R-5959: Kelly Drive Realignment
R-5959: Kelly Drive Realignment
The N.C. Department of Transportation proposes to realign Kelly Drive (S.R. 1521) to Nash Street (S.R. 1519) near Central Carolina Community College in Lee County.
Project Study Area Map
This map is for reference only and is a representation of the general project area
Project Overview
The N.C. Department of Transportation proposes to realign Kelly Drive (S.R. 1521) to Nash Street (S.R. 1519) near Central Carolina Community College in Lee County. The purpose of the project is to provide safer crossings for pedestrians.
The proposed improvements include a new intersection at Nash Street, east of Dennis Wicker Convention Center. The realigned Kelly Drive would then continue north to intersect with existing Kelly Drive with a roundabout just south of Winslow Drive. A new multi-use path is also being considered as a part of this project.
Central Carolina Community College is preparing for a campus expansion. The planned expansion includes closing Kelly Drive to use the area for additional buildings, parking, and open space area. This project will allow growth at the Central Carolina Community College in accordance with their master plan.
Project Map
Map 1: Realignment of Kelly Road to Nash Street
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Roundabouts in North Carolina
Roadway Typical Section:
The planned roadway would include:
- Two 12-foot travel lanes
- One 12-foot center turn lane
- A 2-foot paved shoulder and 8 foot unpaved shoulder
- A 10-foot multiuse path is also being considered
The illustration below provides a visual depiction of this typical cross section.
Project Funding
Cost* | |
|---|---|
Project Development | $250,000 |
Utility Relocations | $700,000 |
Right-of-Way | $1.9 Million |
Construction | $7.9 Million |
Total | $10.75 Million |
* Costs are preliminary and subject to change
Project Timeline
Milestone | Date* |
|---|---|
Environmental Document | Summer 2022 |
Right-of-Way Acquisition | Summer 2023 |
Utility Relocations | Winter 2024 |
Begin Construction | October 2027 |
* Future dates are preliminary and subject to change
Project Comments
NCDOT accepts comments throughout all phases of project development.
The public is encouraged to leave comments using this website, email, or phone number:
Email: KellyDr-Sanford@PublicInput.com
Phone Number: 512-580-8850 enter project code 4678
Project Contact
Jeffrey Stroder, PE
NCDOT Highway Division 8
Division Project Engineer
121 DOT Drive
Carthage, NC 28327
KellyDr-Sanford@publicinput.com
512-580-8850 code 4678
Project Contact
Farrell Nicholson, PE
LJB, Inc
Consultant Project Manager
1401 Aversboro Road, Suite 215
Garner, NC 27529
KellyDr-Sanford@publicinput.com
512-580-8850 code 4678
Title VI Feedback
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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 Acquisition Process Brochure Folleto del Proceso de Adquisición de Bienes Raíces
Right-of-Way Frequently Asked Questions
Page last updated: June 16, 2026
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