ST02: Route 11 (Valley Avenue)

Project Purpose

The focus of this study is to assess historical crashes on Route 11 (Valley Avenue) and identify ways to improve safety. Weems Lane/Cedar Creek Grade is Potential for Safety Improvement (PSI) Intersection #18 and Middle Road is PSI Intersection #24. The segment between Bellview Avenue to the railroad crossing is PSI Segment #13. Access management is expected to play a key role in the solutions. Multimodal accessibility will be evaluated (very high needs for bicycle, pedestrian, and transit access) and solutions recommended where appropriate to improve upon existing conditions.

Survey

The survey regarding potential transportation safety improvements on Valley Avenue between Middle Road and Bellview Avenue is complete.  The survey was provided in English and Spanish.

Study Partners

• City of Winchester
• Winchester/Frederick County Metropolitan Planning Organization

Key Points of Contact

District Lead: Brad Reed

Lead Consultant: Nathan Umberger

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