| Columbia, S.C. (February 14, 2024) – SCDOT will hold a drop-in style public involvement meeting on Thursday, February 29, regarding proposed safety improvements along the US 17 Corridor between Conway Street and 20th Avenue South in Horry County. The drop-in style meeting will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, February 29, 2024. It will take place at North Myrtle Beach Government Office (Atrium) located at 1018 2nd Avenue South in North Myrtle Beach. SCDOT representatives will be available at the meeting to discuss the proposed project with members of the community. The South Carolina Department of Transportation proposes to reduce the frequency and severity of crashes along the corridor. The proposed project includes installation of concrete medians, ADA-compliant pedestrian ramps, crosswalks, countdown pedestrian signals, signal equipment and intersection operation upgrades, and installation of new sidewalks. Visit the project website for additional information. For more information about this and other proposed SCDOT projects, please visit the public involvement meeting webpage. |
| About SCDOTThe South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is the state agency with oversight of South Carolina’s network of highways and bridges, including responsibilities such as planning, design, construction, financing, and roadway safety. To ensure the nation’s fourth-largest highway system is prepared to serve the needs of South Carolina’s growing economy and population, SCDOT has developed a Strategic 10-Year Plan that addresses improvements to the state’s highway and bridge systems. Learn more at scdot.org. |
The US 17 Corridor between Conway Street and 20th Avenue South in Horry County has been a safety concern for many North Myrtle Beach residents.