Roundabout roadwork at River Rd. and Independence Blvd. to start in July

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Construction on a new roundabout at the intersection of River Road and Independence Boulevard will begin on Monday, July 7.

The City of Wilmington said River Road will be closed between Operations Center Drive and Independence Boulevard for the duration of the six-month project.

Northbound traffic on River Road will be able to make a right on Independence Boulevard toward Carolina Beach Road.

Southbound traffic on Independence Boulevard will be able to make a left to proceed South on River Road toward Riverlights.

The City of Wilmington said the addition of a single-lane roundabout, similar to those found in Riverlights, will improve traffic flow and safety.

The project is jointly funded between the City of Wilmington, Riverlights, and the Watermark Development.