NORTH CAROLINA – It’s official: dirt is moving in Mebane. After years of anticipation, site withdrawals, and marathon city council meetings, construction is finally visible at the site of North Carolina’s first Buc-ee’s. However, eager Tar Heel fans will need to hold their cravings a little longer, as the opening timeline has shifted from late 2026 to Summer 2027.
Location & Progress
The site is located in Mebane (Alamance County) at Exit 152 off Interstates 40/85 (Trollingwood-Hawfields Road).
- Current Status: As of January 2026, heavy machinery has been grading and leveling the 32-acre property. While vertical construction of the massive store has not yet peaked, the site preparation confirms that the project is definitely a “go” following its unanimous approval by the Mebane City Council in early 2024.
- The Delay: The shift to a 2027 opening is largely due to extensive roadway improvements required by the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT). To handle the expected traffic, the Trollingwood-Hawfields Road interchange is being reconfigured (potentially into a diverging diamond pattern) and bridge ramps are being widened.
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