News Summary
The long-awaited Hardscrabble Road widening project in Richland County, S.C. is approaching its completion, with night closures and traffic reroutes planned. Officials anticipate wrapping up by Summer 2025, while temporary closures are set to ease congestion during the final phase of construction. Local residents express frustration with traffic disruptions, likening the situation to heavy urban congestion. The South Carolina Department of Transportation encourages drivers to stay informed on ongoing developments as the project nears its end.
Hardscrabble Road Widening Project Nearing Completion with Night Closures Ahead
Residents and commuters in Richland County, S.C. can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel as the long-awaited widening project of Hardscrabble Road inches closer to its completion. Launched back in 2017, this endeavor has faced a series of challenges but is now moving towards its final stages with an anticipated wrap-up by Summer 2025.
Temporary Night Closures in Effect
As part of the ongoing construction, Hardscrabble Road has been subject to a temporary closure at the intersection of Clemson Road from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. This closure, which began on January 26, is expected to last two nights, concluding on January 28. For those affected by this disruption, traffic is being diverted along Clemson Road, Longtown Road, and Lee Road, to help ease congestion that results from the construction.
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Additional Resources
- WLTX – Hardscrabble Road Construction
- Wikipedia: Traffic Construction
- WIS TV – SCDOT Temporary Night Closures
- Google Search: SCDOT Hardscrabble Road closures
- WACH – Hardscrabble Road Closure at Clemson Road
- Google Scholar: Hardscrabble Road traffic projects
- ABC Columbia – SCDOT Temporary Closure Announcement
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Road Construction
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