Information on Widening of Covered Bridge Road:
NCDOT plans to widen Covered Bridge Road to three lanes from just west of Helena Lane to east of Buffalo Road
This project will add several turn lanes and realign South Murphrey Road to meet Archer Lodge Road
Construction may begin as early as Fall 2026 and is expected to be completed by Summer 2028

Information on Crosswalk Installation:
Awarded the NCDOT Pedestrian Safety Grant
Funded through Federal Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) and administered through NCDOT
Beginning construction in the coming months
The Town will communicate with residents concerning the project once they learn of the timeline
Curb ramps and crosswalk markings will be installed at the area across from Archer Lodge Road from the community center to the church
Will include ramps and tactile paving which will be in full compliance with ADA
Link for full details on NCDOT website
Street Signs:
For street name sign repairs on State maintained roads, please contact Johnston County Planning Department at 919-989-5150 with State road name and number
Street Lights:
In March 2012, Duke Energy Progress finished installing 27 street lights throughout the center of Town
These lights help to illuminate dark intersections in Town
NCDOT:
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