B-6040: U.S. 70 Over the Norfolk Southern Railroad
B-6040: U.S. 70 Over the Norfolk Southern Railroad
The N.C. Department of Transportation proposes to replace the bridge on U.S. 70 over the Norfolk Southern Railroad in McDowell County.
The purpose of this project is to provide a safer crossing on U.S. 70 over the Norfolk Southern Railroad since the bridge, while being maintained for safety, has become structurally deficient and is approaching the end of its functional life. A bridge is considered "structurally deficient" if it is in relatively poor condition or has insufficient load-carrying capacity. The insufficient load capacity could be due to the original design or to deterioration.
Interactive Study Area Map
Project Design
The new bridge will be built to the north of the existing bridge and will include two 12-foot travel lanes and 8-foot shoulders.
U.S. 70 will remain open during construction. Construction is anticipated to last approximately 12 months and begin in 2024.
Project Funding
This project is listed as Project No. B-6040 in the NCDOT State Transportation Improvement Program.
Cost* | |
|---|---|
Right-of-Way | $420,000 |
Construction | $4,200,000 |
Total | $4,620,000 |
* Costs are preliminary and subject to change
Project Timeline
Milestone | Date* |
|---|---|
Project Newsletter | Spring 2022 |
Environmental Document | Summer 2022 |
Construction | March 2025 |
* Future dates are preliminary and subject to change
Project Comments
Due to Covid-19, NCDOT has suspended in-person meetings until further notice.
NCDOT accepts comments throughout all phases of project development.
The public is encouraged to leave comments using this website, email, or phone number.
Email: US70-norfolkrailroad-mcdowell@publicinput.com
Phone Number: 984-205-6615 enter project code 2853
Project Contact
Claudia Lee
NCDOT Division 13
55 Orange Street
Asheville, NC 28801
US70-norfolkrailroad-mcdowell@publicinput.com
984-205-6615 code 2853
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.
Relocation Assistance Brochure Asistencia para Reubicación
Right-of-Way Acquisition Process Brochure Folleto del Proceso de Adquisición de Bienes Raíces
Right-of-Way Frequently Asked Questions
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