In addition to helping local industry with trucking and delivery routes, the extension will become a detour when the lengthy NC 42 West widening construction project begins in 2025.
The extension will relieve traffic congestion on US 70 Business W between 42 East and 42 .
Clayton Fire Station #2 will be able to respond more quickly to and provide emergency services to property owners and residents who live south of US 70 Business W.
The extension will serve as an alternate route for residents in the Glen Laurel and Flowers Plantation area who use Powhatan Road to get to US 70 Bypass and avoid congestion on US 70 Business through town.