Construction workers enhance the Greenville Loop Trail, facilitating better connectivity in Wilmington.
The Wilmington City Council has approved $3.7 million for the construction of the second section of the Greenville Loop Trail, which includes a 1.6-mile asphalt stretch. This new segment will feature ADA-compliant ramps and improved traffic safety measures, particularly around schools. The project is part of a larger transportation bond initiative aimed at enhancing urban mobility. Construction is expected to last nine months, with a completion target set for spring.
Wilmington, NC — The Wilmington City Council has approved $3.7 million in funding to support the construction of the second section of the Greenville Loop Trail.
The decision was made during a council meeting on July 15, 2025. This funding will fund the 1.6-mile stretch of asphalt trail, which will be the longest segment of the entire trail network once completed. The contract for construction was awarded to Wells Brothers Construction following a public bidding process.
The total project cost is estimated at $3,864,253, with the remaining funds already secured within the project’s overall budget. The city’s investment is part of Wilmington’s broader transportation bond package, approved in 2014, which allocates $55 million for various transportation projects across the city.
This section of the Greenville Loop Trail will extend from Pine Grove Drive to Old Military Road. It will feature ADA-compliant ramps, ensuring accessibility for all users, and will incorporate utilities, drainage improvements, and a new traffic signal at Bradley Creek Elementary School to enhance safety around school zones.
Construction is expected to last approximately nine months, with completion slated for spring 2026.
The first section of the Greenville Loop Trail, a one-mile stretch along Holly Tree Road from South College Road to Pine Grove Drive, was finalized in 2023. The remaining two sections are currently in planning stages, with bids expected to open later this year.
The third section will run along Greenville Loop Road from Old Military Road to Park Avenue. It is proposed to include a signaled pedestrian crossing at Oleander Drive. The final segment will connect Holly Tree Road to a planned roundabout at the Pine Grove Drive/Greenville Loop Road intersection, with completion expected in 2026 alongside intersection improvements.
Beyond the Greenville Loop Trail, Wilmington plans to enhance pedestrian access along Kerr Avenue by constructing a 0.7-mile multi-use path. This project aims to link the University of North Carolina Wilmington campus to commercial areas north of Market Street. Construction for this pathway is scheduled to begin in fall 2025.
The city’s leadership acknowledges the complexities associated with these infrastructure projects, including private property negotiations, utility realignment, and stormwater management. The trail development is regarded as a critical addition to Wilmington’s urban trail system, addressing long-standing citizen demand for more accessible public pathways.
Safety features, such as new traffic signals and provisions for increased pedestrian safety near schools, are integral parts of the project. The city is also collaborating on further trail and sidewalk improvements, ultimately aiming to improve walkability and connectivity throughout Wilmington.
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