North Carolina Roads Rebuilt After Helene | Winston–Salem News

After Hurricane Helene, North Carolina’s roads are mostly back open—99% of storm-shut routes restored in under two years thanks to tireless DOT crews who hiked miles to rebuild. But major reconstruction is still underway, especially in the Hickory Nut Gorge, aiming for full recovery by 2029. The biggest project? A $2 billion rebuild of Interstate 40’s Pigeon River Gorge, featuring a flood-resistant retaining wall and set to finish late 2028—possibly the largest U.S. road reconstruction ever. Smaller gaps, like the Saluda-Tryon route, remain closed but repairs begin this fall with completion by 2029. DOT leaders praise progress but stress challenges remain. 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/6fa71513683b9b17