Bus Access Project

PROJECT OVERVIEW

Project Goal: develop designs for up to 20 quick-build projects. The quick-build projects will include improvements to sidewalks and crosswalks to provide better access to bus stops. Throughout 2021, the project team will:

Planning Phase

Review existing bus stop access conditions (paths to bus stops, sidewalks, crosswalks, and traffic signals)
Identify sidewalk gaps and hazards that make it difficult to access bus stops
Develop an equitable approach for evaluating and prioritizing bus access
Evaluate and prioritize bus access improvements based on input from the community
Recommend locations for bus access improvements, outlined in a “Draft Bus Access” report
Finalize locations for bus access improvements based on input from the community, summarized in a “Final Bus Access” report

Design Phase

Develop designs for up to 20-quick-build projects, developed to a full design level, and ready for construction

Project Schedule

WHAT IS BUS ACCESS?

Bus access: the sidewalks, crosswalks, and other street elements that help you access your bus stop easily, safely, and comfortably.

What is a Quick-Build Project?

A sidewalk gap, crosswalk, or traffic signal project that improves the pedestrian path to a bus stop and can be implemented quickly.

BACKGROUND

This project builds upon current and past efforts to improve access to bus stops along GoDurham routes. For example, the Durham Transit Plan and the GoDurham Better Bus Stops Program provide a head start for many such improvements and engagement activities. Other recent studies, like Move Durham and Durham’s Bike+Walk Implementation Plan also support this project, through related analysis and recommendations.

Previous and Ongoing Studies

Current Documents

Coming soon.