NV02: Route 7

Route 123 (Chain Bridge Road) to I-495 (Capital Beltway)

Project Purpose

The study focus is to assess operations and safety data in the study area and identify improvements that can be implemented in conjunction with the Route 7 widening proposed for bus rapid transit (BRT) from International Drive to I-495, with focus on the Route 7 transition section at International Drive. Targeted Route 7 improvements north of International Drive may be considered. The study will develop a cost-effective preliminary design concept that will accommodate the BRT alignment, as well as congestion, safety, and bicycle/pedestrian improvements, and a validated estimate to support a funding application. The BRT alignment segment along International Drive will not be part of this effort.

Survey

The survey regarding potential transportation safety, operations and bicycle/pedestrian improvements along Route 7 (Leesburg Pike) between Route 123 (Chain Bridge Road) and I-495 (the Capital Beltway) is complete.

Study Partners

Fairfax County Department of Transportation

Key Points of Contact

District Lead: Rahul Trivedi

Lead Consultant: Eric Mongelli

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