Dates	Number of Participants (unique individuals)
May 19-June 2, 2025	536

 

The following needs have been identified for this study. Do you agree with these needs?
Congestion mitigation	78%
Safety (Vehicular safety, pedestrian safety, and cyclist safety)	74%
Transportation demand management (TDM)	60%
Pedestrian access	48%
Transit access	41%
Bicycle access	36%

 

Rank the following needs in order of importance to you along the study area.
Reducing traffic congestion	90%
Speeding / aggressive driving	82%
Proper pavement marking and signage	82%
Corridor safety / intersection safety	81%
Pedestrian safety and accessibility	78%
Public transit access and service	77%
Bicycle safety and accessibility	73%

 

Which of the following safety issues concern you?
Speeding / aggressive driving	62%
Sudden stopping / rear-end crashes	51%
Difficulty weaving / merging	47%
Lack of sidewalks / missing sidewalks	45%
Insufficient / missing crosswalks and pedestrian signal timing	44%
Running red lights	43%
Inadequate pavement marking and signage	38%
Inadequate lighting	36%
Side-impact crashes	25%
Inadequate transit / bus stops	23%
Inadequate bicycle facilities	22%
Lack of ADA ramps and accessibility	18%
Closely spaced driveways	15%
Other	6%

 

What mobility issues do you typically experience when using the study area?
Difficulty making left turns	57%
Poor signal coordination	54%
Lack of turn lanes	47%
Vehicles blocking entrances	34%
Difficulty accessing businesses	27%
Difficulty when riding a bicycle	20%
Difficulty when walking	18%
Other	4%

 

What mode(s) of travel do you use when traveling along the study area?
Personal vehicle	96%
Cycling	10%
Walking	9%
Truck or commercial vehicle	8%
Taxi / Uber / Lyft	6%
Metro bus, local bus, or commuter bus	5%
Carpool / Vanpool	3%
Other	1%

 

SA-25-04 Phase 1 Executive Summary - PDF, 1.1MB

The Phase 2 survey regarding proposed alternatives for the Melrose Avenue/Orange Avenue (Route 460) corridor between Lafayette Boulevard and Gainsboro Road/Burrell Street in the City of Roanoke was completed in December 2025.

Dates	Number of Participants (unique individuals)
December 8-22, 2025	124

 

Melrose Avenue at Salem Turnpike

Signalized pedestrian crosswalks are proposed across the south and east legs of the intersection to improve pedestrian safety.

The protected-permissive phasing (green arrow and green ball) for left turns along eastbound Melrose Avenue is proposed to be modified to flashing yellow arrow left-turn phasing to improve safety by clarifying when drivers are to yield to oncoming traffic and when they have the right of way.

Right turns from westbound Melrose Avenue to Salem Turnpike would be prohibited to shorten the pedestrian crossing distance. Traffic counts obtained during the study revealed that very few vehicles make the westbound right turn, so there will be no negative impact to traffic operations.

Rate the improvements on a scale of 1 to 5. (123 responses)

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Construct signalized pedestrian crossings across Salem Turnpike and Melrose Avenue	7%	6%	16%	15%	56%
Install flashing yellow arrow left-turn phasing for eastbound Melrose Avenue	8%	2%	18%	20%	52%
Prohibit right turns from westbound Melrose Avenue to Salem Turnpike	16%	7%	24%	18%	36%

 

Orange Avenue from 20th Street to 10th Street - Road Reconfiguration

The segment of Orange Avenue from 20th Street to 10th Street is proposed to be reconfigured to three lanes including a center two-way left-turn lane and one travel lane in each direction. Dedicated left-turn lanes are proposed at each intersection. The City has received public feedback requesting a center turn lane to improve traffic flow and safety along Orange Avenue. Traffic volumes support the road reconfiguration.

"Do Not Block Intersection" signs and markings are proposed for the Orange Avenue at 11th Street intersection to improve safety and keep the intersection clear of vehicles to allow for a more free flow of traffic.

Rate the improvements on a scale of 1 to 5. (91 responses)

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Convert Orange Avenue to three lanes with a center left-turn lane	19%	4%	7%	24%	46%
Add "Do Not Block Intersection" signs and markings for Orange Avenue at 11th Street	8%	1%	7%	17%	68%

 

Orange Avenue from 10th Street to 3 1/2 Street - Road Reconfiguration

The segment of Orange Avenue from 10th Street to 3 1/2 Street is proposed to be converted to maintain two westbound lanes, provide one eastbound lane, and provide a center two-way left-turn lane. Dedicated left-turn lanes would be provided along Orange Avenue at each intersection. The City has received public feedback requesting a center turn lane to improve traffic flow and safety along Orange Avenue, especially at 5th Street. Traffic volumes support the road reconfiguration.

The speed limit along Orange Avenue in this segment would also be reduced from 35 mph to 30 mph to support safety related to increased pedestrian activity around Washington Park, the Greenway, and Lucy Addison Middle School.

Rate the improvements on a scale of 1 to 5. (84 responses)

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Convert Orange Avenue to two westbound lanes, one eastbound lane, and a center two-way left-turn lane	15%	10%	14%	21%	39%
Reduce the speed limit from 35 mph to 30 mph	18%	5%	11%	25%	42%

 

Orange Avenue at 5th Street

Upgrading the existing crosswalk and pedestrian signals across Orange Avenue and providing a pedestrian refuge island are proposed across the east leg of the intersection to improve safety for pedestrians crossing Orange Avenue at the intersection.

Rate the improvements on a scale of 1 to 5. (82 responses)

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Upgrade pedestrian crosswalk and signalization and provide a pedestrian refuge island	7%	4%	6%	13%	70%

 

Orange Avenue at 3 1/2 Street

A crosswalk with Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons, pedestrian push buttons, and a pedestrian refuge island are proposed across the east leg of the intersection. The flashing lights will provide warning for vehicles of pedestrians crossing in order to provide a safe pedestrian crossing of Orange Avenue.

Rate the improvements on a scale of 1 to 5. (80 responses)

	1. Strongly oppose	2. Somewhat oppose	3. Neutral	4. Somewhat support	5. Strongly support
Install crosswalk with flashing lights and a pedestrian refuge island	9%	1%	6%	12%	71%