NCDOT awards grants supporting short line railroad improvements

RALEIGH, NC (WWAY) – The N.C. Department of Transportation’s Rail Division is investing almost $13 million to improve rail infrastructure on 11 short line freight railroads and to the state ports in Morehead City and Wilmington.

Wilmington receives more than 4 million dollars in grant funding from NCDOT.

“The benefits these projects offer the statewide freight rail network can’t be overstated,” said Jason Orthner, NCDOT Rail Division director. “Together, NCDOT and our short line partners are increasing reliability and resiliency in freight rail operations, supporting North Carolina businesses and contributing to the state’s economic vitality.”