Wrightsville Beach Pipeline Work Delaying Pelican Drive | Wilmington News

Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 31, 2026 · 1m

Wrightsville Beach is hitting the ground running with major wastewater pipe upgrades starting August third—right where you’ve seen construction before, around Lee’s Cut and Channel Walk. Expect detours and signs to guide you through the chaos. And don’t count on a smooth ride on Pelican Drive: repaving is now delayed by two weeks, with a new finish date of August fifteenth. The Cape Fear Public Utilities Authority is leading the effort, while town crews manage traffic and repairs. Officials say they’re doing everything to keep things moving—but expect some slowdowns. If you’re driving through…