NCDOT representatives answered questions and provided updates Thursday on Rodanthe “jug handle” Bridge construction during a meeting with residents and property owners immediately impacted by the project.
Passenger Ferry Service to Close Sept. 5
Since launching May 20, the Ocracoke-Hatteras passenger ferry service has transported 27,153 passengers and NCDOT officials hope to reach 30,000 before Sept. 5, the last day the passenger ferry will run for the season.
Emergency Ferry Channel to be Dredged
Dredging of the emergency ferry channel between Rodanthe and Stumpy Point in Dare County is expected to begin the first part of August.
Online Tool Provides Real-Time Flooding Data
The Flood Inundation Mapping and Alert Network, or FIMAN, has recently launched an online tool that gives residents and visitors access to real-time flood gauge data to help determine flooding risks for their area.
Hurricane Forum Focuses on Preparation
A National Weather Service meteorologist and Dare County officials held a community forum Tuesday in Buxton to share hurricane preparation steps and online tools.
Dare Takes Step to Secure Pathway Funding
Dare County commissioners voted unanimously this week to submit an application for a federal transportation grant to fund the Hatteras Village multi-use path project.
Outer Banks Hazard Plan Seeks Public Input
A meeting in Buxton Wednesday on the Outer Banks Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan gave attendees the chance to learn more about the process of updating the Dare-Currituck County Hazard Mitigation Plan that allows the counties to be eligible for FEMA disaster relief assistance.
Tip of Cape Point Closes Due to Nesting
Due to a large colony of nesting least terns beginning to nest in the area, the tip of Cape Point at Cape Hatteras National Seashore closed Monday.
Six Rehabilitated Sea Turtles Head Home
Six sea turtles were released Saturday after being rehabilitated for months by the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island’s Sea Turtle Assistance and Rehabilitation Center at the Frisco Bath House.
‘Jug Handle’ Bridge Work Continues
Work on the 2.4-mile “jug handle” bridge connecting Rodanthe to the southern edge of the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge is on schedule to open in late 2020.
New Hatteras Parking Areas to Open in May
The new Buxton Day Use Area and Kite Point access, both at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, are scheduled to be open by Memorial Day.
NPS Takes Stock of Violations After Shutdown
National Park Service representatives examined Cape Hatteras National Seashore to determine the vandalism, violations and other instances of misuse that occurred during the 35-day partial government shutdown.
Outer Banks NOAA Buoy Travels 600 Miles
A National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration weather buoy has traveled 600 miles from where it was originally stationed about 17 miles off of Cape Point.
Vandalism, Violations Reported at Hatteras
Some vandalism and violations have been reported at Cape Hatteras National Seashore during the partial government shutdown.
NCDOT Draft Transportation Plan Unveiled
N.C. Department of Transportation unveiled Thursday its draft 10-Year transportation plan for 2020-2029, which includes several dozen projects on the coast, during the monthly Board of Transportation meeting in Raleigh.
New Phase of Bonner Bridge Project Begins
While the new Bonner Bridge remains on track for a February or March, N.C. 12 is being shifted for the duration of “jug handle” bridge construction, a part of the second phase of the Bonner Bridge replacement project.
