HO-0014 2nd Street improvements in Lumberton
HO-0014 2nd Street improvements in Lumberton
Proposed improvements to 2nd Street (N.C. 72) from N.C. 41 to N.C. 211 in Robeson County.
Interactive Study Area Map
Open House Public Meeting
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March 26, 2026
East Lumberton Baptist Church
201 Old Whiteville Road
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
No formal presentation will be made
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Project Overview
The N.C. Department of Transportation is proposing to make connectivity and safety improvements between MLK Jr. Drive and Roberts Avenue in Lumberton.
Intersection Improvement are proposed along N.C. 72 at MLK Jr. Drive and N.C. 211.
Improvements include:
5-foot sidewalks along both sides N.C. 72.
Install ladder crosswalk markings, pedestrian refuge islands, signage at uncontrolled crosswalks.
The proposed would Improve pedestrian facilities by reconstructing aging sidewalks and addressing pedestrian crossing. The project will also improve connectivity by enhancing pedestrian access between neighborhoods to east of Downtown and the Riverwalk Greenway, while improving overall safety and mobility along this important corridor.
Project Map 1
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From MLK Jr. Drive (N.C. 41) to N. Water Street
Project Map 2
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From N. Elm Street to N. Grace Street
Project Map 3
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From N. Rozier Street to North Carolina Avenue
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From Linwood Avenue to Roberts Avenue (N.C. 211)
Typical Sections
Project Funding:
Activity | Costs* |
Utility Relocation | $ 110,000 |
Right-of-Way Acquisition | $ 120,000 |
Construction | $ 9,340,000 |
Total Cost | $ 9, 570,000 |
*costs are subject to change.
Project Timeline:
Milestone | Date* |
Public Meeting | Spring 2026 |
Right-of-Way Acquisition Begins | Fall 2026 |
Utility Relocation | Winter 2026 |
Construction Begins | Fall 2027 |
* Future dates subject to change.
Comments:
NCDOT accepts comments throughout all phases of project development.
All comments will be taken into consideration, and carry equal weight, regardless of submittal method.
To submit comments for consideration during the current phase of project development,
please submit before April 10, 2026.
The public is encouraged to leave comments using this webpage, email, or phone number:
Email: 2ndstreet-improvements-robeson@publicinput.com
Phone Number: 984-205-6615 enter project code 11303 to leave a message
PROJECT CONTACT INFORMATION
Sean Matuszewski, PE
Project Engineer
NCDOT Highway Division 6
PO Box 1150
Fayetteville, NC 28302
PROJECT CONTACT INFORMATION
Kristin Maseman
Consultant Senior Project Manager
VHB
940 Main Campus Drive, Suite 500
Raleigh, NC 27601
RESOURCES FOR PROPERTY OWNERS
Although the N.C. Department of Transportation works to minimize the number of homes and businesses displaced by a road project, it is inevitable, in many cases, that a certain amount of private property is needed. The following information explains right of way acquisition and answers questions about the process.
Right-of-Way Brochure Single Page Layout Folleto del Proceso de Adquisición de Bienes Raíces
Right-of-Way Frequently Asked Questions
Right of way Acquisition Process Videos
Title VI Feedback
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Page last updated: March 16, 2026