Town of Nags Head
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Construction is expected to begin the middle of next week, most likely on July 20, 2022, just south of Limulus Drive, near 10011 South Old Oregon Inlet Road. Over the next 7-10 days construction will move south to the south end of the project area at 10435 South Old Oregon Inlet Road. 

More in-depth construction progress information has been added to our web site. 

Remember, it is likely the schedule will change over the course of the project.

Construction Area
The project will place take place from 8031 South Old Oregon Inlet Road (Comfort Inn South) near Mile Post 16, south through 10435 South Old Oregon Inlet Road.

*Oceanfront properties and public beach accesses along South Virginia Dare Trail will NOT be impacted.

Frequently Asked Questions About Beach Nourishment Construction

2019 Beach Nourishment Project Videos

Beach Restoration Construction Progress Map


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Want to know what we're going to be working on over the next year? As part of Current TV's latest Destination Dare program you can watch as Nags Head Town Manager Andy Garman shares some budget highlights for the July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023 fiscal year. 

Destination Dare is a monthly video series that Current TV produces in partnership with Dare County and its six municipalities—is dedicated to highlighting the many programs and services that are provided by local governments. To view current and past episodes of Destination Dare, click here.


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The events are in full swing at Dowdy Park. Listen to music, relax with morning yoga, pick up local crafts and food at a market, and soon, watch a movie from the lawn. 

Please park in the Nags Head Elementary School parking lot. 

For the most current information on events at the park, follow Dowdy Park on Facebook. Events will also be listed on our web site. 



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Aerial illustration of beach and ocean with swimmer and rip currents and escape routes.

If you get caught in a rip current, stay calm. You will get worn out if you try to fight it. Currents won't pull you under — just away from shore.

Focus on floating and waving for help or swimming parallel to the shore.

More information can be found here.


Photo of roof blown off a small home.

Prepare your home from thunderstorms, winds, and flooding:

  • Cut down or trim trees that may be in danger of falling on your home.
  • De-clutter drains and gutters.
  • Consider buying surge protectors to protect  appliances and electronic devices.

Thunderstorms & Lightning | Ready.gov


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Apply to Join the Newly Formed Pedestrian Project Advisory Committee - Applications Must be Received by July 15

We're taking applications from those interested in serving on the Pedestrian Project Advisory Committee, which will identify and rank future pedestrian projects for Board consideration during the Town's next Capital Improvement Program process.

Our pedestrian priorities have changed with the installation of the west side multi-use path with a focus towards improved bicycle and pedestrian neighborhood connections to the path. 

Staff plans on presenting a list of recommended members for consideration at the August 3, 2022 Board of Commissioners meeting. 

If you are interested in serving on the Pedestrian Project Advisory Committee, please fill out an application online. Your completed form will be automatically emailed to the Town Clerk's office.

You can also download an application to either return by email (to Town Clerk Carolyn Morris at Carolyn.Morris@NagsHeadNC.gov) or via the mail (to Town Clerk Carolyn Morris, Town of Nags Head, PO Box 99, Nags Head, NC 27959)

  • Board/Committee Membership Application (DOC) - Fillable Microsoft Word Document
  • Board/Committee Membership Application (PDF) - Fillable PDF Document
  • You may also contact Town Clerk Carolyn Morris at 252-449-2009 or by email for a copy of the document.
To be considered by the Board at their August 3 meeting, applications must be received by July 15, 2022.
Aerial illustration of pool with pool toys floating.
It's pool season!

Many of your favorite pool toys are plastic, but they are not recyclable. Please do not place your poolside items in your curbside recycle bin. Thank you for recycling right this summer.

If you don't have time to haul your recyclables to the recycling centers we have at town hall (5401 South Croatan Highway) and our public services facility (2200 Lark Avenue), subscribe to the curbside recycling collection service offered by TFC Recycling. 


Upcoming Board of Commissioners and Planning Board Meetings

  • Board of Commissioners, Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at 9 am 
  • Planning Board, Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at 9 am 
Notes 
  • View a calendar of all the upcoming meetings.
  • All Board of Commissioners and Planning Board meetings are livestreamed via the Town's YouTube channel. You can watch videos of the meeting on the YouTube channel after they have taken place. 

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5401 S. Croatan Hwy., PO Box 99, Nags Head, NC, 252-441-5508, info@nagsheadnc.gov

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