The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) proposes to improve the intersection of S-33 (Trenholm Rd) & S-1677(O'Neil Ct) in Richland County, SC.

The improvements consist of updated pavement markings and signage, signal upgrades, reduced lane widths, offset left-turn lanes, and raised concrete median on all approaches.

This intersection was selected for improvement through the Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP). This program uses a data- driven strategic approach to identify locations throughout the state with high crash rates or patterns and implements safety enhancements through infrastructure-related improvements. The HSIP project selection requires an engineering study that includes an analysis of the crash data, an assessment of the field conditions, and an evaluation of the effectiveness of all potential countermeasure to ensure maximum safety benefits are obtained for the amount of funds invested.

In a recent 5 year period, there were 53 crashes, 40 of which were right-angle crashes which have the potential to be severe.

The purpose and need of the project is to mitigate the existing safety issues at the intersection.

While engineering will take time, we will continue to provide updates on the progress of the project via this project page. Be sure to hit the "follow" button at the top of this page to receive direct notifications sent to your inbox. Opportunity for public comment will occur during the engineering design phase.The Comment period starts on 01/28/26 and ends on 02/27/26

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