LY05: Route 221 (Oakley Avenue)

Intersection of Route 221 (Oakley Avenue) and Route 163 (Memorial Avenue)

Project Purpose

The purpose of the study is to address the vehicular and pedestrian safety concerns, congestion mitigation, and capacity preservation at the Oakley Avenue and Memorial Avenue intersection. The study intersection is identified as VTrans Priority 1 Node; and the project aims to identify medium- and long-term solutions for vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians.

Survey

The survey regarding potential transportation safety, congestion, and bicycle/pedestrian improvements at the intersection of Oakley Avenue and Memorial Avenue is complete.

Study Partners

• City of Lynchburg
• Central Virginia Transportation Planning Organization

Key Points of Contact

District Lead: Rick Youngblood

Lead Consultant: Stuart Samberg 

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