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FCDOT Transportation Projects

Ashgrove Trail Extension

The Ashgrove Trail Extension project is one of the approved projects originating from the Tysons Metrorail Station Access Management Study (TMSAMS). The goal of the TMSAMS projects is to create a more multi-modal transportation environment by building needed infrastructure to create better access to the Metrorail stations within Tysons.

As proposed, the Ashgrove Trail Extension will be located in the Tysons West area, and will connect cyclists and pedestrians from the Tysons Green community to Westwood Center Drive, and ultimately to the Spring Hill Metrorail Station in Tysons.

Backlick Road/Industrial Road Spot Improvement Project

The Backlick Road Spot Improvement Project seeks to improve the congestion and safety at the intersection with Industrial Road by adding an exclusive northbound left turn lane. Plans also include the construction of approximately 1,250 feet of sidewalk on the east side of Backlick Road, extending to the north and south of Industrial Road, which will complete a missing link.

Balls Hill Road and Old Dominion Drive

The proposed improvements will realign the Balls Hill Road and Old Dominion Drive intersection by removing the existing skewed intersection configuration and providing improved traffic signal operations. The project includes roadway reconstruction, drainage improvements, and the addition of bike and pedestrian facilities.

Beauregard-Chambliss Intersection

A variety of improvements are planned to enhance safety at the intersection of North Beauregard Street and North Chambliss Street in Alexandria, including removing turn lanes, median widening, and adding third lanes to both streets in the intersection.

Braddock Road Multimodal Improvements

With intersection, bicycle and pedestrian improvements planned for Braddock Road from I-495 to Guinea Road, FCDOT seeks to improve commuting conditions along the corridor. In partnership with VDOT, Braddock Road Multimodal Improvements has been reclassified from a study to a project in Summer 2020.

Bush Hill Drive Project

This project will construct a 6-foot-wide sidewalk 850' in length along the west side of Bush Hill Drive from Ninian Avenue to Larno Drive with additional curb, gutter and drainage improvements to provide a safe, walkable route to Bush Hill Elementary School.

Learn more about the Bush Hill Drive Project.

Chain Bridge Road Sidewalk

The Chain Bridge Road sidewalk project will provide approximately 3600 LF of 5 foot to 6 foot wide sidewalk along northbound Chain Bridge Road between Niblick Road and the north intersection with Horseshoe Drive. The project also includes a pedestrian signal, 6 curb ramps, and associated storm sewer improvements. Project is funded by County Commercial and Industrial Property Tax (C&I funds). Construction is anticipated in 2018.

Chesterbrook Road Sidewalk

The Chesterbrook Road Sidewalk Project will provide a new 5-foot sidewalk with curb and gutter along the south side of Chesterbrook Road between Chesterford Way and Maddux Lane. The project also includes storm sewer and water utility infrastructure improvements.

Chesterbrook Road Walkway (Maddux Lane to 41st Street)

The Chesterbrook Road Walkway Project will provide a continuous pedestrian facility along the southside of the roadway from Maddux Lane to 41st Street, enhancing pedestrian safety to use for recreational activities and to get to and from work or school.

Cinder Bed Road Bikeway

The Cinder Bed Road Bikeway project will provide a continuous shared use path between Newington Road and the Franconia/Springfield Metro Station.

Columbia Pike Complete Streets Phase I (Backlick Road to Tom Davis Drive)

This project will construct a new 6-foot-wide sidewalk, ADA compliant curb ramps and a 6-foot-wide landscape panel along the south side of Columbia Pike from Backlick Road to Tom Davis Drive.

Countywide Bike Projects

Repaving Projects and Improvements

VDOT Northern Virginia Summer Repaving Program Map (Interactive)

Countywide Pedestrian Projects

The Board of Supervisors has designated $110 million in federal, state and county funding under direction of FCDOT to construct pedestrian improvements in high-priority areas of Fairfax County. These projects include:

  • New crosswalks with pedestrian signals
  • Upgrading existing crosswalks to include pedestrian signals
  • Constructing new walkways and trails
  • Upgrading existing walkways and constructing ADA accessible curb ramps
  • Pedestrian refuge islands
  • Decreasing turn radii
  • Curb extensions and bulb-outs
  • Bus stop improvements
  • Yield to Pedestrian Signs
  • Fairfax County Major Corridor Pedestrian Initiatives

Creek Crossing Sidewalk Improvements

The Creek Crossing Sidewalk Improvements Project will replace existing substandard sidewalk and fill in missing segments of sidewalk along east side of Creek Crossing Road from Beulah Road to Old Courthouse Road.

Crestview Drive Walkway

The Crestview Drive Walkway Project will connect missing pieces of walkway between Ferris Avenue and Builders Road in Herndon. The project also includes new curb and gutter on the western side of Crestview Drive, crosswalks and pedestrian signals, an 8' wide pedestrian refuge island and ADA ramps.

Embark Richmond Highway

Embark Richmond Highway is an initiative focused on creating a multimodal future for Richmond Highway Corridor where residents, workers, and visitors can walk, bike, or drive to the places they want to go. This effort responds to recommendations from the Route 1 Multimodal Alternatives Analysis, conducted by the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) and intends to assess and refine the recommendations from the study by providing more detailed guidance in the Comprehensive Plan for the implementation of transit in the corridor.

Fairfax County Parkway Trail at Dulles Toll Road Ramp Intersection Improvements

The Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) held a community meeting to discuss proposed bicycle and pedestrian crossings on the Fairfax County Parkway Trail at the Dulles Toll Road Ramp on Thursday, Sept. 14, 6:30 to 8 p.m., in the cafeteria of Dogwood Elementary School,12300 Glade Drive, Reston.

Two options that are under consideration include at-grade intersection improvements and a pedestrian-bicycle bridge.

Georgetown Pike at Dolley Madison Blvd. Path

The Dranesville District project will extend from Colonial Farm Road to just south of the Dolley Madison Boulevard intersection, and includes construction of approximately 330 feet of 5-foot sidewalk and 600 feet of 10-foot shared-use path.

Georgetown Pike at Great Falls Library Pedestrian Improvements

FCDOT plans to install a high visibility crosswalk, pedestrian crossing warning signs, ADA curb ramps, Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs), pedestrian refuge island, stop bar, minor sidewalk extensions and minor drainage improvements east of the intersection of Georgetown Pike and Great Falls Shopping Center. This project is part of Fairfax County's $100 Million allocation for active transportation projects.

Georgetown Pike Trail

In January of 2001, the Board of Supervisors entered into an agreement with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to construct a pedestrian trail along the north side of Georgetown Pike from River Bend Road westward to Seneca Road, a distance of approximately 4.2 miles. Phase I, located in the Village Center and Phase II, between Utterback Store Road and Falls Chase Court, have been completed.

Phase III will complete a 250’ long section between Falls Chase Court and Falls Bridge Lane. Click on the image below to expand.

FCDOT solicited public comments at a community meeting held on March 22, 2017, regarding effects on historic resources. The Virginia Department of Historic Resources (VDHR) issued a determination of "no adverse effect" in June 2017. The project is moving forward with final design.

Haycock Road Intersection Improvements

The Haycock Road and Route 7 Intersection Improvements project will provide a curb-separated shared use path extension along the east side of Haycock Road from Leesburg Pike (Route 7) to Mustang Alley. This will provide direct access to Meridian High School and Mary Ellen Henderson Middle School. The path will be separated from the existing 6' concrete sidewalk, which will remain in place.

Herndon Area Metrorail Station Access Improvement Project (HMSAMS)

Herndon area station access projects improve pedestrian, vehicle, and bicycle connections to and from the new Silver Line Metro stations. The majority of projects in the Herndon area being constructed with Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) funding to improve Metro station access.

Idylwood Road Walkway

Innovation Center Station Path

The proposed path will connect the future Innovation Station Metrorail Station kiss-and-ride on the north side of the Dulles Toll Road to Apgar Place and Farougi Court.

Jefferson Manor Master Plan Projects

The Jefferson Manor community has worked cooperatively with the County over the past decades to develop and implement a master plan for improving the existing infrastructure in the Jefferson Manor neighborhood. A master plan was prepared in 1992, delineating phases for improvements. Several phases have been completed in past years, and there are other phases planned for the future, which are not yet funded.The current project, Jefferson Manor Phase IIIA, consists of infrastructure improvements along Albemarle Drive and a portion of Edgehill Drive in the Jefferson Manor neighborhood.

Kirby Road Sidewalk (Birch Road to Corliss Court)

These Kirby Road Sidewalk projects include segments from Birch Road to Ivy Hill Drive and Ivy Hill Drive to Corliss Court, providing new 6-foot wide sidewalk, with curb and gutter, on the north side of Kirby Road.

Kirby Road Sidewalk (Chesterbrook Elementary to Halsey Road)

These projects, which are comprised of segments from Chesterbrook Elementary School to Halsey Road (ST-000036-010) and Halsey Road to Franklin Avenue (ST-00036-011), will construct approximately 1,800 linear feet of 5’ to 6’ wide sidewalk with curb and gutter along the south side of Kirby Road. Construction of the proposed pedestrian facility will require right of way acquisition, utility relocations and tree removal.

Kirby Road Sidewalk (Chesterbrook Road to Mori Street)

This Kirby Road Sidewalk project will construct approximately 1,300 linear feet of 5' - 6' wide sidewalk with curb and gutter along the south (east) side of Kirby Road between Chesterbrook Road and Mori Street. A pedestrian crossing and median refuge is proposed at Mori Street to connect the new sidewalk to the existing shared use trail on the west side of Kirby Road.

Lincoln Street

With planned traffic signals and walkways, the Lincoln Street Project seeks to provide another alternative between Old Meadow Road and I-66 and the McLean area, improving access to Westgate Elementary School and other destinations in the Magarity Road/Pimmit Hills area.

Read more about the Lincoln Street Project.

Little River Turnpike Walkway - Conwell Drive

The goal of the project is to improve pedestrian safety in Annandale by providing an ADA compliant pedestrian walkway adjacent to the westbound lanes of Little River Turnpike, between High Place and Pinecrest Parkway. The project also features a proposed HAWK pedestrian crossing signal at the intersection of Little River Turnpike and Conwell Drive to improve safety for the high number of pedestrians who cross the road at this location.

Little River Turnpike Walkway - Hillbrook Drive to Little River Run Drive

This project proposes to fill in one of the pedestrian gaps along the Little River Turnpike corridor, providing 1,550 linear feet of nine foot wide curb abutted sidewalk between Hillbrook Drive and Little River Run Drive on the eastbound side of the road. The project features new pedestrian signalization (a Walk/Don't Walk sign at Little River Turnpike and Hillbrook Drive), bus stop loading pads, curbs and ramps, gutters, retaining walls and drainage improvements.

Magarity Road Sidewalk

The proposed sidewalk will provide pedestrian and bicycle connectivity along Magarity Road in Falls Church from the Pimmit Hills community to Westgate Elementary School.

Mason Neck Shared Use Path

The Mason Neck Shared Use Path will consist of a 10' path adjacent to Gunston Road (northbound) from Julia Taft Way to the entrance of Pohick Bay Golf Course (5,500 ft. total). The pedestrian and bicycle improvements include marked crosswalks, detectable warning surfaces, retaining wall and stormwater management facilities.

Old Courthouse Realignment

The proposed improvements will realign Old Courthouse Road and raise the roadway to help improve safety and minimize roadway flooding. The project includes roadway reconstruction, new pedestrian/bicycle connection and replacing the substandard culvert with a new structure. The total project length is approximately 1000 feet along Old Courthouse Road and 150 feet along Besley Road.

Peace Valley Lane Sidewalk Project

This project will complete the missing segments of sidewalk between Mansfield Road and the cul-de-sac at Peace Valley Lane in Falls Church. This proposed facility will accommodate pedestrian traffic to and from Justice High School. The project consists of constructing approximately 900 feet of 5 foot wide concrete sidewalk along the south side of Peace Valley Lane adjacent to the County Justice Park. The project will also install a new crosswalk on the southeast leg of Peace Valley Lane at the cul-de-sac.

For more information, please see the latest Transportation Design Division Report, and choose "Mason District."

Pohick Road Pedestrian Project

The Pohick Road Pedestrian Improvements project (Project No. 1400171-25) is intended to enhance pedestrian connectivity and safety along the Pohick Road corridor between Route 1 and the I-95 Bridge. Improvements include new walkway segments, a pedestrian signal relocation, and curb and gutter where appropriate.

Learn more about the Pohick Road Pedestrian Project.

Prosperity Avenue Road Diet

The Prosperity Avenue Road Diet project will repurpose two of the four lanes on Prosperity Avenue between Hillside Road and Gallows Road with protected bike lanes. The project helps increase multimodal connectivity to the Dunn Loring Metrorail Station.

Reston Metrorail Access Group (RMAG)

Reston area station access projects improve pedestrian, vehicle, and bicycle connections to and from the new Silver Line Metro stations. The majority of projects in the Reston area are area being constructed with Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) funding to improve Metro station access.

Rolling Road VRE Parking Lot Expansion

FCDOT plans to add 38 new parking spaces at the Rolling Road VRE Station on Burke Road. The project also features sidewalk, gutter and stormwater improvements along with a new retaining wall.

Route 7 Widening Working Group

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is considering improvements to Route 7 from Reston Avenue to Jarrett Valley Drive to enhance safety and upgrade the roadway drainage system as well as improve the existing highway.

Route 28 Widening

To address congestion between I-66 and the Prince William County line, the Fairfax County Department of Transportation is proposing widening Route 28 for a 2.3 mile stretch between the bridge over Bull Run and the Route 29 interchange.

Shirley Gate Road Extension

The Shirley Gate Road Extension project will provide a two-lane road that connects the Shirley Gate Road/Braddock Road intersection with the Fairfax County Parkway, giving drivers an alternative access to I-66 East.

Shreve Road Shared Use Path

This Shreve Road Shared Use Path Project will construct approximately 1,300' long, 10' wide shared use path along the east side of Shreve Road, from the W&OD trail to the intersection of Leesburg Pike (Route 7). This includes the replacement of a section of existing concrete sidewalk at the north end of the project near the intersection. This portion of the path will remain concrete, and connected to the curb with no buffer.

Silver Line Pedestrian Access

The Fairfax County Department of Transportation also is working to improve pedestrian access around the Silver Line Metro stations by implementing the results of several studies.

Sleepy Hollow Road Walkway

The new pedestrian facility will include the following:

  • A 2,200 ft. concrete sidewalk along the Eastside of Sleepy Hollow Road between Eppard Street and Aspen Lane.
  • A 1,700 ft. concrete sidewalk along the Westside of Sleepy Hollow Road between Marlo Drive and Eppard Street.
  • A 500 ft. concrete sidewalk along the Eastside of Sleepy Hollow Road, north of Valley Brook Drive.
  • Several pedestrian crossing points of Sleepy Hollow Road will also be upgraded by the project including at Bay Tree Lane, Dearborn Drive, Kennedy Lane, Kerns Road, Eppard Street, Aspen Lane, and Castle Place.
  • Other infrastructure improvements related to the project include curb & gutter, curb ramps, driveway entrances, retaining walls, drainage improvements, roadway and signing modifications.

Snowden Ashford Walkway and Roadway Improvements

The Snowden Ashford Walkway and Roadway Improvements (also known as the Giles run and Laurel Hill project) seeks to improve the former access road to the DC Workhouse and Reformatory in Lorton (Mount Vernon District). The project includes new p