Temporary single-lane closures on Interstate 77 near N.C. 150 began Monday, November 9, as construction continues on a new bridge over the interstate.
According to the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT), crews from Blythe Development are installing a new safety barrier wall and pavement markings as part of the ongoing construction project.
Once the barrier wall and pavement markings are in place, traffic will shift from the median to the outside lanes, allowing crews to begin construction of the interior bridge supports.
The work is part of a $249 million project to improve the I-77/N.C. 150 interchange and widen N.C. 150 from N.C. 16 in Catawba County to the U.S. 21/N.C. 150 interchange in Mooresville.
According to NCDOT, the improvements are designed to accommodate increasing traffic volumes and reduce congestion in the area.
Construction began in 2025 with storm drainage improvements, utility installation, and traffic signal relocation.
Bridge construction will take place in multiple phases, with traffic remaining on the existing lanes of N.C. 150 throughout the project.
Motorists are encouraged to use caution when approaching the construction zone, follow posted speed limits, and allow additional travel time.
For real-time traffic updates, visit www.DriveNC.gov.
Source: North Carolina Department of Transportation, November 6, 2026.
