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I-485 Outer Loop
Project Information
- Project Location:
- Charlotte, NC
- Approx Contract:
- $200,000,000
- Status:
- Completed
- Structure Type:
- Road / Highway
Scope Of Work
This $140 million construction project completed the entire 67-mile I-485 Loop
This $140 million construction project completed the entire 67-mile I-485 Loop, an important corridor for local and regional travel in and around Charlotte, NC. The work consisted of a new eight-lane section of I-485 from of N.C. 115 (Old Statesville Road) to east of I-85. This 5.7-mile section links I-77 to I-85, relieving congestion on neighboring surface streets.
Project Highlights
Completed the final section of I-485 from of N.C. 115 to east of I-85.
Completed the I-485/N.C. 115 interchange.
Extended Alexanderana Road from N.C. 115 to connect with Eastfield Road.
Constructed a new bridge to carry Browne Road over I-485.
Constructed a split diamond interchange at Prosperity Church Road. This design allows traffic to exit I-485 onto a one-way service road connected to three separate streets through a series of roundabouts.
Replaced the existing bridge carrying Mallard Creek Road over I-85 to accommodate the new on and exit ramps connecting I-85 to the new interchange.
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