I-26 Widening and Reconstruction

RK&K is providing CEI Services on the $263M 7.5 mile I-26 widening project near Asheville, NC. This project involves widening from 2 to 4 lanes in each direction greatly increasing capacity and improving safety along this corridor. The project will consist of widening, concrete paving, drainage, interchange improvements, a bridge over the French Broad River and the Blue Ridge Parkway segmental bridge. Other work includes signalization and ITS, erosion control and traffic control. Work is expected to begin in September 2019 and be completed in 2024. A staff of 27 including a Resident Engineer, Assistant Resident Engineer, Office Technicians and Project Inspectors and Technicians is expected throughout the life of this project.