Drivers traveling through Aberdeen and Southern Pines should expect continued overnight lane closures along U.S. 1 as utility work progresses on a major future road improvement project.
Where and When the Closures Are Happening
According to state transportation officials, two sections of U.S. 1 are affected: from Roseland Road to U.S. 15-501, and from West Main Street in Aberdeen to Old U.S. 1 in Southern Pines. Closures are taking place nightly from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. and have been extended through Saturday, February 21 due to winter weather delays.
Why the Work Is Happening
The utility relocations are considered pre-work for a larger North Carolina Department of Transportation project that will introduce reduced-conflict intersections. The design includes center medians and designated U-turn areas intended to improve traffic flow and reduce crashes.
Drivers are encouraged to follow posted detours and use caution while traveling through active construction zones.
For additional information, residents can visit ncdot.publicinput.com or contact NCDOT’s Sandhills project team.