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Fayetteville area railroad crossings to close for routine maintenance

By Staff Report, posted 10 months ago

The CSX Corporation will temporarily close multiple railroad crossings in the downtown Fayetteville area starting Feb. 10 in order to conduct routine railroad maintenance.  

The following roads will be impacted: 

  • Cumberland Street and Moore Street are set to close on or around Feb. 10.  
  • Franklin Street and Russell Street are set to close on or around Feb. 11. 
  • Whitfield Street is set to close on or around Feb. 12. 
  • South of Winslow Street between Hay Street and Rankin Street will be closed on or around Feb. 12 & 13 for maintenance materials. 

Hay Street and Blount Street will remain open for travelers entering and exiting the downtown area. 

Detour signs will direct traffic around the closures. The track closures will last approximately three to five days. Residents should expect to encounter delays and prepare for a longer commute.   

All questions and concerns should be communicated to CSX Corps. at 800-232-0144 or go online to csx.com to fill out a form with your concerns or questions.  

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