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East Weaver remains closed

Posted on June 9, 2011June 9, 2011 by Staff


The reopening of the east block of Weaver Street is growing nearer as work continues on the yearlong project to replace the street’s collapsing roadbed and the 80-year-old sewer line beneath it.

Town officials estimate that the block will be opened within several weeks, though the exact completion date will depend on weather and other factors.

Areas of new curb and gutter were completed last week and sections of sidewalk that had been removed due to storm-sewer work are being replaced this week. Contractors are making preparations for the final grading of the rock base for asphalt paving.

The east block remains closed to all vehicular traffic, while pedestrian access to adjacent businesses remains open, though pedestrians may be directed to one side of the street or the other.

In the west block, the contractor will continue installing storm sewer over the next few weeks, during which time the road will usually be open to vehicles and pedestrians. However, there may be times when traffic is restricted to one direction or when it may be necessary to close the entire roadway.

Work will typically be completed during daylight hours, Monday through Friday.

Town officials have said drivers should expect congestion downtown, and suggest using Estes Drive Extension and N.C. 54 bypass for through traffic and Jones Ferry Road as an alternate route into downtown.

– Staff Reports

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