Horry County committee hears summer progress on RIDE projects, timelines for 701 and 501 work
John Christensen delivered a summer update on the county's RIDE capital program, detailing current construction (701 widening, 501 realignment and dirt‑road pavings), projected openings (mainline widening in spring 2027) and planned public meetings for upcoming alternatives in 2026.
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John Christensen, presenting the RIDE program update to the Horry County Transportation Committee, reviewed multiple construction projects and near‑term schedules. He said contractors have completed early utility relocations and are placing initial embankment lifts on the 701 widening in North Conway and that the newly aligned section of US‑501 is paved and crews are now installing signal foundations and mast arms.
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