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NCDOT Unveils Updated Design for Pinehurst Traffic Circle
In June 2025, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) unveiled a new design for the Pinehurst Traffic Circle—one of the Village’s most recognized and historically significant intersections. This redesign aims to improve traffic flow, safety, and connectivity while respecting the Circle’s unique character and legacy.
👉 View the NCDOT project website to explore the design, provide feedback and learn more.
Balancing Safety, Traffic Flow, and Historic Character
The redesign reflects years of collaboration between NCDOT and local communities, with the goal of improving both safety and traffic flow at this critical gateway to Pinehurst. Located within a National Historic District, the Traffic Circle has faced increasing congestion as traffic demands continue to grow.
The new design maintains the circle’s historic character while preparing for future traffic volumes projected to reach 80,000 vehicles per day by 2050. It also reduces right-of-way impacts, minimizes tree removal, improves traffic efficiency, and lowers overall project costs.
Construction Timeline
Construction is currently planned between the 2029 and 2035 U.S. Open Championships to minimize disruption during major events. The project will also be coordinated with the planned widening of U.S. 15-501 north of the circle to further reduce impacts.
Timeline from July 2022:
June 28, 2022: NCDOT Presents Traffic Circle Update to Council
January 26, 2023: Village Council Letter to NCDOT with Recommendations for Improving Traffic Circle
February 24, 2023: Wall Street Journal article regarding the traffic circle.
May 2, 2024: NCDOT Announces Potential Improvements for Pinehurst Traffic Circle
July 16, 18, and 23, 2024: NCDOT completes three public hearings