CU05: Route 15/29

Dumfries Road to Comfort Inn Drive

Project Purpose

The purpose of this study will be to analyze the operational and safety issues identified along Route 15/29 (Lee Highway) between Dumfries Road and Comfort Inn Drive. The segment between Cedar Run Drive and Dumfries Road has been identified as a Potential for Safety Improvement. Significant congestion has been observed at the intersection of Route 15/29 and Dumfries Road on Route 15/29 with back-ups impacting upstream intersections. The existing Park and Ride lot on Colonial Road is also undergoing expansion. There are no existing bicycle/pedestrian facilities that connect nearby neighborhoods which may otherwise reduce vehicular trips.

The goal of the study will be to identify innovative cost-effective solutions that will improve the safety and operations of the Route 15/29 network between Comfort Inn Drive and Dumfries Road. The study team will also evaluate options to connect the Park and Ride lot to nearby locations, as well as opportunities to connect to the trail alignments on the east side of Route 15/29. The study team will ensure that improvements are consistent with the County's comprehensive plans and contextually sensitive.

Survey

The survey regarding potential transportation safety and operations improvements along Route 15/29 (Lee Highway) between Dumfries Road and Comfort Inn Drive is complete.

Study Partners

• Fauquier County
• Rappahannock-Rapidan Regional Commission

Key Points of Contact

District Lead: Kobina Gaituah 

Lead Consultant: Daniel Scolese 

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