The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) wrapped up its study on the future of SR 316, a significant stretch of highway cutting through Barrow County. The analysis, detailed on the Barrow County’s official website, laid out the state’s plan to overhaul a section of the road from I-85 in Gwinnett County to SR 10 in Oconee County. The study aimed to assess current intersections, many of which are slated for improvement, with intentions of transforming SR 316 into a limited-access facility.
With various construction projects already in different stages of development, the “Transforming State Route 316” initiative is set to remodel multiple crossings. According to the Barrow County announcement, “GDOT is currently undertaking several SR 316 reconstruction projects under an initiative referred to as Transforming State Route 316”. As this initiative unfolds, some parts have already been completed, others are actively under construction, and some are still in the engineering design phase. Post-completion, a countable 12 at-grade crossings will be left unchanged.
For motorists accustomed to navigating the at-grade intersections of SR 316, the changes could spell a significant alteration in daily commutes. The comprehensive study outlines the unmet gaps, and with the infrastructure project pushing ahead, it promises a streamlined and potentially less congested future for the route. Locals and frequent travellers are encouraged to review the completed study, available as a PDF on the Barrow County’s website, for a more granular look at the proposed changes…