Purpose and Need
The purpose of this project is to improve the traffic circle under the SC 85 and I 585 interchange in regards to the operation efficiency and safety
Project Description
SCDOT proposes to improve the operational efficiency and safety of the intersection at SC 85/ SC 56 (Asheville Hwy)-(Hearon Circle) located in Spartanburg County.
It is anticipated that the proposed improvements will be constructed on or near existing alignment.
The proposed improvements are, but not limited to the following:
- Convert SC 85 Business Southbound off-ramp/Charisma Drive to one-way flow entering the circle and terminate Charisma Dr. north of the SC 85 Southbound off-ramp.
- Maintain two circulating lanes on North and South legs of the circle but provide single circulating lanes on East and West legs of circle.
- Close the Simuel Road approach to Hearon Circle to improve flow and safety of the cirlcle.
- Implement access management within the project limits.
- Install sidewalks along Hearon Circle.
- Removal and replacement of vegetated medians to concrete medians.
- Improving the turning radius at Ashville Highway and Howard Street.
85 Business Exit to Hearon Circle
Proposed Improvements
The proposed improvements to this project are to include increasing weave areas for cars to merge, flatten and improve the S shaped curves around the circle, and implement access management throughout the project to improve operational efficiency and safety.
| Preliminary Engineering: | Underway |
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| Public Outreach: | Underway |
| Right of Way: | Spring 2026 |
| Construction: | Spring 2027 |
Eastbound Ashville Highway
Charisma Drive