Section of River Road to close Aug 18 for next phase of roundabout construction

Section of River Road to close Aug 18 for next phase of roundabout construction

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A section of River Road will close starting Monday morning, Aug. 18, as construction progresses on a new roundabout at the intersection of River Road and Independence Boulevard, according to the City of Wilmington. The closure, which will affect River Road between Coleman Drive and Independence Boulevard, is expected to remain in place for the duration of the six-month project. During the closure, southbound River Road tr…

Roundabout construction to close portion of River Road

This aerial view of River Road shows where construction has begun on a single-lane roundabout. City of Wilmington A section of River Road in Wilmington will be closed starting later this month through to next year as construction continues on a new roundabout. The road will be closed the morning of Aug. 18 between Coleman Drive and Independence Boulevard with construction anticipated to last six months. Digital message boards will be placed alon…