Busy Intersection Will Be Widened To Ease Congestion

CLAYTON – A Clayton intersection known for backups and delays will receive additional turn lanes and other enhancements.

The N.C. Department of Transportation awarded a $3.7 million contract last week to Wilson-based S.T. Wooten Corp. to improve the traffic flow at Shotwell Road and U.S. 70 Business by adding:

• A second left-turn lane on U.S. 70 Business eastbound to go north on Shotwell Road;
• A second left-turn lane on Shotwell Road to go west on U.S. 70 Business;
• A dedicated right-turn lane on Shotwell Road going west on U.S. 70 Business
  
  The project will feature these other enhancements at this intersection:

• Metal poles for the traffic signals
• Concrete traffic islands and sidewalk upgrades
• Drainage improvements
• Concrete curbs and gutters
  
  S.T. Wooten can begin construction this fall. To minimize traffic disruptions, the contractor will not be allowed to close any lanes between 6 a.m. and 8:30 p.m.

The project is expected to be substantially complete by the end of 2025.