The proposed $84 million railroad project in Cary aims to enhance safety and improve traffic flow by lowering Northeast Maynard Road beneath the railroad tracks, thus eliminating the current at-grade crossing. While it addresses safety concerns—given several previous accidents at this intersection—it could require around 12 businesses to relocate. As the project is still in its design phase, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) anticipates property acquisitions to start in summer 2027, with construction following in summer 2030.
Local business owners expressed frustrations about the potential impacts during a recent public meeting, highlighting their concerns about being displaced amid Cary’s growth. NCDOT is striving to minimize disruptions to businesses and homes, and while they evaluate impacts, they’re still gathering input from the community through October 27. The agency will consider all feedback as it continues to develop the project.
