WAKE FOREST, NC – On Friday, April 17, Fred Smith Company, a contractor working on the South Franklin Street Widening Project, will begin milling and paving operations along the South Franklin Street project corridor that extends from Artisan Drive to Sheetz, 1895 S. Franklin St. Milling and paving work is expected to continue throughout the week of April 20, while striping work is scheduled to begin the week of April 27.
Motorists should expect temporary traffic pattern changes and use caution while traveling through the work zone, especially in areas where asphalt tack has been applied, as it may be present on the roadway surface. Motorists should also remain attentive and respectful of construction personnel working in the area.
The Town of Wake Forest offers an interactive map that gives residents a user-friendly and convenient way to view local road closures and restrictions. Available at https://bit.ly/WFTrafficMap, the Traffic Alerts Map allows visitors to point and click on current road and lane closures throughout Wake Forest. Motorists are encouraged to use the information to help plan their route and move safely through work areas.
The Town of Wake Forest appreciates the community’s patience and cooperation as work continues on the South Franklin Street Widening Project. The initiative is a key investment in Wake Forest’s transportation infrastructure, and the Town is committed to keeping the community informed as progress moves forward. Completion of the project is scheduled for late spring. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/SFranklinWideningProject or email CIP Manager Steve Meyer at smeyer@wakeforestnc.gov.