On July 1, 2025, City staff presented an update to the Raleigh City Council on the Six Forks Road Improvement Project. Staff reported that, despite the reduced scope approved by the council in February 2024, real estate and construction costs have continued to rise, with the new project cost estimated at $93.5 million. Concluding the project, despite modifications made in 2024, cannot be built with the available funding.
Staff recommended modifying the project to make smaller improvements to the corridor, which will enhance multi-modal connectivity along Six Forks Road between Rowan Street and Millbrook Road. These safety improvements are estimated to cost approximately $7 million.
The safety Improvements include:
- Closing the 500-foot sidewalk gap along the front of Carroll Middle School;
- New signalized pedestrian crossing between Northbrook and Northwood;
- New signal at North Glen; and,
- Intersection improvements at Millbrook.
The City will use the remaining funds to complete other transportation projects currently underway in the City.
City Council Action
City Council approved the reduction in scope for the Six Forks Road Improvement Project and the redirecting of funds to:
- Fund the design of the Midtown Multi-Modal Bridge.
- Deliver the remaining section of the Lake Wheeler Road Project.
- Deliver the remainder of the Barwell Road South Project.
- Help address a funding gap on the Old Wake Forest Road and Dixie Forest Road Improvement Project.
Project Details
- Type:
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Streets
- Budget:
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$7 Million
- Project Lead:
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Roadway Design & Construction
- Contractors:
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RK&K (Design Consultant)