The Sardis Road Connector project, a major infrastructure development long-awaited in Hall County, will officially break ground on Thursday, April 17, at 3:30 p.m. The groundbreaking ceremony, hosted by Hall County Government, will take place at the former Happy Pappy’s Storage facility location at 3565 Thompson Bridge Road in Gainesville.
The project, spearheaded by the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT), aims to alleviate traffic congestion in North Hall by widening and reconstructing existing roads and adding new roadways and alignments. Spanning approximately 3.55 miles, the Sardis Road Connector will run from the intersection of Sardis Road and Chestatee Road northwards to State Route 60 (Thompson Bridge Road) near Mount Vernon Road. It will connect SR 60 and SR 53.
“This is a massive project that will create a four-lane curb and gutter divided roadway, having two lanes in each direction, which will significantly decrease the current traffic congestion we experience in North Hall,” said District 2 Commissioner Billy Powell.
The project represents a significant milestone for Hall County, having first been evaluated in 2004. “Ultimately, it will serve as a vital piece of connectivity not only to the citizens of my district but also to the Hall County community as a whole,” Powell added.
The project’s $86.2 million budget includes $28.3 million for preconstruction, funded by SPLOST VI, VII, and VIII. GDOT will fund the remaining $56 million allocated for construction.
Light refreshments will be served at the groundbreaking ceremony.
