the Renston Rural Historic District, the design was modified in 2007 in order to lessen the freeway's impact on the district. The design changes included removing a proposed interchange at NC 903 and shifting the alignment of the bypass eastward. In August 2008, NCDOT released a record of decision for the project, detailing the chosen alternative. The acquisition of the right-of-way was completed in January 2015. Construction on the project began in September 2016, and the project was expected to be completed in June 2020. In May 2015, NCDOT awarded a $159 million contract to Barnhill Contracting, Sanford Contractors and HDR Design Group to design and construct the project, which was built via the design-build method. Initially, the project, which meets Interstate Highway standards, was expected to cost a total of $231.8 million, including $159 million for construction, and be completed by June 2020. However, the project was ahead of schedule and was expected to cost less than the original estimates and be completed by November 2019. The Greenville Southwest Bypass opened to traffic on November 22, 2019. Exit list Exit numbers are based on the mileage of NC 11 from its mainline route to Interstate 587. References External links Transportation in Pitt County, North Carolina 011-Byp