RI-25-03: U.S Route 58 - Town of Clarksville

RI2503 Overview Map

Intersection of U.S. Route 58 and U.S. Route 15 (Clarksville Bypass)

Project Purpose

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.

Survey

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.

 

Study Partners

  • Town of Clarksville
  • Southside Planning District Commission

Key Points of Contact

District Lead: Liz McAdory

Lead Consultant: Sachin Katkar 

Schedule

Start date: March 2025

End date: August 2026

Study Documents

Dates Number of Participants (unique individuals)
May 12-31, 2025
1,239

 

The following needs have been identified for this study. Do you agree with these needs?
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.
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?
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?
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?
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

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