Attention Kill Devil Hills residents and visitors: Pedestrian safety at a busy intersection is about to get a significant boost. The N.C. Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is scheduled to install a new traffic signal, complete with an actuated pedestrian crossing, at the junction of N.C. 12 and Neptune Drive, according to official sources.
This new signal will rely on pedestrians taking action, pressing a button that cues the "Walk" signal to allow for safe passage across the road while a temporary road closure is going to happen on Neptune Drive between Memorial Drive and N.C. 12 it will start from 9 a.m. tomorrow and continue until 5 p.m. on Wednesday, which is something motorists should keep in mind. The American Pie restaurant will remain accessible from Memorial Drive during this time.
In essence, the NCDOT is providing a solution for pedestrians who have expressed concerns about the dangers of crossing the bustling N.C. 12. The added traffic signal decidedly enhances both driver and pedestrian awareness, underscoring the commitment to safer streets in the community.
Patrons aiming to satisfy their culinary cravings at local eateries like the American Pie restaurant can rest assured that despite the intersection's temporary disruption, their route will not be impeded.
