SA02: Route 419 (Electric Road)

Project Purpose

The study objectives are to address safety, capacity preservation, and pedestrian, bicycle, and transit access concerns along the Route 419 (Electric Road) corridor. One node and two segments were identified as VTrans Priority 1 needs along the study corridor, with 10 additional segments identified as Priority 2 needs. Goals are to identify safety and operational improvements to improve safety and access for all transportation users.

Survey

The survey regarding potential capacity preservation, safety, and pedestrian and transit access improvements along Route 419 (Electric Road) between Keagy Road (Route 685) and Bower Road in Roanoke County and the City of Roanoke is complete.

Study Partners

• City of Roanoke
• Roanoke County

Key Points of Contact

District Lead: Michael Gray

Lead Consultant: Dana Trone

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