Dates	Number of Participants (unique individuals)
May 7-21, 2025	599

 

The following needs have been identified for this study. Do you agree with these needs?
Safety	85%
Pedestrian safety	79%
Pedestrian access	64%
Bicycle access	60%
Transportation demand management (TDM)	48%
Transit access	41%
Transit access for Equity Emphasis Areas	28%

 

Rank the following needs in order of importance to you along the study area.
Reducing traffic congestion	92%
Pedestrian safety and accessibility	81%
Corridor safety / intersection safety	81%
Proper pavement marking and signage	79%
Speeding / aggressive driving	78%
Bicycle safety and accessibility	74%
Public transit access and service	71%

 

Which of the following safety issues concern you?
Speeding / aggressive driving	65%
Insufficient / missing crosswalks and pedestrian signal timing	53%
Lack of sidewalks / missing sidewalks	39%
Sudden stopping / rear-end crashes	38%
Inadequate lighting	34%
Inadequate pavement marking and signage	33%
Running red lights	31%
Inadequate bicycle facilities	30%
Difficulty weaving / merging	25%
Side-impact crashes	17%
Lack of ADA ramps and accessibility	17%
Inadequate transit / bus stops	11%
Closely spaced driveways	8%
Other	7%

 

What mobility issues do you typically experience when using the study area?
Lack of turn lanes	50%
Difficulty making left turns	49%
Poor signal coordination	37%
Vehicles blocking entrances	34%
Difficulty when walking	28%
Difficulty when riding a bicycle	25%
Difficulty accessing businesses	18%
Other	6%

 

What mode(s) of travel do you use when traveling along the study area?
Personal vehicle	98%
Walking	45%
Cycling	24%
Taxi / Uber / Lyft	5%
Truck or commercial vehicle	3%
Carpool / Vanpool	1%
Metro bus, local bus, or commuter bus	1%
Other	1%

 

Phase 1 FR-25-01 Executive Summary - PDF, 1MB

The Phase 2 survey regarding proposed alternatives for the Fall Hill Avenue corridor between Mary Washington Boulevard and Germania Street/Washington Avenue in the City of Fredericksburg was completed in December 2025. 

Dates	Number of Participants (unique individuals)
November 12 – December 1, 2025	220

Pedestrian Alternatives

Linden Avenue and Fall Hill Avenue

The pedestrian crossing across Linden Avenue at Fall Hill Avenue is approximately 150 feet today and the shape of the intersection allows vehicles turning right from Fall Hill Avenue onto Linden Avenue to do so at high speeds. The long crossing and conflicting vehicles increase the potential for pedestrian crashes. Visibility of the existing crosswalk across Fall Hill Avenue is limited at its current location and has contributed to rear-end collisions. 

Three improvement alternatives are proposed.  All three alternatives include relocating the crosswalk across Fall Hill Avenue where it is more visible to drivers and adding flashing pedestrian signs to alert drivers. Additional details about the three alternatives follow.

1. Linden Avenue: Narrow the Intersection

The proposed improvement will improve pedestrian safety by installing: 

• An extended sidewalk, narrowing the intersection
• A relocated crosswalk across Fall Hill Avenue with flashing pedestrian signs 

This improvement is projected to reduce vehicle speeds by tightening the curve. It would also reduce the potential for pedestrian crashes by shortening the crossing distance and increasing the visibility of the crosswalk to motorists.   

Please rate the improvement to narrow the intersection at Linden Avenue and Fall Hill Avenue. (202 responses)

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5.	14%	15%	16%	33%	22%

 

2. Linden Avenue: Pedestrian Refuge Island

The proposed improvement will improve pedestrian and vehicular safety by installing: 

• An island reducing the pedestrian crossing distance and prohibiting left turns to and from Fall Hill Avenue
• A relocated crosswalk across Fall Hill Avenue with flashing pedestrian signs 

This improvement is projected to reduce vehicle speeds by tightening the curve. It would also reduce the potential for pedestrian crashes by shortening the crossing distance and increasing the visibility of the crosswalk to motorists. It is projected to reduce the potential for angle collisions by eliminating left turns. Vehicles turning left will make the desired movements at the adjacent intersections to the east or west. 

Please rate the improvement to add a pedestrian refuge island at Linden Avenue and Fall Hill Avenue. (206 responses) 

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5.	19%	13%	13%	22%	33%

 

3. Linden Avenue: Close the Intersection

The proposed improvement will improve pedestrian and vehicular safety by installing: 

• A curb, sidewalk, and grass area that will close the intersection of Linden Avenue with Fall Hill Avenue
• A relocated crosswalk across Fall Hill Avenue with flashing pedestrian signs 

This improvement is projected to reduce the potential for pedestrian crashes by providing a continuous sidewalk and increasing the visibility of the crosswalk to motorists. It is also projected to reduce the potential for angle and rear-end collisions by eliminating turns to and from Linden Avenue. Vehicles entering and exiting Linden Avenue will make the desired movements at the adjacent intersections to the east or west. 

Please rate the improvement to close the intersection of Linden Avenue and Fall Hill Avenue. (203 responses) 

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5.	48%	18%	10%	11%	13%

 

4. Linden Avenue: Do Nothing

The do-nothing alternative assumes that no new improvements would take place and that existing infrastructure would remain in its current condition. 

Please rate the alternative to do nothing at the intersection of Linden Avenue and Fall Hill Avenue. (199 responses) 

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5.	40%	19%	21%	10%	11%

 

Village Lane and Fall Hill Avenue 

The pedestrian crossing across Village Lane at Fall Hill Avenue is approximately 125 feet today and the shape of the intersection allows vehicles turning right from Fall Hill Avenue onto Village Lane to do so at high speeds.   The long crossing and conflicting vehicles increase the potential for pedestrian crashes. 

Two improvement alternatives are proposed.  Both alternatives include a new crosswalk across Fall Hill Avenue with flashing pedestrian signs to alert drivers. Additional details about the alternatives follow. 

1. Village Lane: Narrow the Intersection

The proposed improvement will improve pedestrian safety by installing: 

• Grass areas and extended sidewalks reducing the pedestrian crossing distance
• A new crosswalk across Fall Hill Avenue with flashing pedestrian signs 

This improvement is projected to reduce vehicle speeds by tightening the curve. It would also reduce the potential for pedestrian crashes by shortening the crossing distance and providing a new crosswalk across Fall Hill Avenue.   

Please rate the improvement to narrow the intersection at Village Lane and Fall Hill Avenue. (172 responses) 

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5.	13%	11%	13%	33%	30%

 

2. Village Lane: Pedestrian Refuge Island

The proposed improvement will improve pedestrian and vehicular safety by installing: 

• An island reducing the pedestrian crossing distance and prohibiting left turns to and from Fall Hill Avenue
• A new crosswalk across Fall Hill Avenue with flashing pedestrian signs 

This improvement is projected to reduce vehicle speeds by tightening the curve. It would also reduce the potential for pedestrian crashes by shortening the crossing distance and providing a new crosswalk across Fall Hill Avenue. It is projected to reduce the potential for angle collisions by eliminating left turns. Vehicles turning left will make the desired movements at the adjacent intersections to the east or west. 

Please rate the improvement to add a pedestrian refuge island at Village Lane and Fall Hill Avenue. (173 responses) 

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5.	17%	18%	12%	28%	25%

 

3. Village Lane: Do Nothing

The do-nothing alternative assumes that no new improvements would take place and that existing infrastructure would remain in its current condition. 

Please rate the alternative to do nothing at the intersection of Village Lane and Fall Hill Avenue. (173 responses) 

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5.	36%	19%	23%	10%	11%

 

Hanson Avenue and Fall Hill Avenue

Today a crosswalk is provided across the west leg of Fall Hill Avenue at Hanson Avenue.  The pedestrians using this crosswalk come into conflict with the high number of vehicles turning right from Hanson Avenue onto Fall Hill Avenue.

1. Hanson Avenue: Pedestrian Improvements

The proposed improvement will improve pedestrian safety by installing: 

• A new crosswalk on the east leg of Fall Hill Avenue 
• Pedestrian refuge islands 
• Flashing pedestrian signs 

This improvement is projected to reduce the potential for pedestrian crashes by adding a crossing with fewer vehicle conflicts, providing a refuge such that pedestrians can wait for a single direction of traffic to clear, and increasing drivers’ awareness of pedestrians. 

Please rate the pedestrian improvements at Hanson Avenue and Fall Hill Avenue. (172 responses) 

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5.	16%	6%	14%	32%	31%

 

2. Hanson Avenue: Do Nothing

The do-nothing alternative assumes that no new improvements would take place and that existing infrastructure would remain in its current condition. 

Please rate the alternative to do nothing at the intersection of Hanson Avenue and Fall Hill Avenue. (169 responses) 

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5.	31%	20%	27%	11%	11%

 

Intersection Alternatives

Mary Washington Boulevard and Fall Hill Avenue 

Currently, the intersection of Mary Washington Boulevard and Fall Hill Avenue has recurring congestion in the AM and PM peak periods that causes long back-ups headed westbound. Additionally, the crash history indicates that there is confusion as drivers navigate through the roundabout. 

Three improvement alternatives are proposed.  Additional details about the three alternatives follow. 

1. Mary Washington Boulevard: Westbound Left-Turn Pocket

The proposed improvement will reduce crashes by installing: 

• A left-turn pocket on the westbound approach of the roundabout 
• A concrete barrier between the two westbound lanes of the roundabout 

This improvement will reduce sideswipe and angle crashes by separating the two westbound lanes. Back-ups will be reduced by adding a space for westbound vehicles turning left to wait before entering the roundabout. Westbound through traffic would be allowed to travel through the intersection without stopping. 

Please rate the improvement to add a westbound left-turn pocket at the intersection of Mary Washington Boulevard and Fall Hill Avenue. (157 responses) 

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5.	18%	11%	10%	27%	33%

 

2. Mary Washington Boulevard: Westbound Bypass Lane

The proposed improvement will reduce crashes by installing: 

• A raised concrete barrier (constructed such that emergency vehicles can travel over it) between the two westbound lanes restricting left turns from Fall Hill Avenue onto Mary Washington Boulevard 
• A location for U-turns west of the intersection 

This improvement will reduce sideswipe and angle crashes by separating the two westbound lanes and will eliminate back-ups in the westbound direction. 

Please rate the improvement to add a westbound bypass lane at the intersection of Mary Washington Boulevard and Fall Hill Avenue. (158 responses) 

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5.	41%	20%	10%	14%	15%

 

3. Mary Washington Boulevard: Continuous Green-T

The proposed improvement will reduce crashes by installing: 

• A signalized Continuous Green-T intersection which will allow westbound Fall Hill Avenue traffic to continue through the intersection without stopping 
• A receiving lane for vehicles turning left from Mary Washington Boulevard onto Fall Hill Avenue 

This improvement will reduce sideswipe crashes and will reduce back-ups in the westbound direction. Visit VDOT’s innovative intersection website to learn more about Continuous Green-T intersections. 

Please rate the improvement to convert the intersection of Mary Washington Boulevard and Fall Hill Avenue to a Continuous Green-T. (159 responses) 

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5.	57%	16%	4%	10%	13%

 

4. Mary Washington Boulevard: Do Nothing

The do-nothing alternative assumes that no new improvements would take place and that existing infrastructure would remain in its current condition.  

Please rate the alternative to do nothing at the intersection of Mary Washington Boulevard and Fall Hill Avenue. (158 responses) 

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5.	29%	14%	21%	17%	19%

 

Riverside Drive and Fall Hill Avenue 

The crash history indicates that of the 10 crashes that occurred during the study period, nine were related to vehicles making left turns. Crossing Fall Hill Avenue as a pedestrian is also challenging due to heavy traffic volumes and limited visibility.  

1. Riverside Drive: Left-Turn Restrictions

The proposed improvement will reduce crashes and improve pedestrian safety by installing: 

• A concrete island preventing left turns to and from Riverside Drive 
• Flashing pedestrian signs at the crosswalk crossing Fall Hill Avenue and to the west of the crosswalk alerting motorists to pedestrians 

This improvement will reduce angle and rear-end collisions by restricting left turns and reducing the potential for pedestrian collisions by providing a refuge. Vehicles turning left will make the desired movements at the Route 1 intersection. 

Please rate the improvement to restrict left turns at the intersection of Riverside Drive and Fall Hill Avenue. (158 responses) 

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5.	23%	11%	10%	27%	28%

 

2. Riverside Drive: Do Nothing

The do-nothing alternative assumes that no new improvements would take place and that existing infrastructure would remain in its current condition.  

Please rate the alternative to do nothing at the intersection of Riverside Drive and Fall Hill Avenue. (158 responses) 

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5.	32%	13%	27%	16%	13%

 

Wallace Street and Fall Hill Avenue 

The crash history indicates that of the 28 crashes that occurred during the study period, 24 were angle crashes involving turning vehicles and 21 of the 24 angle crashes involved vehicles exiting the Fredericksburg Shopping Center. 

1. Wallace Street: Turn Lane and Access Management

The proposed improvement will reduce crashes by installing: 

• A left-turn lane into the western entrance of the Fredericksburg Shopping Center 
• Signs and pavement markings indicating that the western entrance of the Fredericksburg Shopping Center is for entry only 
• A concrete island preventing left turns to and from Wallace Street 
• Curb and sidewalk closing the two entrances into the shopping center on the north side of Fall Hill Avenue 
• An extended curb, signs, and pavement markings prohibiting entry to and left turns exiting the Fredericksburg Shopping Center at the eastern entrance 

These improvements will reduce the number of locations where vehicle travel paths intersect, reducing the potential for angle and rear-end crashes. Vehicles turning left will make the desired movements at the intersections to the east or west. Additional information about the Route 1 and Fall Hill Avenue Intersection Improvements can be found here.  

Please rate the improvement to add a left-turn lane and make access changes at the intersection of Wallace Street and Fall Hill Avenue. (151 responses) 

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5.	13%	14%	16%	28%	29%

 

2. Wallace Street: Do Nothing

The do-nothing alternative assumes that no new improvements would take place and that existing infrastructure would remain in its current condition.  

Please rate the alternative to do nothing at the intersection of Wallace Street and Fall Hill Avenue. (151 responses) 

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5.	26%	17%	36%	11%	9%

 

Bridgewater Street and Fall Hill Avenue 

The crash history at the intersection of Fall Hill Avenue and Bridgewater Street indicates that turning left to and from Bridgewater Street is challenging. The Route 1 project currently under construction will prohibit left turns from Fall Hill Avenue onto Bridgewater Street.  

1. Bridgewater Street: Left-Turn Restrictions

The proposed improvement will reduce crashes by installing: 

• A concrete island preventing left turns from Bridgewater Street onto Fall Hill Avenue 

This improvement will reduce angle and rear-end collisions by restricting left turns. Vehicles turning left will make the desired movements at the Germania Street/Washington Avenue intersection. Additional information about the Route 1 and Fall Hill Avenue Intersection Improvements can be found here.  

Please rate the improvement to restrict left turns at the intersection of Bridgewater Street and Fall Hill Avenue. (147 responses) 

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5.	8%	7%	23%	30%	31%

 

2. Bridgewater Street: Do Nothing

The do-nothing alternative assumes that no new improvements would take place and that existing infrastructure would remain in its current condition.  

Please rate the alternative to do nothing at the intersection of Bridgewater Street and Fall Hill Avenue. (148 responses) 

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5.	25%	14%	43%	8%	9%

 

Germania Street/Washington Avenue and Fall Hill Avenue 

The crash history and field observations at the intersection of Fall Hill Avenue and Germania Street/Washington Avenue indicate that there is confusion about who has the right-of-way at the intersection and that drivers disregard the stop signs. The Route 1 project currently under construction will prohibit left turns from Fall Hill Avenue onto Progress Street. 

Two alternatives are proposed, one maintains a left-turn lane east of the intersection and the other includes on-street parking east of the intersection. 

1. Germania Street/Washington Avenue: Left-Turn Lane Remains east of Germania Street

The proposed improvement will reduce crashes by installing: 

• Modified lane markings for a single westbound lane on Fall Hill Avenue for left turns, through traffic, and right turns 
• Modified lane markings for a shared through/left-turn lane and separate right-turn lane on the eastbound approach 
• A raised concrete median preventing left turns to Fall Hill Avenue at Progress Street 
• Markings that maintain the left-turn lane east of Germania Street 

This improvement will reduce angle and rear-end collisions by prohibiting left turns at Progress Street and reducing driver confusion. Vehicles turning left will make the desired movements at the Germania Street/Washington Avenue intersection. Additional information about the Route 1 and Fall Hill Avenue Intersection Improvements can be found here. 

Please rate the improvement to modify the intersection of Germania Street/Washington Avenue and Fall Hill Avenue. (143 responses) 

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5.	13%	13%	31%	24%	18%

 

2. Germania Street/Washington Avenue: On-street Parking

The proposed improvement will reduce crashes by installing: 

• A single westbound lane on Fall Hill Avenue for left turns, through traffic, and right turns 
• Modified lane markings for a shared through/left-turn lane and separate right-turn lane on the eastbound approach 
• A raised concrete median preventing left turns from Fall Hill Avenue at Progress Street   
• On-street parking east of Germania Street 

This improvement will reduce angle and rear-end collisions by prohibiting left turns at Progress Street and reducing driver confusion. Vehicles turning left will make the desired movements at the Germania Street/Washington Avenue intersection. Additional information about the Route 1 and Fall Hill Avenue Intersection Improvements can be found here.  

Please rate the improvement to modify the intersection of Germania Street/Washington Avenue and Fall Hill Avenue and add on-street parking. (142 responses) 

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5.	19%	9%	37%	24%	11%

 

3. Germania Street/Washington Avenue: Do Nothing

The do-nothing alternative assumes that no new improvements would take place and that existing infrastructure would remain in its current condition.  

Please rate the alternative to do nothing at the intersection of Germania Street/Washington Avenue and Fall Hill Avenue. (140 responses) 

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Rate the concept on a scale of 1 to 5.	21%	10%	46%	14%	10%