Work could begin this summer on the first phase of the long-awaited Cleveland Bypass, a planned four-lane road expected to help with traffic congestion and spur economic development. “We’re really excited about this project moving so fast now,” said state Sen. Steve Gooch, R-Dahlonega, and a former State Transportation Board member representing the area. “It’s been in the works for 20 years, I guess.”
Cleveland Bypass about to go from concept to project
Phase 1 construction could start this summer