NCDOT to Reopen Highway 12 Northbound Lanes on Pea Island Following Storm Damage
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) announced that Highway 12 on Pea Island will reopen its northbound lanes on Wednesday morning. The highway, located along the Outer Banks between Basnight Bridge and Rodanthe, was closed after a recent coastal…
Greenville New Bern Washington, NC, September 28, 2026 — The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has announced the upcoming reopening of northbound lanes on Highway 12 on Pea Island. The section of the vital coastal route is scheduled to reopen on Wednesday morning, following its closure due to damage sustained from a recent coastal storm.
Highway 12, a critical artery connecting communities along the Outer Banks, experienced significant damage on Pea Island. The storm’s impact led to ocean overwash, which resulted in the degradation of approximately 1,000 feet of pavement. This extent of damage necessitated the closure of the northbound lanes to ensure public safety and allow for necessary repairs.
The affected stretch of Highway 12 is situated between the Basnight Bridge and the village of Rodanthe. The closure aimed to prevent further damage and facilitate assessment and repair operations after the storm passed.
Officials from the NCDOT have confirmed the reopening date and time for the northbound lanes. The department has been working to address the damage caused by the storm, which is a recurring challenge for infrastructure along the Outer Banks due to its coastal environment.
Further details regarding the extent of the repairs or the timeline for full restoration of both northbound and southbound lanes were not immediately available. The NCDOT typically provides updates on road conditions and closures through its official communication channels.
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