The Mecklenburg-Union Metropolitan Planning Organization is a Transportation body that is responsible for over seeing the development of the transportation system in Mecklenburg and Union Counties of North Carolina.

Carolina Thread Trail

The Carolina Thread Trail is a regional network of greenways and trails that will reach 15 counties and 2.3 million citizens. The trail will link people, places, cities, towns and attractions.  This landmark project will preserve our natural areas and be a place for families and friends to explore.  Please take this survey to let us know what you think about greenways and trails in your community.

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Current Projects

I-485

Monroe Connector / Bypass

Charlotte Gateway Station Environmental Assessment

Independence Boulevard Widening

Garden Parkway (Gaston East-West Connector)

Carolina Thread Trail
 

HOV / HOT / Managed Lanes Study

Work has begun on a High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) / High Occupancy Toll (HOT) / Managed Lanes study that will determine the technical, financial and institutional feasibility of dedicating lanes on major highways in the Charlotte region for active traffic management.

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