Drivers in Sanford will need a detour around part of Charlotte Avenue while crews replace a cross pipe.
The City of Sanford announced November 9 that NCDOT has closed the road between Ninth and Eleventh streets through November 20, 2026.
Traffic is routed to McIver Street and Oakwood Avenue. Drivers should follow the posted detour and allow additional travel time.
The announced reopening date is a schedule, not confirmation that work has finished.
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Drivers in Sanford will need a detour around part of Charlotte Avenue while crews replace a cross pipe. The City of Sanford announced November 9 that NCDOT has closed the road between Ninth and Eleventh streets through November 20, 2026. Posted detour Traffic is routed to McIver Street and Oakwood Avenue. Drivers should follow the posted detour and allow additional travel time. The announced reopening date is a schedule, not confirmation that work has finished.
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