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Security upgrades require phased gate closures beginning May 25
16 May 2022

The Wilson Gate will experience phased closures over the next three months for security upgrades beginning May 25 at 6 p.m. 

While additional sentries will be posted to accommodate increased traffic at the Holcomb Gate, drivers can expect delays during the following key construction dates at the Wilson Gate: 

Phase 1: May 25 at 6 p.m. to June 24 at 6 p.m. 

·       All outbound lanes closed. 

·       Personnel should exit the installation via the Holcomb Gate. 

·       Bougainville Drive will be limited to personnel accessing the adjacent military housing neighborhoods or Camp Johnson from MCB Camp Lejeune. 

Phase 2: July 5 at 6 p.m. to July 26 at 6 p.m. 

·       All inbound lanes closed. 

·       Personnel should access the installation via the Holcomb Gate. 

·       All visitors should use the MCB Camp Lejeune Contractor Vetting Office at the Holcomb Gate or the MCAS New River Visitor Center for visitor services. 

Phase 3: Aug. 11 at 6 p.m. to Aug. 14 at 11:59 p.m. 

·       Complete gate closure. 

·       Personnel should access and exit the installation via the Holcomb Gate. 

·       All visitors should use the MCB Camp Lejeune Contractor Vetting Office at the Holcomb Gate or the MCAS New River Visitor Center for visitor services. 

The security upgrades at the Wilson Gate are part of a larger project where several gates will undergo phased closures over the next year.  Additional gate locations and phased closures will be announced in advance of each project.   

The latest updates and closure information will be posted to www.lejeune.marines.mil and shared on MCB Camp Lejeune’s social media platforms. 

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MCIEAST Communication Strategy & Operations

Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune