Public Informational Meeting University Avenue (Allen Boulevard Segoe Road) March 23, 2011 City of Madison City of Middleton Village of Shorewood Hills Dane County
Existing Roadway Conditions Poor pavement condition Substandard Intersections Turn lanes Sight distance Full access Sf Safety/crashes/congestion / Substandard bike/pedestrian/transit accommodations Corridor and intersections Driveway access Environmental concerns Storm water Erosion
Proposed typical section 4 lane divided roadway (Allen Boulevard to Whitney Way) 10 MULTI-USE USE 5.5 5 11 11 11 11 5.5 5 5 PATH BICYCLE DRIVIING DRIVIING DRIVIING DRIVIING BICYCLE SIDEWALK
Proposed typical section 4 lane divided roadway (Whitney Way to Old Middleton Road) (Except Old Middleton Road/Railroad Bridge) 55 5.5 11 11 11 11 55 5.5 SHOULDER DRIVIING DRIVIING DRIVIING DRIVIING SHOULDER
Proposed typical section 6 lane roadway (Old Middleton Road to Segoe Road) (Match Adjacent Project) 5.5 11 11 11 5.5 USE 11 11 11 10 MULTI-USE BICYCLE DRIVIING DRIVIING DRIVIING BICYCLE PATH DRIVIING DRIVIING DRIVIING
Why not a two way left turn lane (TWLTL)? Traffic volumes too high Improper use of median lane (passing/travel lane) Safety concerns (head on collisions) Pedestrian access (crossing safety, no median refuge) Aesthetics (green space, landscaping potential) Storm water (excess pavement/impervious area, increased run off)
Bike, Pedestrian, & Transit Accommodations 4.5 on street bike lanes on both sides of University No bike lanes on approaches to Old Middleton Road/Railroad bridge Accommodations provided on parallel routes (Whitney Way, Old Middleton Road, Old Middleton Road Ramps, Blackhawk Path) 10 off street multi use path on north side of University Connect to existing path at Allen Boulevard Connect to Indian Hills Path at Whitney Way 5 sidewalk on south side of University Allen Boulevard to Whitney Way Bus stops replaced and relocated Bus stop pull outs constructed where feasible Concrete landing pads at all stops Intersections Medians provide crossing refuge Countdown timers on traffic signals Special colored pavement marking for multi use path side street crossings
Signalized Intersection (Allen Boulevard) Longer right turn lane on SB Allen New signals with countdown timers Island for refuge, vision, & signals Dual right turn lanes on WB University Bus stop pull-out Reduce right turn angle Bike crosswalks Bike path Bus stop pull-out
Signalized Intersection (Capital Avenue) New signals with countdown timers Accommodate U-turns Turn lanes on Capital Bus stop Longer left turn lane on University Bus stop
Signalized Intersection (Spring Harbor Drive) New west leg crosswalk New signals with countdown timers Accommodate U-turns Bus stop pull-out Turn lanes on Spring Harbor Proposed Pedestrian Tunnel & Ramps Medians on University for refuge & signals Bus stop pull-out
Signalized Intersection (Whitney Way) New signals with countdown timers Bus stop pull-out Bike/ped cross-walks Longer left turn lane on WB University Longer right turn lane on EB University Bus stop pull-out Requires R/W in SE Quad Reduce right turn angle Longer right turn lane on NB Whitney Way
Bike way connectivity (Whitney Way and Old Middleton Road)
Pedestrian connectivity (Whitney Way and Old Middleton Road)
Non Signalized Intersection (Overlook Pass) Extend median to east on University Cross walk on north leg Left turn / U-turn lane on WB University
Non Signalized Intersection (Tomahawk Trail) Bus stop pull-out Cross walks on north leg Cross walks on east leg Offset opposing left turn lanes on University Bus stop
Non Signalized Intersection (Existing Norman Way) Severe intersection angle Sub standard skew angle Poor sight distance High crash location Poor pedestrian access No crosswalk across University Numerous access points Remain non signalized Traffic volumes do not meet signal warrants Low on City of Madison signal priority list Several alternatives studied
Non Signalized Intersection (Proposed Norman Way) Improve skew angle Square up & offset approaches Improve sight distance Crosswalks with median refuge Remove access point Norman Way (East) Right-turn, u-turn design Bus stop pull-out Requires R/W in SW quad Norman Way (West) Full access design Remove access point Bus stop pull-out Crosswalks with median refuge
Non Signalized Intersection (Laurel Crest South) Poor sight distance at existing intersection Cul de sac proposed Property owners are in agreement of cul de sac Plan is acceptable to City of Madison Fire Department Possible on street parking restrictions
Non Signalized Intersections (Hickory Dr. & Baker Ave.) Curbed median on University Right-in access allowed Right-out access allowed Left-out access not allowed Left-in access not allowed
Non Signalized Intersections (Heim Ave., Hickory Hollow Dr., Laurel Crest North, Camus Lane, Fritz Ave. & Craig Ave.) Curbed Median on University Left-in access allowed Right-in access allowed Right-out access allowed Left-out access not allowed
Right Turn, U Turn Concept Unique solution for a unique roadway Not built on grid system and lack of sufficient parallel routes Reduces total conflict and major conflict points Increase safety/ Reduce severe injuries Drivers turn right then perform a u turn at next intersection or median opening All intersections and median openings designed to accommodate u turn movement (passenger vehicle) Improve traffic capacity and reduce congestion Studies show increased safety University of South Florida Study (2001) 18% reduction in total crashes 27% reduction in injury/fatality crashes National Cooperative Highway Research Program (Report 524) 26% reduction in total crashes Concept used in Michigan, Florida, New Jersey, Maryland, and Louisiana
Existing Spring Harbor Pedestrian Underpass Deteriorating and needs to be removed or replaced Tunnel is narrow and stairs are not ADA compliant Poor lighting, drainage and aesthetics Safety concerns of night time users
Spring Harbor Pedestrian Underpass Replacement Issues Funding (Safe Routes to School Program) Real estate easement acquisition Utility impacts/relocations/costs Geometry adjustments (sidewalks, crosswalks & median width)
Structures Hickory Gulch Box Culvert Existing to remain and extended on both sides Old Middleton Road/ Railroad Bridge Existing to remain Spring Harbor Storm Drain Existing to remain Spring Harbor Pedestrian Underpass Alternative designs being considered Retaining Walls New retaining walls will be constructed throughout the project Modular block split face appearance Railings constructed near pedestrian use
Street lighting Throughout corridor LED fixtures Use less energy Last longer Water main Hickory Hollow Laurel Crest Tomahawk Trail Segoe Road Sanitary sewer Spring Harbor Drive Tomahawk Trail
Environmental Concerns Storm water Treatment devices will be installed prior to discharge locations from project site Sumped catch basins/manholes Screened collection structure The City of Madison is working on other storm water treatment projects in the area such as detention ponds and bio retention Erosion Curb and gutter will help roadside slope erosion Embankments at Hickory Gulch will be flattened Embankments at bridge approach will be flattened Trees Efforts have been made to minimize tree removal City will replace trees and plant additional trees throughout corridor in medians and terraces after completion of the project
Construction Traffic Control / Construction Staging One lane of traffic in each direction Allen Boulevard to Old Middleton Road Temporary turn lanes at intersections Temporary signals Temporary crosswalks Temporary bus stops Access open to businesses at all times
Construction Traffic Control / Construction Staging Old Middleton Road/ Railroad Bridge: Temporary nighttime closure and detour for bridge approach work Old Middleton Road EB/WB Ramps: Temporary limited time closure and detour for ramp construction
What s next? Spring 2011 Summer 2011 Complete Environmental Study Complete R/W Plat Complete Plans Summer 2011 Winter 2011 Purchase right of way Obtain temporary easements Utility relocations Spring 2012 Fall 2012 Utility relocations Roadway Construction Anticipated to begin in March 2012 Expected to be completed in November 2012
Questions or Comments Please Complete and Return the Comment Form By April 6, 2011 Project Contacts: Glen Yoerger City of Mdi Madison Engineering i 261 9177 gyoerger@cityofmadison.com Mike Bakalars, P.E. Aaron Steger, P.E. KL Engineering, Inc. KL Engineering, Inc. 663 1218 663 1218 mbakalars@klengineering.com asteger@klengineering.com