This project aims to repair or replace the old water and sewer systems in downtown Raleigh. Many of the water and sewer lines in this area are really crucial and are in poor condition. The Phase 3 project is being developed in advance to support the future New Bern Avenue Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project.

Benefits

• Replaces aging water and sewer lines
• Prepares streets for future Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) projects
• Supports growth and reliability for years to come

Traffic Impacts

We understand that temporary lane closures and parking restrictions can be inconvenient for people who live, work, and enjoy their time downtown. However, updating old infrastructure now can help avoid emergency pipe breaks in the future, which would cause a much larger disruption.

Completed Streets

TBD

Current Impacts

Location:
South Person Street (300-800 blocks), between Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and East Davie Street.
Intersections at East South Street, East Lenoir Street and East Cabarrus Street will also be closed.

Detours:

• Northbound on South Wilmington Street:
→ Right on East Hargett Street
→ Left on South Person Street
→ Left on East Edenton Street
→ Right onto South Wilmington Street

• Eastbound on East Morgan Street:
→ Right on South Salisbury Street
→ Left on East Hargett Street
→ Left on South Person Street
→ Right onto East Morgan Street

Follow posted traffic signs
Detour Map

Schedule:
7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, March 30-May 29.
S. Person St., 300-800 blocks, one lane from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 23-27
 

To Be Completed

TBD

Phase 3 is a section of a bigger, multi-step project aimed at enhancing the water and sewer systems throughout Raleigh. Upcoming phases will carry on with upgrades in different areas of the city.