Interactive Study Area Map

​​​Project Overview: 

The N.C. Department of Transportation is proposing to upgrade 1.2 miles of U.S. 401 from south of Old Stage Road (S.R. 1006) to south of Mechanical Boulevard (S.R. 2538) and include reduced conflict intersections.  The improved facility would be a six-lane, median-divided roadway with turn lanes at intersections as needed, and synchronized traffic signals to promote traffic flow.

This project is included in the State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) as Project Number U-5302.

Studies of existing conditions along U.S 401/Fayetteville Road in Year 2015 indicate that each car is delayed 55-80 seconds.  The traffic forecast for Year 2040 shows a 20-25% increase in the number of vehicles.  Without the project (No Build), traffic congestion would result in an average of 140 seconds delay per vehicle in 2040.  Building the project would reduce delays to 68-74 seconds per vehicle in 2040.

 

Reduced Conflict Intersections:

Reduced Conflict Intersections is a general term used to describe multiple types of designs that reduces the risks and delays associated with left hand turns, potential locations and conflict points where vehicles and pedestrians could collide. The variations of these designs all function the same by being used to improve the overall safety and traffic flow of streets and highways. For more information please visit the NCDOT: Reduced Conflict Intersections website. 

​​​Project Maps 

The project maps shown below were presented at the public meetings held in 2018.  Clicking on the map name above the picture (or the picture itself) will open a new window for easier viewing of the map.

Download Map 1 - Southern end of the project (near Old Stage Road) 

Download Map 2 - Northern end of the project 

 

Reduced Conflict Intersections:

Reduced Conflict Intersections is a general term used to describe multiple types of designs that reduces the risks and delays associated with left hand turns, potential locations and conflict points where vehicles and pedestrians could collide. The variations of these designs all function the same by being used to improve the overall safety and traffic flow of streets and highways.  To learn more about reduced conflict intersections, please visit the NCDOT Reduced Conflict Intersections page (https://www.ncdot.gov/initiatives-policies/Transportation/safety-mobility/reduced-conflict-intersections/Pages/default.aspx) 

Project Funding: 

Activity

 Estimated Cost*

   Right-of-Way Acquisition and Utilities

 $   6.3 Million

   Construction Costs

 $ 27.5 Million

   Total Cost

 $ 34.3 Million

Cost have been rounded*

Project Timeline: 

Milestone

  Date  

  Environmental Documentation

  July 2018  

  Right-of-Way Acquisition Begins

  February 2019  

  Awarded for Construction

  March 2026  

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

The synchronized street design includes a crosswalk from each side of Fayetteville Road to the island structure.

Signal timing will provide sufficient time for most pedestrians to cross from one side of the road to the center island and to the other side of the road.

If a pedestrian can reach the center island only in the cycle of one light, they can wait there safely until the next cycle.

The cost of sidewalks is a joint responsibility between NCDOT and The Town of Garner. 

NCDOT is providing the sidewalk cost estimate to the Town and once the Town agrees to their share of the cost, sidewalks will be included in the project.

Since the time of the public meeting on August 16, 2018, NCDOT has decided to add traffic signals at the U-turns to facilitate safer, timed turns.

Project U-5302 is already funded at the state level as part of NCDOT state transportation improvement plan (STIP).

A synchronized street allows main street travelers to continue to turn left or right or travel straight, while side street travelers who wish to cross to turn left must first turn right and then make a U-turn on the main street. The lights are ‘synchronized’ so that main street travelers have fewer stops. A detailed description and image are part of the NCDOT Synchronized Street fact sheet:

https://connect.ncdot.gov/resources/safety/Teppl/TEPPL%20All%20Documents%20Library/A24_SSB.pdf

NCDOT began work with property owners to address their specific concerns during the Right of Way phase of the project, during the summer of 2019.

The U-5302 project will not be reducing the number of lanes during construction. If you have specific questions or concerns, please contact the project team via emal or phone: 

Email:  US-401-Garner@publicinput.com

Phone:  984-205-6615  and enter code 3256 to leave a message

Someone from the project team will respond to your questions or concerns. 

Visit the project webpage often (https://publicinput.com/US-401-Garner)

 

Updates for project U-5302 (U.S. 401 / Fayetteville Road in Garner) will be posted to the project webpage:  https://publicinput.com/us-401-garner in the coming months.

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PROJECT CONTACT INFORMATION 

Andrew D. Musselman

Project Manager
NCDOT Division 5 - Project Delivery



 

 

 

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

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Page Last Updated- April 9, 2026