Avondale Intersection Realignment and Property Acquisition
Charleston
Summary
The city is spending over $3.4 million to buy land for a major road realignment project at the Avondale intersection to improve safety and ease traffic bottlenecks. While supporters note it will drastically improve traffic flow, some council members questioned why city taxpayers are funding a county road project.
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Last discussed Jun 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
The city is investing $3.465 million from general and reserve funds for property acquisitions.
Drivers and residents traveling through the Avondale and Savannah Highway corridor who will experience reduced traffic bottlenecks and improved safety.
City taxpayers funding a project that falls under county road infrastructure responsibilities.
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