NC 274 (Union Road) Improvements from Osceola Street to Niblick Drive
Project ID: U5961
Construction Year: 2026
State: NC Counties: Gaston
Entity: North Carolina Department of Transportation
In Gastonia, N.C., a significant road improvement project is underway to enhance safety and traffic flow on N.C. 274 (Union Road). The plan involves widening a 1.12-mile section from Osceola Street to Niblick Drive to create four 12-foot lanes, separated by a 17.5-foot raised grass median. These changes are designed to improve traffic mobility and create a safer environment for everyone on the road.
Beyond widening the roadway, the project includes several other key upgrades. A 10-foot multi-use path will be added to the west side of Union Road, providing a safe space for cyclists and pedestrians. On the east side, a 5-foot sidewalk will be installed. The plan also incorporates right-in/right-out turning movements at Walls Street and includes median U-turns and "bulbouts" along various sections to streamline traffic. Additionally, a new traffic signal will be installed at the intersection of N.C. 274 and the realigned Osceola Street/Forest Drive to help manage traffic flow more efficiently. The multi-use path was chosen for its cost-effectiveness and minimal need for right-of-way, while still providing excellent service for pedestrians and cyclists.
Work for this project will include the acquisition of new right of way and a variety of easements imposed on adjacent landowners through the eminent domain process.
Should you be impacted by this project, we can help. If you are a landowner in the footprint of this project and would like assistance with this process or would like more information regarding your rights relative to eminent domain, condemnation, or easements, please contact us today.
