U.S. 70 / Glenwood Avenue Resurfacing - Raleigh
U.S. 70 / Glenwood Avenue Resurfacing - Raleigh
NCDOT will be milling, resurfacing and striping U.S. 70 (Glenwood Avenue) in Raleigh, between Woman's Club Drive and Wade Avenue.
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Project Description and Purpose
NCDOT is resurfacing Glenwood Avenue ferom Wade Avenue to Woman's Club Drive.
This work includes milling, paving, and striping of Glenwood Avenue including the Five Points intersection. Work is scheduled to start on Sunday night, June 28th, weather permitting, at Woman’s Club Drive, and will include nighttime operations only.
To increase safety, Five Points will be closed nightly Sunday July 12 through Tuesday July 14 to conduct construction operations pending weather or schedule changes.
Plan for Construction
The road will be closed during construction, and drivers will be provided a detour route that is about 2.25 miles long. The detour will be open each night until the work is finished. Drivers can also choose other routes if they prefer, depending on where they are traveling.
Detour Map
How long will the road be closed?
The road will be closed nightly at 8 pm and will reopen the following morning by 6 am.
Why is an off-site detour necessary for cosntruction?
An off-site detour is expected to expedite construction and ensure timely paving of the Five Points intersection.
What are School, Business, Fire, EMS and Police Considerations?
Coordination has taken place to ensure impacts were low. Ongoing coordination will take place leading up to and during construction operations to minimize any potential impacts to response times.
How will I access my residence?
Local traffic will be allowed through the detour to access their residence. Staff will be onsite to provide guidance as needed.
PROJECT CONTACT INFORMATION
N. Cody Winkler
NCDOT Highway Division 5
District Dr. Resident Engineer
4005 District Drive
Raleigh, NC 27607
PROJECT CONTACT INFORMATION
Ben Lowry
NCDOT Preconstruction
1543 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1598
Web site last updated May 27, 2026