NV-25-03: Roberts Parkway - Fairfax County

NV2503 Overview Map

Route 286 (Fairfax County Parkway) to Burke Center Parkway

Project Purpose

The purpose of this study is to analyze safety, operational, and multimodal improvements on Roberts Parkway from Route 286 (Fairfax County Parkway) to Burke Centre Parkway. This study will also evaluate potential impacts of the changes at Route 286 (Fairfax County Parkway) and Burke Centre Parkway on Roberts Parkway and recommend mitigation strategies, as applicable. The study will focus on improving roadway and pedestrian safety, preserving capacity (to keep traffic flowing smoothly), multimodal accessibility/connectivity (bicycle, pedestrian and transit), and transportation demand management (TDM) needs.

Survey

The Phase 1 survey regarding current transportation needs on Roberts Parkway from Route 286 (Fairfax County Parkway) to Burke Center Parkway was completed in June 2025. The study team will use the input obtained from the public to better focus on solutions and develop alternatives to address the identified needs.

Study Partners

  • Fairfax County
  • Northern Virginia Transportation Authority (NVTA)

Key Points of Contact

District Lead: Rahul Trivedi

Lead Consultant: Zach Harris

Schedule

Start date: March 2025

End date: August 2026

Study Documents

Dates Number of Participants (unique individuals)
June 2-16, 2025
1,245

 

The following needs have been identified for this study. Do you agree with these needs?
Safety 79%
Capacity preservation (keep traffic flowing smoothly) 76%
Pedestrian safety 62%
Pedestrian access 44%
Transportation demand management (TDM) 42%
Bicycle access 42%
Transit access 25%

 

Rank the following needs in order of importance to you along the study area.
Reducing traffic congestion 83%
Corridor safety / Intersection safety 78%
Speeding / aggressive driving 77%
Pedestrian safety and accessibility 76%
Proper pavement marking and signage 69%
Bicycle safety and accessibility 67%
Transportation demand management (TDM) 64%
Public transit access and service 62%

 

Which of the following safety issues concern you?
Speeding / aggressive driving 65%
Running red lights 50%
Lack of sidewalks / missing sidewalks 40%
Insufficient / missing crosswalks and pedestrian signal timing 38%
Inadequate lighting 35%
Sudden stopping / rear-end crashes 33%
Side-impact / angle crashes 33%
Inadequate pavement marking and signage 29%
Difficulty weaving / merging 24%
Inadequate bicycle facilities  18%
Lack of ADA ramps and accessibility  7%
Inadequate transit / bus stops 7%
Closely spaced driveways 5%
Other 3%

 

What mobility issues do you typically experience when using the study area?
Difficulty making left turns 49%
Poor signal coordination 43%
Difficulty when walking 27%
Lack of turn lanes 23%
Difficulty when riding a bicycle 22%
Vehicles blocking entrances 16%
Other 8%
Difficulty accessing businesses 7%

 

What mode(s) of travel do you use when traveling along the study area?
Personal vehicle 99%
Walking 25%
Cycling 15%
Taxi / Uber / Lyft 6%
Carpool / Vanpool 2%
Metro bus, local bus, or commuter bus 2%
Truck or commercial vehicle 1%
Other 0%

 

Last updated: June 25, 2025

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