New Jersey Avenue, NW
Design of Safety Improvements
Public Meeting July 25, 2012
Agenda
Project Status Alternatives Analysis
Alternatives Traffic Analysis y Screening Obtain Feedback Finalize
Recommended Alternative
Project Schedule Next Steps
Project Location
New Jersey Avenue N Street New York Avenue
H Street
Project Status
Multi-modal considerations evaluated Spring 2012 Recommendation presented to DDOT in May 2012 Public update tonight
Alternatives
1. 2. 2
Mount Vernon Triangle Study DDOT 100% Review Comments
Modifications to capacity p y Increased turning radii
3.
Combined or New Alternative with provisions for multi-modal opportunities
Existing
1 1- Mount Vernon Triangle
2 - DDOT 100% Comment
3 - New Multi-Modal Alternative Multi Modal
Data Collection
Used turning movement counts from 2011 Obtained Wal Mart Traffic Impact Study from August 2011 Applied MWCOG model to account f other growth for h h Developed 2022 No Build Condition
Traffic Analysis
Conducted traffic analysis with Synchro Forecasted two-way operation Evaluated crash information Evaluated multi-modal characteristics including pedestrian, cyclist and transit activity
Traffic Analysis Results
Alternative Screening
Weighted scoring system of:
Traffic / Safety Aspects Parking Impacts Bicycle/Pedestrian Aspects y p Curb Impacts/Construction Cost Beautification B ifi i
Alternative 3 provides best score
Could impact parking Likely is the highest cost y g
Recommended Alternative
On-road bicycle facility Typical 50 foot section throughout limit of project
3 travel lanes (11-10-11 feet) ( ) 2 NB and 1 SB 2 bike lanes (10 feet) 1 parking lane (8 feet)
Increased landscaping Pedestrian upgrades P d d No major change to traffic operations
Innovative Bike Treatment
Bike lanes right side
Additional Parking Opportunities
Floating bike lanes
Provide for off peak parking Provide guidance for cyclists and vehicles during different p peaks
Could provide 40 additional parking spaces off peak
Project Schedule
Alternatives Analysis May 2012 Public Update July 2012 30% Submittal August 2012 65% Submittal October 2012 90% Submittal January 2013 100% Submittal February 2013
Next Steps
Public Input Survey Geotechnical Analysis 30% Submittal
Questions?
Thank you for your time
Innovative Bicycle Treatment
Bike lanes stay right at intersection; cyclists navigate like pedestrians
N Street
Bike lanes initiate/terminate on south leg of the intersection
N Street to New York Avenue
Bike lanes initiate/terminate on south leg of the intersection
New York Avenue
Pedestrian crossings provided on both legs of NYA Leading pedestrian interval not considered Unique Dutch treatment considered f cyclist traffic id d for li ffi along NJA
Dutch Bicycle Treatment
Add U Tube Video
New York Avenue to L Street
Bike lanes initiate/terminate on south leg of the intersection
L Street to K Street
Bike lanes initiate/terminate on south leg of the intersection
K Street
Bike lanes initiate/terminate on south leg of the intersection
H Street to I Street
Bike lanes initiate/terminate on south leg of the intersection
I Street
Bike lanes initiate/terminate on south leg of the intersection
I Street to H Street
Bike lanes initiate/terminate on south leg of the intersection
H Street
Bike lanes initiate/terminate on south leg of the intersection
Scope of Work
Conduct a traffic analysis to determine alternative to construct based on previous alternatives Coordinate with community to achieve consensus on alternative moving forward 65% contract documents 100% contract documents Provide construction phase services as necessary y
Alternatives Analysis
1. 2. 2 3.
Mount Vernon Triangle Study DDOT 100% Review Comments Combined or New Alternative with p provisions for multi-modal opportunities
Final Design
Roadway Design Erosion and Sediment Control Maintenance of Traffic Traffic Signalization/Interconnect
New York Avenue M Street (if required) ( q ) K Street 2nd Street/I(Eye) Street
Signing and Pavement Marking Street Lighting
Final Design
Horizontal/Vertical Alignment Traffic Signal Reconstruction Maintenance of Traffic (including cyclists & pedestrians) y p ) Signing & Pavement Marking Lighting g g Landscaping
Follow Up Follow-Up Information
As-built utility information at a number of locations DDOT public involvement coordination
Project Opportunities
Deliver the best project to Districts residents Realize vision of Transportation & Public Realm Study B/C near 2.0 at NYA/NJA alone NJA bicycle facilities would tie into planned improvements along NYA and M Street Expanded multi-modal connections directly to g p y growing g areas of the City Safer pedestrian crossings Replacement of aging infrastructure
Alternative 3 Bicycle Options
Options eliminated from consideration:
Maintaining one-way operation and utilizing existing space for a cycle track (Based on the Kick Off meeting in January 2012) Off road trail parallel to NJA eliminated due to landscaping and property impacts Cycle t k in th C l track i the middle of NJA d iddl f dropped d to transition d due t t iti requirements on either end of corridor
Options considered, but eliminated from consideration:
Specific Bicycle Traffic Control Treatments considered, but eliminated:
Traffic signal-specific phasing at NYA/NJA
Alternative 3 Pedestrian Options
Bulb outs considered in all areas where dedicated parking is proposed 24/7 to minimize pedestrian crossings:
M Street in vicinity of NYA/NJA to calm traffic into community Along NJA in front of Bible Way Temple south to L Street
Geometric revisions considered to account for Design Vehicles d d t i V hi l and pedestrians
Revised Eye Street design to accommodate truck traffic to Wal Mart Median extensions at NYA considered for refuge and additional crossings
