Oleander Drive railroad crossing staying closed for longer than originally scheduled

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A road closure originally planned to last three days has been extended to four.

Railroad crossing work is scheduled to begin this weekend, with a complete closure of Oleander Drive near Dawson Street and Wooster Streets needed.

The closure will now last from 4:00 a.m. Saturday until 4:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 31st — a day longer than originally thought.

The extension is due to an asphalt shortage, according to a CSX representative.

This prolonged closure of Oleander Drive is expected to impact traffic.

City officials ask drivers to seek alternate routes, as well as stay extra alert and be patient.