JOHNS ISLAND, S.C. — As Charleston County moves forward with a more than $350 million road project aimed at easing congestion at the intersection of U.S. Highway 17 and Main Road, some drivers are expressing frustration over the disruptions to their daily routines and concerns about safety. The long-planned project includes a new interchange with flyover off-ramps and a bridge over U.S. 17, designed to address persistent traffic backups in one of the region’s fastest-growing areas.
Concerns Over Road Closures and Business Access
A key concern for drivers, such as James Adams, is the closure of Old Charleston Highway, which is being used for construction equipment storage and crew movement. This closure has restricted direct access to nearby…..