Roundabouts in Habersham County are on the way. The Fairview community’s roundabout has made significant strides, while the Clarkesville counterpart faced a temporary setback earlier this summer due to infrastructure concerns and design intricacies.
Roundabout SR 115 and SR 105
The roundabout situated at the intersection of SR 115 and SR 105 is making noteworthy progress. Most utilities have successfully transitioned from the old right-of-way to the new one, with Windstream completing the removal of their last line on Monday afternoon, as confirmed by on-site construction workers.
Anticipated to conclude by next summer, the project is currently focused on setting slopes, establishing ditch lines, and creating temporary lanes in preparation for the central roundabout construction.
Delays in Clarkesville
Despite the slight delay experienced in Clarkesville, where the right-of-way has been secured, requiring the removal of several structures, progress is evident. Houses and a barn were demolished earlier in the week, with Stoney’s scheduled for demolition on Wednesday and Thursday, clearing the area for the new roundabout.
Elizabeth Johnson, the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) District 1 Communications Officer, explained that the Clarkesville project is still in the pre-construction phase, with final stages anticipated before the project goes out for bid in late 2024.
The completion timeline for the Clarkesville roundabout may extend to early 2026 based on the SR 115/105 project timeline.
Residents and commuters can expect traffic delays during the construction of these projects. It may be necessary to find alternative routes to ensure timely arrivals.
