Dorchester County is seeking public feedback on two road projects: widening Central Avenue (Orangeburg Road to Parsons Road) and Parsons Road itself. The budgets are roughly $75 million for Central Avenue and $18 million for Parsons Road. Traffic model projections show that by 2050, traffic volume on Central Avenue could increase ~67% and on Parsons ~86%, potentially reaching failing levels of service. Plans include expanding lanes, adding sidewalks, bike paths, and improving intersections to address congestion, safety, and community growth.
How It Relates to Your Property
Even if your home isn’t directly adjacent to these roads, their expansion can change neighborhood dynamics; more traffic, safety concerns at intersections, changes to commuting patterns, and even aesthetic changes. These kinds of infrastructure projects impact value and desirability. Monitoring proposed upgrades helps you anticipate impacts well in advance.
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