Zebulon to close roads as drainage issues are fixed

The City of Zebulon recently announced the start date of a project to improve drainage along Jackson, Pine and Thomas Streets. The project is scheduled to begin Thursday, Aug. 1 and funding for the project will come from 2022 Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) and GDOT Local Maintenance and Improvement Grant (LMIG) sources.

The city selected Zebulon-based Helix Grading and Utility, LLC to complete the project for a sum of $325,261. The project will add curb and gutter and storm drainage along Jackson Street from Griffin Street to Depot Street; improve drainage along Thomas Street from Meansville Street to Evans Street; and improve drainage in the area between Pine Street and Pike Billiards. The project is estimated to last 150 days.

During the construction on Jackson Street, which is expected to take four to five weeks, through traffic will be prohibited during working hours. A portion of Banks Street will be closed near the apartments for storage of materials.

“The City of Zebulon urges residents to drive with caution and be courteous to the crews working on the project. Carter and Sloope Engineers out of Macon provided the design, permitting and bid management for the project and will continue to monitor the construction together with city personnel,” said city administrator Larry Mitcham. “The City of Zebulon is committed to improving drainage and safety in the community. We will continue to plan and improve storm drainage and safety for our citizens and businesses in the city.”

For any questions or concerns, contact Zebulon City Hall at 770-567-8748.