NCDOT proposes upgrading US 220 in Rockingham County to interstate standards

Jun 23, 2026

NCDOT listed a recommendation to upgrade US 220 to interstate standards with proposed interchanges (Martinsville Loop, Stardust Church Road, C-135 in Simpson Road) to improve statewide connectivity; feasibility studies are underway.

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During the CTP presentation, Emily Stepka highlighted Project 3: an upgrade of US 220 to interstate standards spanning from Virginia to the NC 68 interchange and including interchange candidates at Martinsville Loop, Stardust Church Road and C‑135 (Simpson Road).

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