Shop Road Extension plans progress

Richland County is expected to advance Shop Road Extension Phase 2 with a $2.57 million service order, adding 1.4 miles and a bridge over Mill Creek.

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The Shop Road extension will eventually ease the connection the Garners Ferry Road.

Photo via Richland County

Richland County is one step closer to connecting Shop Road and Garners Ferry Road, with plans advancing for Phase 2 of the Shop Road Extension.

Pending approval of a $2.57 million service order, the 1.4-mile project will include a bridge over Mill Creek, linking to Montgomery Road. The three-lane extension aims to reduce detours and ease congestion while minimizing disruption to area neighborhoods.

The $24 million phase will cover permitting, stormwater planning, and traffic studies, supporting the long-term vision of enhanced business and truck connectivity. Public input will follow detailed design completion.

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