South Dock Feasibility Study
South Dock Feasibility Study
The N.C. Department of Transportation Ferry Division plans to study the feasibility of relocating or rehabilitating the existing South Dock Ferry Terminal on Ocracoke Island in Hyde County.
This site will be updated as information becomes available.
Project Study Area Map
Project Overview
The N.C. Department of Transportation Ferry Division plans to study whether it’s possible to move or upgrade the existing South Dock Ferry Terminal on Ocracoke Island in Hyde County.
Project Highlights
As part of this project, three possible options for relocating the ferry terminal are being explored, along with one option to improve the current terminal. As the study moves forward, new concepts may also be considered. The design concepts will focus on traffic flow, construction challenges, and different types of transportation. The study will also look at whether new infrastructure is needed, the need for channel dredging, possible effects of breakwaters, and other navigation-related issues.
Project History
Sections of N.C. Highway 12 on Ocracoke Island often experience ocean over wash and flooding during storms or high tides, which leads to road closures and damage. Additionally, the northern end of the island near the South Dock ferry terminal has faced serious erosion, causing the loss of vehicle stacking lanes and the septic system for the visitor restrooms.
Project Maps
Project Funding
| Activity | Estimated Amount* |
| Project Development & Design | $ TBD |
| Property Acquisition | $ TBD |
| Construction Costs | $ TBD |
| Total Cost | $ TBD |
*Estimated costs are subject to change. The project is not listed in the STIP and has no designated funding source at present. Costs for each reasonable alternative will be developed as part of the feasibility study.
Project Timeline
| Milestone | Date* |
| Public Meetings | May 2025 |
| Public Comment Period | June 2025 |
| Concept Refinement | July 2025 |
| Cost Development | August 2025 |
| Draft Feasibility Report | September 2025 |
*Subject to change.
Project Meeting
Hatteras Meeting
56658 N.C. Hwy 12, Hatteras |
 May 21, 2025 |
 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
Project Meeting
Ocracoke Meeting
999 Irvin Garrish Hwy, Ocracoke |
| May 22, 2025 |
| 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
Project 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 on or before June 6, 2025.
The public is encouraged to leave comments using this webpage, email, or phone number:
Email: southdock@publicinput.com
Phone Number: 855-925-2801 enter project code 11113 to leave a message
Project Contact Information
Catherine Peele
Deputy Director of Maritime Operations & Programming
NCDOT Ferry Division
8550 Shipyard Road
Manns Harbor, NC 27953
Project Contact Information
Jeff Dayton
Consultant Project Manager
HDR Inc.
555 Fayetteville Street, Suite 900
Raleigh, NC 27601
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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 Brochure Single Page Layout Folleto del Proceso de Adquisición de Bienes Raíces
Right-of-Way Frequently Asked Questions
Right of way Acquisition Process Videos