Intersection of U.S. Route 58 and U.S. Route 15 (Clarksville Bypass)
The purpose of this study is to evaluate cost-effective alternatives that address the identified VTrans needs (safety, corridor preservation, and access) at the intersection of U.S. Route 58 and U.S. Route 15 (Clarksville Bypass). The study location has been identified in VTrans as a Distressed area.
The Phase 1 survey regarding current transportation needs at the intersection of U.S. Route 58 and Route 15 (Clarksville Bypass) was completed in May 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.
District Lead: Liz McAdory
Lead Consultant: Sachin Katkar
Start date: March 2025
End date: August 2026
Dates | Number of Participants (unique individuals) |
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May 12-31, 2025
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1,239 |
The following needs have been identified for this study. Do you agree with these needs? | |
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Safety | 97% |
Capacity preservation (keep traffic flowing smoothly) | 73% |
Industrial and Economic Development Area (IEDA) | 34% |
Transportation demand management (TDM) | 34% |
Rank the following needs in order of importance to you along the study area. | |
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Corridor safety / intersection safety | 88% |
Reducing traffic congestion | 77% |
Proper pavement marking and signage | 69% |
Speeding / aggressive driving | 68% |
Pedestrian safety and accessibility | 54% |
Public transit access and service | 53% |
Bicycle safety and accessibility | 50% |
Which of the following safety issues concern you? | |
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Side-impact crashes | 64% |
Speeding / aggressive driving | 55% |
Sudden stopping / rear-end crashes | 44% |
Inadequate pavement marking and signage | 42% |
Inadequate lighting | 31% |
Difficulty weaving / merging | 30% |
Running red lights | 13% |
Other | 11% |
Lack of sidewalks / missing sidewalks | 10% |
Insufficient / missing crosswalks and pedestrian signal timing | 10% |
Inadequate bicycle facilities | 7% |
Lack of ADA ramps and accessibility | 4% |
Closely spaced driveways | 3% |
Inadequate transit / bus stops | 2% |
What mobility issues do you typically experience when using the study area? | |
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Difficulty making left turns | 26% |
Poor signal coordination | 50% |
Lack of turn lanes | 37% |
Other | 20% |
Difficulty accessing businesses | 13% |
Vehicles blocking entrances | 27% |
Difficulty when riding a bicycle | 7% |
Difficulty when walking | 10% |
What mode(s) of travel do you use when traveling along the study area? | |
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Personal vehicle | 99% |
Truck or commercial vehicle | 8% |
Cycling | 3% |
Walking | 3% |
Other | 2% |
Carpool / Vanpool | 1% |
Metro bus, local bus, or commuter bus | 0% |
Taxi / Uber / Lyft | 0% |
Last updated: June 16, 2025