Segment A
US 17 and Main Road Intersection & Main Road Improvements – Bees Ferry to River Roads
A design-build contract was awarded to Archer-United-Banks Joint Venture on September 10, 2024 for Main Road Segment A. The design-build contract will require 48-months from inception to completion. Residents can expect to see certain elements of construction to begin in early 2025.
Segment A of the project begins at Bees Ferry Road and continues along Main Road across US 17, ending at the intersection of River Road at Chisolm Road. Charleston County is currently acquiring right-of-way for both the improvements to Main Road between Bees Ferry Road and Chisolm Road and a new interchange at the intersection of US 17 and Main Road.
Also as part of the project, the West Ashley Greenway will be extended to Bees Ferry Road.
More About Segment A
Project Purpose
The primary purpose of the project is to:
- Reduce congestion/ improve capacity at the intersection of US 17 and Main Road
- Increase capacity on Main Road from Bees Ferry Road to River Road/Chisolm Road
The secondary purpose of the project is to:
- Provide opportunities for bicyclists and pedestrians to travel throughout the project area
- Provide drainage and other improvements to lessen impacts to Main Road during significant storms
Project Look Ahead
The Design-Build Joint Venture continues to progress the project design and utility relocation work will begin as early as 1st Quarter 2025.
Right-of-way acquisition is currently underway and will continue through 2025.
Ramp construction to begin by end of 4th Quarter 2025.
