North Myrtle Beach Times Serving our Community and the Grand Strand for over 50 years
By Kaye Collins
East Business Enhancements are increasingly noticeable on SC 9 Business to the east of Loris. Most of the drainage systems, curbs, gutters and sidewalks have been established on the inbound lane leading to Loris and traffic has been redirected to the second phase of the project.
The contractor is now working on drainage, curbs, gutters and sidewalk on the lane headed away from Loris.
The junction of SC-9 and SC-66 will experience lane shifts to a new alignment as the roundabout is built over the coming months.
A traffic signal will be installed at Heritage Road and SC – 9 in the near future.
Once all new roadway alignment is constructed the final surface will be installed throughout the entire project.
The current estimated completion date for this project is the winter of 2025.
Loris residents who use U.S. 701 South prepare for the widening from SC Hwy. 319 to SC Hwy. 22. Drivers can expect to see more activity along U.S. 701 between SC Hwy. 319 and SC-22 in the near future.
The shoulders for this project are already prepared for construction. The contractor for the clearing contract performed grubbing along the roadway and just recently mowed the shoulders and ditches.
A construction contractor was selected in early September. Once proper documentation is completed, a preconstruction meeting will be scheduled before construction begins.
Drivers are asked to remain aware of construction signs as additional work is expected to begin soon.
