Cape Fear Skyway

Overview

Cape Fear Skyway
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Description
New location roadway south of Wilmington, including a bridge over the Cape Fear River, from US 17 Bypass to US 421.

Length
Approximately 9.5 miles

Estimated Cost
Preliminary cost is estimated at $971.5 million. Final costs will be determined during design.

Free alternate route
Existing US 17, US 74 and US 76.

Timeline
2011 Draft Environmental Impact Statement
2012 Final Environmental Impact Statement
2012 Record of Decision
2013 Complete environmental planning with final alignment and design details
2013 Complete Financial Feasibility

The estimated construction time frame once funding is secured is 5 years.



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Phone: 919-571-3000 · Fax: 919-571-3015
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Page updated 8/10/2010