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Action Alert - Comments Needed On Corridor K in North Carolina |
This is a critical time in the development of plans for Corridor K in NC. We have a public comment period until December 4 to impress on NC DOT the need to consider the alternative of improving the existing highway rather than constructing a new divided 4-lane highway through our pristine mountains and valley. This sensible alternative would address all of the real problems with the existing route while saving Cheoah Bald Mountain and Stecoah Valley from the destruction that would come with 4-lane highway construction. Please write or e-mail now to Mr. Ed Lewis of the NC DOT Human Environment Unit (Address below) to urge that the plans for the Corridor K Sections B and C from Robbinsville, NC through the Stecoah Valley include the alternative of improving the current highway. Read more... |
Interstate 3 is a road proposed to run from Savannah to Knoxville via Augusta.
- A shorter interstate route from Savannah to Knoxville currently exists (I-95 to I-26 to I-40).
- The proposed highway threatens four National Forests and Great Smoky National Park. The damage to the mountain ecosystem, water and air quality, endangered species, local economies, and the beauty of the region would be irreversible.
- The cost to build interstates through mountains is over $25 million per mile. Even non-mountain interstates cost $15 million per mile.
This website provides information about the Interstate 3 legislation, resolutions to opposed I-3 by local and regional government entities, and steps you can take to help stop this unwanted, unnecessary road.
The Stop I-3 Coalition works to protect the Southern Appalachians and Piedmont regions by preventing the construction of I-3 or any similar highway. Our supporters and supporting organizations bring diverse backgrounds and concerns. Please join us.
The Stop I-3 Coalition is a project of WaysSouth.
The Stop I-3 Coalition continues to work to add new resolutions from cities, counties, regional planning organizations, and other government entities. If you would like to work on a specific county, please let us know. See the map of areas where resolutions are still needed.
Areas with Resolutions Opposing Interstate 3
Click map for a more detailed view.