In Dorchester County, SC, officials have unveiled plans to widen about 5.6 miles of Dorchester Road (from Old Trolley Road to the Charleston County line) into a six-lane corridor. A public meeting drew strong community interest. The project price tag is $181 million, funded in part by a transportation tax referendum that residents overwhelmingly approved in 2022. Interchange alternatives (including a flyover near Oakbrook), sound barriers, and public traffic flow concerns are all part of the conversation. Construction isn’t expected to start until 2029, and a second community meeting is scheduled for Spring 2026.
How It Relates to Your Property
Major road widening of this scale can affect your home in multiple ways: higher traffic/road noise, changes in access routes, possible property acquisition for right-of-way, and effects on resale value. By understanding when and where these changes are coming, you can plan for potential disruptions or make decisions about your property with more confidence.
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