A bridge under construction in Hilton Head, emphasizing the infrastructure projects impacting access.
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Sponsor Our ArticlesThe Hilton Head Town Council is poised to make a significant decision regarding a $300 million bridge project that could alter the town’s infrastructure for decades to come. The upcoming vote raises essential access concerns, particularly the impact on driver access to Pinckney Island. Discussions have emerged about funding and alternative designs as the council seeks to balance infrastructure needs with the rising traffic and safety issues. With significant state and county financial support on the line, this decision is crucial for Hilton Head’s future.
Hilton Head officials are preparing for a significant vote that could reshape the town’s infrastructure over the next four decades. The Hilton Head Town Council is scheduled to decide on a joint resolution with Beaufort County regarding a new bridge project.
As of now, council members remain largely undecided ahead of the vote expected on Tuesday.
Key concerns involve changes to driver access to Pinckney Island from Bluffton:
State Senator Tom Davis has voiced concerns about the loss of east-bound access to Pinckney Island. He consulted with the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) on possible alternative designs.
SCDOT Secretary Justin Powell recommended a “design build” approach that could restore two-way access to Pinckney Island.
The bridge project is estimated to cost nearly $300 million:
However, the ongoing U.S. 278 Corridor Project, estimated at $488 million, also faces challenges. This project seeks to address structural issues with the Mackay Creek bridge, which received a “poor” rating in its last inspection but is still considered safe for use.
Concerns are growing regarding a projected funding shortfall of $190 million for the corridor project and its potential impact on local traffic and the economy. County officials are exploring other funding options after a recent 1% sales tax referendum, aimed at addressing infrastructure needs, was rejected by 55% of voters.
A planning workshop indicated the importance of the upcoming vote, with a lack of clear support among council members as Monday approached.
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