BR03: Route 19/Alternate Route 58

Project Purpose

The purpose of this study is to analyze the safety issues identified along a section of Route 19/Alternate Route 58 in Washington County attributed to the existing roadway geometric conditions (e.g., non-standard shoulder widths, grade, horizontal alignments, super-elevations, etc.). High vehicle speeds and existing geometric conditions are attributing to a higher number of crashes located along this section of roadway. The objective of this study is to identify cost-effective preferred improvement alternatives that will help reduce the number of crashes and improve safety along the corridor. 

Survey

The survey regarding potential transportation safety improvements along Route 19/Alternate Route 58 (Porterfield Highway) in Washington County between Coal Yard Road and North Fork River Road is complete.

Study Partners

• Washington County
• Mount Rogers Planning District Commission
• Mountain Lynx Transit

Key Points of Contact

District Lead: Blake Ailor

Lead Consultant: Alex Shoemaker 

Schedule

PHASE	DATES	TASKS
Phase 1	August 2021 – September 2021	Problem Diagnosis/Brainstorm Alternatives
Phase 2	October 2021 – March 2022	Stakeholder/Public engagement and feedback
Phase 3	March 2022 – July 2022	Investment strategy cost estimation and refinement