WRIGHTSVILLE, N.C. (WECT) – Drivers on Wrightsville Avenue will encounter a temporary traffic shift near Novant Health New Hanover Orthopedic Hospital as crews replace a water meter vault.
Cape Fear Public Utility Authority stated a contractor will close part of the westbound lane in the 5300 block and shift traffic into the center lane. Eastbound traffic will not be affected.
The traffic shift is scheduled for:
The sidewalk on the north side of the road in the work area will also be closed while crews finish the project.
All hospital driveways will remain open during the work, CFPUA stated.
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