Aiken County Intersection Plans Face Community Pushback | Augusta Georgia News

Aiken County residents are sounding the alarm as South Carolina DOT unveils new traffic plans for two high-stress intersections — Whiskey & Powderhouse Roads, and Bettis Academy & Whaley Pond Roads — sparking heated debate over whether proposed changes will ease congestion or worsen it. Local voices warn that rapid development is straining neighborhoods and that decision-makers may not grasp daily struggles, missing the charm of Aiken’s smaller past. DOT insists community feedback is vital before finalizing projects funded by federal dollars — and you still have until August 20 to weigh in online. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/91e0d0f46f810d8d