NORTH CHARLESTON — The wait for the interchange on Interstate 26 between Ashley Phosphate Road and U.S. Highway 78 is over.

Charleston County has completed construction for the Palmetto Commerce Interchange, which is intended to enhance commutes by reducing travel times and increasing mobility, says county project manager Mackenzie Kelley.

It will open to the public Nov. 17 after a ribbon cutting ceremony at 1 p.m.

Located between U.S. Highway 78 and Ashley Phosphate Road, the diamond interchange will connect Weber Boulevard in the Ingleside tract with Interstate 26. The design doesn't extend Weber Boulevard into North Charleston's neighborhoods on the eastern side of the interstate, but on- and off-ramps from the westbound lane will guide traffic to and from the Ingleside development

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