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
Draft Environmental Impact Statement 1st Quarter 2011
Final Environmental Impact Statement 1st Quarter 2012
Record of Decision 3rd Quarter 2012
Project Open to Traffic 2017



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Page updated 5/13/2009