Dates	Number of Participants (unique individuals)
June 2-16, 2025	674

 

The following needs have been identified for this study. Do you agree with these needs?
Safety	90%
Pedestrian safety	80%
Bicycle safety	56%

 

Rank the following needs in order of importance to you along the study area.
Corridor safety / Intersection safety	87%
Reducing traffic congestion	94%
Pedestrian safety and accessibility	81%
Speeding / aggressive driving	81%
Proper pavement marking and signage	77%
Bicycle safety and accessibility	76%
Public transit access and service	79%

 

Which of the following safety issues concern you?
Lack of sidewalks / missing sidewalks	63%
Speeding / aggressive driving	59%
Insufficient / missing crosswalks and pedestrian signal timing	43%
Inadequate lighting	34%
Side-impact crashes	29%
Difficulty weaving / merging	28%
Sudden stopping / rear-end crashes	28%
Running red lights	22%
Inadequate pavement marking and signage	21%
Inadequate bicycle facilities	20%
Lack of ADA ramps and accessibility	10%
Inadequate transit / bus stops	10%
Other	9%
Closely spaced driveways	5%

 

What mobility issues do you typically experience when using the study area?
Difficulty making left turns	58%
Poor signal coordination	37%
Difficulty when walking	32%
Lack of turn lanes	30%
Vehicles blocking entrances	27%
Difficulty when riding a bicycle	21%
Difficulty accessing businesses	15%
Other	8%

 

What mode(s) of travel do you use when traveling along the study area?
Personal vehicle	99%
Walking	17%
Cycling	9%
Truck or commercial vehicle	5%
Carpool / Vanpool	3%
Other	2%
Taxi / Uber / Lyft	1%
Metro bus, local bus, or commuter bus	1%

 

CU-25-04 Phase 1 Executive Summary - PDF, 1.2MB

The Phase 2 survey regarding proposed alternatives for the Route 694 (Ira Hoffman Lane) corridor between Route 229 (Rixeyville Road) and U.S. 15 Business (Brandy Road) in the county and town of Culpeper was completed in November 2025.

Dates	Number of Participants (unique individuals)
November 7-21, 2025	148

Potential Improvements for the Ira Hoffman Lane and Success Drive Intersection:

Option 1: Reduced-Conflict Intersection (RCI)
A Reduced-Conflict Intersection (RCI) is proposed for this intersection to increase safety and efficiency.

The shared-use path from the Rixeyville Road intersection is continued through this intersection, and two high-visibility crosswalks have been added. The Ira Hoffman Lane crossing is signalized by a HAWK beacon to increase pedestrian and bicyclist safety. 

Option 2: Focus on Walkers and Bikers
The shared-use path from the Rixeyville Road intersection is continued through this intersection, and two high-visibility crosswalks have been added. The Ira Hoffman Lane crossing is signalized by a HAWK beacon to increase pedestrian and bicyclist safety.

Please rate the proposed improvements at the intersection of Success Drive and Ira Hoffman Lane. Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5. (1 = Strongly oppose; 5 = Strongly support)

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Reduced-Conflict Intersection + Multimodal Improvements	21%	4%	10%	27%	38%
Only Multimodal Improvements (Shared-use Path /Crosswalk/HAWK Beacon)	18%	13%	27%	20%	22%
Do Nothing (No Change from Existing Conditions)	44%	10%	20%	8%	18%

Potential Improvements for the Ira Hoffman Lane and North Ridge Boulevard Intersection:
 
Option 1: Roundabout
A roundabout is proposed to improve safety and reduce traffic delays.
 
The concept continues the shared-use path from Success Drive and adds high-visibility crosswalks to help people safely cross Ira Hoffman Lane and North Ridge Boulevard.
 
The roundabout design works with the Reduced-Conflict Intersection (RCI) at Success Drive and Belle Avenue, enabling drivers from these locations to turn around safely.
 
Option 2: Reduced-Conflict Intersection (RCI)
An RCI is an alternative that improves traffic flow and safety by changing how side street traffic moves.
 
The concept continues the shared-use path from Success Drive with two high-visibility crosswalks. The existing crossing of Ira Hoffman Lane has been redesigned to cross diagonally with a HAWK beacon (a signal that stops traffic only when activated by a pedestrian) to make crossings safer.
 
Option 3: Focus on Walkers and Bikers
This alternative focuses only on improving safety for people walking and biking, without addressing vehicle delays or intersection safety.
 
The design includes continuing the shared-use path from Success Drive and a high-visibility crosswalk on the northern leg of North Ridge Boulevard.
 
Please rate the proposed improvements at the intersection of North Ridge Boulevard and Ira Hoffman Lane. Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5. (1 = Strongly oppose; 5 = Strongly support)

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Roundabout + Multimodal Improvements	25%	6%	9%	14%	46%
Reduced-Conflict Intersection + Multimodal Improvements	30%	7%	18%	22%	24%
Only Multimodal Improvements (Shared-use path/Crosswalk)	29%	11%	35%	17%	9%
Do Nothing (No Change from Existing Conditions)	56%	8%	17%	6%	12%

Potential Improvements for the Ira Hoffman Lane and The Arbors Access Intersection:
 
Option 1: Reduced-Conflict Intersection (RCI)
An RCI is proposed to improve safety and efficiency at the intersection.
 
The shared-use path from North Ridge Boulevard is continued through this intersection to accommodate both pedestrians and bicyclists. A high-visibility crosswalk is included in the design to facilitate crossing the Arbors access.
 
Please rate the proposed improvement at the intersection of The Arbors Entrance and Ira Hoffman Lane. Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5. (1 = Strongly oppose; 5 = Strongly support)

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Reduced-Conflict Intersection + Multimodal Improvements	25%	8%	21%	21%	26%
Do Nothing (No Change from Existing Conditions)	28%	8%	26%	13%	25%

Potential Improvements for the Ira Hoffman Lane and Belle Avenue Intersection:
 
Option 1: Reduced-Conflict Intersection (RCI)
An RCI is proposed at Belle Avenue to improve safety and efficiency.
 
The design includes a shared-use path and high-visibility crosswalks on Belle Avenue and Ira Hoffman Lane. A HAWK beacon is included to signalize the crossing of Ira Hoffman Lane for additional safety.
 
Option 2: Hybrid Roundabout
A hybrid roundabout is considered for this intersection to improve safety and efficiency.
 
This design incorporates a shared-use path and two high-visibility crosswalks on Ira Hoffman Lane and the north leg of Belle Avenue.
 
Option 3: Focus on Walkers and Bikers
This alternative improves conditions for pedestrians and bicyclists alone.
 
Pedestrians and bicyclists are accommodated by continuing the shared-use path from the Arbors Access and high-visibility crosswalk on the north leg of Belle Avenue.
 
Please rate the proposed improvements at the intersection of Belle Avenue and Ira Hoffman Lane. Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5. (1 = Strongly oppose; 5 = Strongly support)

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Reduced-Conflict Intersection + Multimodal Improvements	33%	13%	13%	23%	17%
Hybrid Roundabout + Multimodal Improvements	22%	8%	6%	16%	49%
Only Multimodal Improvements (Shared-use path/Crosswalk)	26%	14%	34%	14%	11%
Do Nothing (No Change from Existing Conditions)	52%	15%	12%	7%	13%

Potential Improvements for the Ira Hoffman Lane and Rocky Knoll/Burgandine Avenue Intersection:
 
Option 1: Hybrid Roundabout
A hybrid roundabout is a potential alternative for this intersection, which can accommodate the higher volumes of traffic and improve safety.
 
Improvements in this design include extending the shared-use path from Belle Avenue and installing high-visibility crosswalks at each leg of the intersection.
 
Option 2: Reduced-Conflict Intersection (RCI)
An RCI is also a potential improvement at this intersection due to its benefits relative to safety and congestion.
 
Accommodations at this intersection would include the shared-use path, a high-visibility crosswalk across Burgandine Avenue, and a high-visibility crosswalk across Ira Hoffman Lane. To enhance pedestrian safety during the crossing of Ira Hoffman Lane, a HAWK beacon is implemented. Pedestrians would activate the signal, and traffic would stop as they crossed Ira Hoffman Lane.
 
Option 3: Focus on Walkers and Bikers
The design includes a shared-use path and a high-visibility crosswalk at Burgandine Avenue. These additions to the intersection improve pedestrian and bicyclist safety.
 
Please rate the proposed improvements at the intersection of Rocky Knoll/Burgandine Avenue and Ira Hoffman Lane. Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5. (1 = Strongly oppose; 5 = Strongly support)

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Hybrid Roundabout + Multimodal Improvements	24%	11%	6%	17%	41%
Reduced-Conflict Intersection + Multimodal Improvements	30%	8%	15%	27%	40%
Only Multimodal Improvements (Shared-use path/Crosswalk)	30%	10%	31%	19%	9%
Do Nothing (No Change from Existing Conditions)	57%	7%	16%	4%	16%

Potential Improvements for the Ira Hoffman Lane and Dominion Shopping Center Entrance 1 Intersection:
 
Option 1: Reduced-Conflict Intersection (RCI)
An RCI is a potential improvement for this intersection, aiming to enhance traffic efficiency and safety.
 
The design includes continuing the shared-use path from the Rocky Knoll/Burgandine Avenue intersection, providing pedestrians and bicyclists a safe place to travel off the roadway.
 
Please rate the proposed improvement at the intersection of the Dominion Shopping Center Entrance 1 and Ira Hoffman Lane. Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5. (1 = Strongly oppose; 5 = Strongly support)

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Reduced-Conflict Intersection + Multimodal Improvements	23%	3%	5%	23%	46%
Do Nothing (No Change from Existing Conditions)	55%	9%	15%	4%	16%

Potential Improvements for the Ira Hoffman Lane and Dominion Shopping Center Entrance 2/Lidl Access Intersection:
 
Option 1: Right-In, Right-Out Only
By converting this intersection to a right-in, right-out only configuration, it improves intersection safety.
 
The shared-use path from the Dominion Shopping Center Entrance 1 is continued through the intersection. This shared-use path also connects to the funded shared-use path at Brandy Road.
 
Please rate the proposed improvements at the intersection of the Dominion Shopping Center Entrance 2/Lidl Access and Ira Hoffman Lane. Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5. (1 = Strongly oppose; 5 = Strongly support)

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Right-in, Right-out + Multimodal Improvements	20%	5%	13%	22%	40%
Do Nothing (No Change from Existing Conditions)	47%	11%	20%	20%	18%

Potential Improvements for Ira Hoffman Lane:

To accommodate pedestrians and bicyclists, a shared-use path is shown connecting the study intersections. This provides travel opportunities away from the roadway, increasing safety.
 
Please rate the proposed multimodal improvements along Ira Hoffman Lane. Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5. (1 = Strongly oppose; 5 = Strongly support)

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Shared-use path from Rixeyville Road to Belle Avenue (west - residential and school connections)	9%	2%	12%	20%	57%
Shared-use path from Rocky Knoll/Burgandine Avenue to Brandy Road (east - residential and commercial connections)	9%	3%	14%	18%	56%
Shared-use path from Rixeyville Road to Brandy Road (entire corridor)	10%	3%	11%	16%	60%
Do Nothing (No Change from Existing Conditions)	49%	9%	27%	1%	14%