Why drivers in Augusta face various traffic headaches this week

Starting Monday, the city of Augusta will close two roads for infrastructure improvements, according to city officials.
Published: Oct. 25, 2024 at 2:01 PM EDT|Updated: Oct. 28, 2024 at 4:47 PM EDT
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Starting Monday, the city of Augusta will close two roads for infrastructure improvements, according to city officials.

Officials say the intersection of 13th Street and Jones Street will be closed for brick crosswalk installation. They say the intersection will be closed for approximately two weeks.

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Wylds Road between the Augusta Mall and North Leg Road will be closed at the railroad tracks for repairs starting Tuesday. The repairs should take approximately one week to complete, according to officials.

Officials say to expect heavy delays while traveling through these areas. Using alternate routes is recommended.

A detour will be in place for both areas, according to officials.

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Due to significant damage to the traffic signal at Peach Orchard Road and Pepperidge Drive and for the safety of traffic in this area, Pepperidge Drive has been modified to a right-in, right-out configuration.

No left turns will be allowed at this intersection. Expect delays while accessing the Pepperidge subdivision.

The Georgia Department of Transportation is in the process of shipping the necessary materials to reinstall the traffic signal.

That process is expected to take the rest of the week.

Use the nearby signals and median breaks to make U-turns if necessary.