Wrightsville Beach Bridges Get Major Upgrade | Wilmington News

Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 13, 2026 · 1m

Wrightsville Beach is rolling up its sleeves for a major infrastructure upgrade—replacing aging bridges with modern, durable ones that’ll last 50 to 75 years. While construction will cause headaches for locals and businesses over the next few years, officials promise at least two lanes will stay open in each direction, and one bridge will always remain accessible. Utility work kicks off in the next 6–8 weeks on one bridge, wrapping by spring 2027, with another bridge’s work starting in spring 2027. Safety and long-term access are the goals—temporary disruption is worth it for a safer, more…