A temporary one‑way, one‑lane traffic pattern on White Sulphur Road has been extended to include the stretch between the QuikTrip access drive and Gateway Centre Parkway, Hall County officials said Friday.
Drivers are urged to maintain safe speeds through the detour zone and remain alert for construction workers, heavy equipment and shifting lane configurations. Officials said motorists should expect minor delays as work continues in the area.
Questions about the temporary traffic pattern may be directed to the county’s public information office at [email protected].
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A temporary traffic pattern change will be implemented along a portion of White Sulphur Road beginning on Tuesday, May 26, as ongoing road construction is being completed as part of the White Sulphur Road, Phase II, widening project.
“We intentionally scheduled the bulk of this work during the summer months to minimize impacts to school traffic, but we do expect this traffic change to be in place for the next several months,” Assistant Hall County Public Works Director Brent Cook said. “We appreciate the public’s patience as crews work to complete these improvements safely and as efficiently as possible.”
The affected portion of White Sulphur Road within the project limits will operate under a temporary one-lane, one-way traffic pattern. Signed detours and traffic control measures will be in place to safely direct motorists through the area.
“The temporary traffic pattern will begin near the driveway of Busker Communications, extending just beyond Airline Baptist Church,” Cook said. “While the impacted section is relatively short, drivers should plan ahead and expect delays.”
A detour will be in place at the intersection of Ramsey Road and White Sulphur Road, directing traffic along State Route 365 (Cornelia Highway). All through traffic should utilize the detour, as the affected portion of White Sulphur Road will remain open only to local and Gainesville Inland Port traffic.
Once completed, the White Sulphur Road, Phase II, widening project will improve traffic flow and safety near the Gainesville Inland Port by widening the existing roadway, improving access to State Route 365 and enhancing pedestrian accessibility.
The White Sulphur Road, Phase II, widening project is budgeted for $10.8 million and is funded through Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST VII and SPLOST VIII) and state grant funds. Construction is expected to be completed by the end of spring 2027.