Reminder: Development is What Brings Improvements

From REBIC - 12/2/25

A story that may not have been seen by anyone other than those who encounter the closure, we must remember that development is what pays and paves the way for the future. As you review this story, remember that we have a dramatic housing shortage. Estimates put the number of housing units needed at 800,000 in NC alone. Other studies indicate NC could be the 7th largest state in population by 2030. Our hope is you when you read this, please share the results in good light. We will not flourish without embracing the future.

In question is a portion of Rinehardt Road in Mooresville, Iredell County, that is currently closed to traffic with a signed detour in place that began December 1, 2025. The closure is expected to last until early spring of 2026.

The closure is located on Rinehardt Road between Lansing Circle and N.C. 150. A housing developer, M/I Homes, is performing the work to realign the intersection of Rinehardt Road and N.C. 150 (River Highway) to accommodate a new housing development and improve safety.

Drivers on Rinehardt Road will be guided through a signed detour. The developer is using the subdivision’s streets and temporary access roads to shorten the route around the construction zone.

• Original/Alternative Detour: N.C. 150 and N.C. 115 were initially planned for the detour, but a shorter route through the new neighborhood is being used instead.
• Signage: Message boards and detour signs are in place to warn and guide drivers through the new traffic pattern

For real-time travel information and updates, you can visit the DriveNC.gov website or follow NCDOT on social media.

Rob’s Take: Road closures and other temporary measures that take us out of our comfortable routine seem to trigger our greatest frustrations. It messes with our every day lives and that stings. I get it. Even I may be guilty (ok, I am guilty) of sharing unsightly hand gestures while operating a motor vehicle. But we have to remember these inconveniences are temporary. These infrastructure improvements, once complete, are meant to be in place for a long time and will definitely create long term convenience and an improved quality of life. But mostly we must remember that they’re paid for by the developer!