The North Carolina Department of Transportation says to expect the U.S. 276 roundabout to be completed by August 17.
(MAGGIE VALLEY, N.C.) SMOKIES.LIVE – Transportation officials in North Carolina said work to improve safety along U.S. 276 is moving forward with the completion of the roundabout at U.S. 19.
The roundabout is currently in a one-lane traffic patter as crews continue surface construction. Once complete the roundabout will utilize a two-lane traffic pattern at Dellwood Road.
The first phase of this safety improvement project is $38.5 million is set to open before the first day of school.
According to the news release, construction is ahead of schedule.
PREVIOUS COVERAGE
- ​As you approach​, observe signs and pavement markings to choose the appropriate lane before entering the roundabout.
- Typically, you will be in the right lane to exit right out of the roundabout.
- You stay in the left lane to go straight through the roundabout (halfway around) or to exit to the right three-quarters of the way around.
- Stay in the left lane as you enter the roundabout and go full circle to make a U-turn
- Do not change lanes while in the roundabout.
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