Berlin G. Myers Parkway Phase III Project includes construction of multiuse trail
Columbia, S.C. (February 16, 2024) – On Monday, Feb. 19, the South Carolina Department of Transportation will begin rebuilding a portion of the Sawmill Branch Canal Trail in Dorchester County. This trail construction work is a component of the Berlin G. Myers Parkway Phase III Project, a new 3.25 mile roadway currently in construction and projected to open to vehicle traffic in 2026.
SCDOT will rebuild the Sawmill Branch Canal Trail between Luden Drive and the Elizabeth Street Trailhead using a three-staged construction plan. The first stage of trail construction will begin Monday, Feb. 19, between the Elizabeth Street Trailhead and the pedestrian bridge at Willet Drive, and will last approximately four weeks, weather permitting.
Working in coordination with the Town of Summerville and Dorchester County, SCDOT has developed a plan for the Sawmill Branch Canal Trail to remain open to cyclists and pedestrians throughout construction. During each trail construction stage, cyclists and pedestrians will be detoured onto an adjacent portion of the newly placed asphalt roadway, which is not yet open to automobile traffic.
As trail construction moves forward, SCDOT will share information about each of the trail construction stages on the
Department’s press release page.
Download:
Sawmill Branch Canal Trail Construction Overview Stage 1
Information for Trail Users
Sawmill Branch Canal Trail will remain open to cyclists and pedestrians throughout trail construction.
Trail users should carefully observe and follow signage throughout trail construction. Construction crews will carefully mark the trail detour, which will be separated from the construction zone with pavement markings and traffic cones.
SCDOT asks trail users to stay alert and use caution throughout trail construction.
Information for Motorists
The Berlin G. Myers Parkway extension is still under construction and is not yet open to motor vehicles.
SCDOT asks motorists to drive with caution around trailhead entrances, for the safety of trail users and construction crews.
About the Berlin G. Myers Parkway Phase III Project
Berlin G. Myers Parkway Phase III Project is the construction of a 3.25-mile roadway between U.S. 17 (Alternate) and East Carolina Avenue in Dorchester County. The purpose of the project is to improve roadway connectivity, reduce traffic congestion, and enhance safety in the Summerville area. For more information, visit the
Berlin G. Myers Parkway Phase III Project website.
Trail Detour at Luden Drive
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Trail Detour at Willet Drive Pedestrian Bridge
Trail Detour at Elizabeth Street
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