Friday, July 20, 2018
Faces of Fairfax: Delia Johnson
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| Delia Johnson |
Meet Delia Johnson, a rider from Burke, who kindly spent a few minutes with FABB to talk about bicycling on Bike to Work Day 2018. Delia rides her bike regularly to get around the county. She commutes to her job at George Mason University and uses her bike for trips to the store and her local library. For her, the exercise is great but she also appreciates saving money that might otherwise be spent on gas and parking. In response to our question about what she most likes about riding, Delia told us that she likes the exercise and health benefits along with the feeling that she is doing her part for the environment and congestion by taking one car off the road. She would love to see a bike lane on Braddock Road to make is easier and safer to ride around Burke.
FABB has been supportive of the efforts of Braddock District Supervisor John Cook and members of the Burke community to develop pedestrian and bicycle improvements for the Braddock Road corridor between Guinea Road and I-495. As briefly discussed at a public meeting on proposed pedestrian bridges last month, the plan now includes a shared use path on both sides of Braddock Road. Not a bike lane, but a clear improvement in a heavily trafficked area.
Labels: braddock road, Braddock Road multimodal study, burke, Faces of Fairfax, supervisor cook
Thursday, June 22, 2017
Braddock Road Study Community Meeting, June 26
Burke area FABB members and supporters are encouraged to attend a community meeting on Fairfax County Department of Transportation’s Braddock Road Multimodal Study next Monday. The meeting will be held on June 26 at 6:30 p.m. at the Lake Braddock Secondary School, 9200 Burke Lake Road. The first hour will be an open house with FCDOT staff available for questions. At 7:30 p.m., there will be a presentation on the Braddock Road Study. This is great opportunity to provide your insights on ways to make the planned multimodal paths on both sides of Braddock Road as safe and beneficial as possible.
Labels: Braddock District, braddock road, Braddock Road multimodal study, FCDOT
Monday, February 13, 2017
Public Comments Due on Mason District and Braddock District Projects
If you haven’t already added your voice in support of these proposed traffic safety, bicycling and pedestrian improvements in Annandale, please make sure to get your comments submitted by this Wednesday, February 17, 2017.
FABB members in Braddock District are encouraged to send in comments on proposed improvements for the Braddock Road corridor, which are due by next Monday, February 20, 2017 (Presidents Day).
To provide feedback, please use the comment form on the FCDOT pages for the Mason project or the Braddock Road project. You can mail comments to FCDOT Bicycle Programs, 4050 Legato Road, Suite 500, Fairfax, VA 22033. Another option is to call 703-877-5600 and leave a message.
Labels: Braddock District, braddock road, FCDOT, mason district
Monday, February 6, 2017
Braddock Road Widening Project Meeting Tonight
FCDOT will be holding a community meeting tonight, Monday, 6 February, 2017, in the cafeteria of the Lake Braddock Secondary School at 9200 Burke Lake Road at 6:30 p.m.
The meeting will begin with an open house and an opportunity to review information and talk to FCDOT staff the Braddock Road Widening Project and Multimodal Study. At 7:30, the Braddock Road Task Force will present recommendations for improvements to Braddock Road from Guinea Road to the Beltway. These will include options to connect all of the trails and to run mixed use paths down both sides of Braddock. The meeting will conclude with time for questions and answers.
The meeting will begin with an open house and an opportunity to review information and talk to FCDOT staff the Braddock Road Widening Project and Multimodal Study. At 7:30, the Braddock Road Task Force will present recommendations for improvements to Braddock Road from Guinea Road to the Beltway. These will include options to connect all of the trails and to run mixed use paths down both sides of Braddock. The meeting will conclude with time for questions and answers.
This is an important meeting for bicyclists and others interested in improved multimodal transportation options in the Burke area. Please try to attend.
Labels: braddock road, burke, FCDOT
Friday, April 22, 2016
Braddock Road Multimodal Study meeting to include bicycle alternatives
Fairfax County is investigating various options for improving the Braddock Road corridor between Guinea Road and I-495 as part of the Braddock Road Multimodal Study. One of the options is improved bicycle access. An update on the study, including bicycle and pedestrian alternatives being considered, will be held on Monday, April 25 at Lake Braddock Secondary School, 9200 Burke Lake Road, Burke, at 7 p.m. This is an important corridor that lacks safe, convenient bicycle access.
According to the study page:
Attendees will have the opportunity to review different stations that will consist of an explanation of the project’s goals and timeline, lessons learned, roadway alternatives, pedestrian/bicycle alternatives and transit center alternatives. Representatives from FCDOT will provide an update on the study and the work of the citizen committee assisting in the project beginning at 7:30 p.m.
Labels: braddock road
Thursday, April 23, 2015
Fourth Estate article on Braddock Road expansion
The most recent Braddock Task Force meeting on the attitude study was in April 1. Members from the Fairfax Advocates for Better Bicycling have attended some of the meetings to give their feedback. FABB Chairman Bruce Wright wants cyclists in the area, especially from Mason, get involved with the process.
“Braddock road is a critical connection for cyclists in the area and it’s important that whatever happens there allows cyclists to safely, conveniently get to their points of destination,” Wright said.
According to Wright, the current plan proposes for parallel side paths, but he does not think this design is safe enough for cyclists and pedestrians at Braddock’s busy intersections.
“Enforcement of right-turn-on-red and just general road laws is terrible in this county. People think it’s their given right to turn right on a red light without stopping,” Wright said. “What that means is cyclists and pedestrians trying to cross the road even with a green pedestrian signal are often in danger of motorists who are not looking and pull in at the intersection without stopping.”
Another concern FABB has is the county keeping up with maintenance of the trails. Wright said there are no dedicated funds for this maintenance.
“Braddock road is a critical connection for cyclists in the area and it’s important that whatever happens there allows cyclists to safely, conveniently get to their points of destination,” Wright said.
According to Wright, the current plan proposes for parallel side paths, but he does not think this design is safe enough for cyclists and pedestrians at Braddock’s busy intersections.
“Enforcement of right-turn-on-red and just general road laws is terrible in this county. People think it’s their given right to turn right on a red light without stopping,” Wright said. “What that means is cyclists and pedestrians trying to cross the road even with a green pedestrian signal are often in danger of motorists who are not looking and pull in at the intersection without stopping.”
Another concern FABB has is the county keeping up with maintenance of the trails. Wright said there are no dedicated funds for this maintenance.
Labels: braddock road
Monday, March 30, 2015
Braddock Road corridor survey announced
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| Braddock Road Corridor |
The corridor connects the relatively densely populated areas inside and outside the Beltway. It links the Cross County Trail on the eastern edge with George Mason University to the west.
As usual, bicycling is treated as an aside. The survey is part of the Braddock Road Multimodal Study which also has only a token mention of bicycling and seems to be "multimodal" in words only.
The main question on the survey about needed improvements in the corridor has a very limited scope:
7. What improvements do you feel are needed along the corridor? (Check all that apply)
__ No improvements are needed
__ Spot improvements at congestion points
__ One additional traffic lane per direction
__ No improvements are needed
__ Spot improvements at congestion points
__ One additional traffic lane per direction
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| Population around Braddock Corridor |
15. Do you bicycle in this area? (Check all that apply)
__ For pleasure
__ To commute
__ For shopping
__ I do not bicycle
16. Which of the following would create conditions favorable for you to bicycle in this area? (Check one)
__ Separated bike paths along Braddock Road
__ More neighborhood bicycle connections
__ More convenient access to work, shops, schools, etc
We suggest cyclists use the final question to ask for safer, more convenient bike access along the Braddock Road corridor
__ For pleasure
__ To commute
__ For shopping
__ I do not bicycle
16. Which of the following would create conditions favorable for you to bicycle in this area? (Check one)
__ Separated bike paths along Braddock Road
__ More neighborhood bicycle connections
__ More convenient access to work, shops, schools, etc
What improvements would you like to see in this corridor?
From the Braddock Road Corridor survey page:
Fairfax County Department of Transportation is looking for input from commuters using the Braddock Road corridor between Guinea Road and I-495. We would like to hear how you utilize the corridor as part of your commute and what you view are the priorities in making improvements in this area. There are two ways you can submit your information:
Take the survey online.
Download the survey and mail to Fairfax County Department of Transportation/Braddock Road Survey, 4050 Legato Road, Suite 400, Fairfax, VA 22033. Paper copies can also be picked up from the Braddock District Office, 9002 Burke Lake Road, Burke, VA 22015.
The survey is part of the Braddock Road Multimodal Study that aims to develop and evaluate a number of improvements for the corridor. The study will also look at the potential development of a transit center in the vicinity of the Kings Park Shopping Center. For more information, you can also visit the Braddock Road Task Force online or contact the Fairfax County Department of Transportation at 703-877-5600, TTY 711.
Take the survey online.
Download the survey and mail to Fairfax County Department of Transportation/Braddock Road Survey, 4050 Legato Road, Suite 400, Fairfax, VA 22033. Paper copies can also be picked up from the Braddock District Office, 9002 Burke Lake Road, Burke, VA 22015.
The survey is part of the Braddock Road Multimodal Study that aims to develop and evaluate a number of improvements for the corridor. The study will also look at the potential development of a transit center in the vicinity of the Kings Park Shopping Center. For more information, you can also visit the Braddock Road Task Force online or contact the Fairfax County Department of Transportation at 703-877-5600, TTY 711.
Labels: braddock road
Tuesday, February 18, 2014
Braddock Road widening project meeting on Wed.
Fairfax County plans to widen Braddock Road from Guinea Road to the Beltway. The Braddock Road corridor has major potential as a bike route between Annandale and other destinations east of the Beltway, and Burke, George Mason University, and Fairfax City west of the Beltway. Bike accommodations need to be part of the project.A meeting will be held on Wed., Feb. 19 at 7:30 p.m. at Lake Braddock Secondary School. The purpose of the meeting is to "allow the County to outline the project, collect public feedback, and introduce a citizen’s committee that will have a key role in planning." Cyclists are encouraged to attend the meeting and speak out for safe, connected bike facilities on Braddock Road.
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Tuesday, April 9, 2013
The Braddock Road trail needs to be maintained - Rick Holt, guest blogger
The Braddock Road bike trail should be repaved. A maintenance plan should be established for repairs and clearing debris off the trail. By taking these steps Fairfax County will be creating a safe, and fun, transportation option for bicyclists, and pedestrians, to negotiate their way through the county. The Braddock Road bike trail provides an important connection in bicycling from Prince William County, and western Fairfax, to Arlington and Washington, D.C. Once you reach Route 123 you can transition from Braddock Road going through the City of Fairfax over to the W&OD trail and head east to the District.
About Rick Holt - Rick has over 15 years of experience in the field of learning and professional development and is currently a trainer at George Mason University in HR & Payroll. Rick is also a graduate student in the field of Sport and Recreation, with a focus on exercise, health promotion and the sport of cycling. He is a certified bicycling safety instructor through the League of American Bicyclists. Rick frequently commutes the twenty plus miles from home to work on his bicycle. Rick is also the chair of the Prince William County Trails & Blueways Council. The mission of the Council is to advise the Board of County Supervisors in the development of a County-wide trails and blueways system in Prince William County.
Labels: braddock road, rick holt
Friday, August 12, 2011
Braddock Rd and Gallows Rd bridges over Beltway to open today
According to the Virginia Megaprojects site, both the Braddock Rd and Gallows Rd bridges over the Beltway will open today. The Braddock Rd bridge will have two 10 foot sidepaths and the Gallows Rd bridge should have a 10 foot sidepath, a 5 foot sidewalk, and 5 foot shoulders. Not sure if these will be open or not. If you know, please comment below.See our HOT lanes summary page from a while back for links to cross sections of most of the bridges. The images are from photos we took at a public hearing and are not very good quality, but you can mostly tell what is proposed.
See the Megaprojects news releases about the bridge openings.
Labels: braddock road, gallows road, hot lanes
