2018 Referendum Project
US 278 Corridor Traffic Improvements
- The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) and Beaufort County are proposing to replace the eastbound bridges over Mackay and Skull Creeks with a single, new bridge. Subject to Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) approval, construction is anticipated to begin in early 2028. Construction of the bridge is expected to be complete in 2031.
- The project is partially funded through a combination of funding sources to include the 2018 Penny Referendum, SCDOT and the State Infrastructure Bank (SIB).
- You may be familiar with the US 278 Corridor Improvements project. This project is still a priority, and SCDOT and Beaufort County are continuing to explore funding opportunities.
For more information, visit SCDOT’s website at
www.scdot278bridgereplacement.com
Lady’s Island Corridor Traffic Improvements
- The 2018 Penny Referendum allocated $30 million for numerous projects along the US 21/SC 802 corridor to improve traffic
- Nine projects are included in the proposed corridor improvement and were developed as part of the 2017 Lady’s Island Corridor Study.
- A current update is provided for several of these projects in the 2021 Lady’s Island Traffic Study.
View Project Information for the Improvements
Sidewalks and Multi-Use Pathways
- The 2018 Penny Referendum allocated $10 million to 24 projects involving 31 roads. Due to a funding shortfall, County Council established 14 priority projects to begin the program. To view these priority projects click here.
- Nine projects are included in the proposed corridor improvement and were developed as part of the 2017 Lady’s Island Corridor Study.
- A current update is provided for several of these projects in the 2021 Lady’s Island Traffic Study.
View Project Information for the Improvements