Construction Starting Soon on I-85 North Bridge
Published on August 13, 2024
Rendering of the I-85 North Bridge spanning the interstate with the City of Charlotte crown embossed on the side. For illustrative purposes only; specific features could change.
Construction will soon begin on the I-85 North Bridge project. The project will construct a new two-lane street between Research Drive and J.W. Clay Boulevard in Charlotte's northeast corridor. This new street includes two bridges: one crossing Doby Creek and one spanning I-85. The project will also realign the intersection of Research Drive and David Taylor Drive to provide more efficient travel through the intersection.
Both bridges will connect University City's residential, retail, and educational centers on the east side of I-85 to University Research Park's business and employment centers on the west side.
The project will provide an alternative route to both the W.T. Harris Boulevard and Mallard Creek Church Road interchanges with I-85. Click here to learn more.
Weather and unforeseen circumstances occasionally prevent work from being completed as scheduled. When this occurs, city staff and contractors will attempt to resolve the situation as quickly as possible.
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Please obey all regulatory and informational signage to ensure everyone's safety.