Transforming Highway 278
Building a Safer, Stronger Gateway to Covington
The Highway 278 Community Improvement District (CID) is working to create a corridor that attracts investment, enhances safety, and improves quality of life.
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Called the Newton County Community Improvements Act, the legislation sets in motion improvements to make the U.S. 278 corridor more dynamic and attractive to high-end businesses, as well as increase property values for owners already located within the CID.
of corridor improvements planned
gateways, sidewalks, medians, and more
in infrastructure and safety
projected through GDOT improvements
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GDOT Safety & Operations Project
Transforming Highway 278 with new roundabouts, medians, sidewalks, and lighting to improve safety and mobility.
Gateway Enhancements
New entry points at Pace Street and other key intersections will welcome visitors and define the district’s character.
Sidewalks & Multi-Use Trails
Connecting neighborhoods and businesses with safer, more accessible pedestrian and cycling infrastructure.
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News and updates
New Sidewalks & Trails Improve Pedestrian Connectivity
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Construction
January 29, 2026•1 min read
Gateway Enhancements Planned for Pace Street Entrance
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Construction
January 29, 2026•1 min read
Streetscape Enhancements Begin to Improve Corridor Identity
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Construction
January 29, 2026•1 min read
Phase II conceptual rendering – intersection improvements
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Construction
January 29, 2026•1 min read
Roundabout Construction Progress Continues Along Highway 278
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Construction
January 29, 2026•1 min read
FROM OUR CUSTOMERS
The CID is going to be a game-changer for Highway 278 and the revitalization efforts happening around the city of Covington.
I believe the Highway 278 CID will be an enormous engine for economic development and consumer vitality across the corridor.
The analytics and reporting features give us insights we never had before. Our conversion rates have improved by 40%.
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“Highway 278 isn’t just a transportation corridor — it’s a driver of economic growth for Newton County.”
Called the Newton County Community Improvements Act, the legislation sets in motion improvements to make the U.S. 278 corridor more dynamic and attractive to high-end businesses, as well as increase property values for owners already located within the CID.
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