The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) has announced the Design-Build team for the I-16 at Old Cuyler Road Interchange (P.I. 0019451), which is part of a series of roadway improvement projects designed to provide more efficient access to the new Hyundai Metaplant site and the surrounding area. The 1.2-mile project consists of the construction of a new interchange along I-16 at Old Cuyler Road, including three, multilane roundabouts large enough for anticipated freight vehicle traffic and everyday users.
Matthews-McLendon, a joint venture between C.W. Matthews and McLendon Enterprises, Inc., was selected to complete the final design and construction of the $74.5 million interchange, which will intersect with the new I-16 Frontage Road that is currently under construction to provide additional access to the Hyundai site development, and aid in east-west travel to accommodate future traffic increases. The I-16 at Old Cuyler Road Interchange, along with US 280 Widening (P.I. 0016618) and I-16 Frontage Road (P.I. 0019452) projects are intended to improve surrounding infrastructure for all users, including the local communities it serves.
Georgia DOT anticipates construction of the I-16 at Old Cuyler Road Interchange will begin in the third quarter of 2025. The project is expected to reach substantial completion in 2027. All dates are subject to change.
“Georgia continues to experience prolific economic growth and development statewide,” said Georgia DOT Design-Build Project Manager Trevor Brown. “This project is being delivered through an alternative delivery method, which will provide greater delivery efficiencies and accelerated project schedule. Georgia DOT is committed to finding innovative methods to keep travel safe and efficient for motorists and responding timely to transportation infrastructure that will improve Georgians’ quality of life.”
Georgia DOT is utilizing the Design-Build delivery method to combine preconstruction-related activities and construction services into one contract. This approach allows contractors to participate in the project’s final design, which improves communications, expedites project delivery, and can lead to reduced costs.
Additional information about the US 280 Widening, I-16 at Frontage Road, and I-16 at Old Cuyler Road Improvement projects can be found at https://us280-i16frontage-oldcuylerrd-0016618-gdot.hub.arcgis.com/. Further information about Georgia DOT’s Design-Build projects can be accessed at https://www.dot.ga.gov/GDOT/pages/DesignBuild.aspx.
