Upgraded Intersections in North Forsyth Open Friday

The upgraded intersections of Waldrip Road and State Route 369, and Waldrip Circle and State Route 369 in North Forsyth County will open to traffic Friday evening.

“Crews will be working today [Thursday] and tomorrow [Friday] along State Route 369. Please avoid this area if possible while work concludes. By evening tomorrow [Friday] both intersections will be open for your use,” said Georgia DOT District Construction Engineer, Randall Davis in a statement.

Crews began working on the upgrades since Sept. 30, 2008, said Teri Pope, spokesperson with GA DOT in an e-mail to Cumming Patch.

According to the GA DOT, Waldrip Road was shifted to align with SR 369 at a 90 degree angle. The grade was also raised by about two feet. Waldrip Circle was shifted behind Oscarville Store and now lines up across SR 369 with McBride Road.

These improvements will help motorists see along SR 369 as they decide to enter or cross the intersection.

This will be the final intersection along SR 369 to be upgraded along the corridor. Remaining work includes laying the smooth top layer of asphalt, final striping of the roadways, completion of a retaining wall along the eastbound lane of 369 and installation of guardrail.

The project is on track be completed by Oct. 31.

Wondering where other road closings are located that may affect your travels? The DOT has a simple way to track progress. Motorists can access real-time, statewide, route-specific information on accidents, road work, traffic and weather conditions through Georgia 511 - a free phone, Web, and mobile service. Click here for more information.