Bridge Street Gateway Complete Street Demonstration

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The Bridge Street Gateway Complete Street Demonstration project focuses on the intersections of Bridge Street, North Street and Broad Street, which serves as the gateway to the city from the exit of Interstate 95. The purpose of this project is to temporarily demonstrate and evaluate elements of a complete street redesign proposed for the intersection, which include enhancing the pedestrian and cyclist experience by increasing visibility, shortening pedestrian crossing distances, and slowing vehicular traffic.

The demonstration project will focus on the following elements:

  • Markings (high visibility crosswalks and midblock crossing)
  • Curb extensions
  • Bicycle lanes
  • Median pedestrian island along Bridge St (to test closing a left turn lane onto I-95 on ramp)
  • Signage & Banners

The Bridge Street Gateway Complete Street Demonstration project focuses on the intersections of Bridge Street, North Street and Broad Street, which serves as the gateway to the city from the exit of Interstate 95. The purpose of this project is to temporarily demonstrate and evaluate elements of a complete street redesign proposed for the intersection, which include enhancing the pedestrian and cyclist experience by increasing visibility, shortening pedestrian crossing distances, and slowing vehicular traffic.

The demonstration project will focus on the following elements:

  • Markings (high visibility crosswalks and midblock crossing)
  • Curb extensions
  • Bicycle lanes
  • Median pedestrian island along Bridge St (to test closing a left turn lane onto I-95 on ramp)
  • Signage & Banners

Bridge Street Gateway Q&A

Please feel free to provide questions, comments, and general feedback on the Bridge Street Gateway Complete Street Concepts Plans and upcoming demonstration.

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  • Share Are crosswalks and sidewalks being planned for the other side of Bridge—heading towards the connection with Route 12, near the old roller rink property? There are two SEAT bus stops within the block on that portion of Bridge. on Facebook Share Are crosswalks and sidewalks being planned for the other side of Bridge—heading towards the connection with Route 12, near the old roller rink property? There are two SEAT bus stops within the block on that portion of Bridge. on Twitter Share Are crosswalks and sidewalks being planned for the other side of Bridge—heading towards the connection with Route 12, near the old roller rink property? There are two SEAT bus stops within the block on that portion of Bridge. on Linkedin Email Are crosswalks and sidewalks being planned for the other side of Bridge—heading towards the connection with Route 12, near the old roller rink property? There are two SEAT bus stops within the block on that portion of Bridge. link

    Are crosswalks and sidewalks being planned for the other side of Bridge—heading towards the connection with Route 12, near the old roller rink property? There are two SEAT bus stops within the block on that portion of Bridge.

    Patrice asked about 1 year ago

    Thank you for your question. Sidewalks and crosswalks are under consideration for the other side of Bridge St. near the old roller rink site. However, these elements will not be tested in the upcoming demonstration. For the City of Groton to install crosswalks there must be a clearly established connection point to a sidewalk. Given that are no sidewalks on the north side of Bridge St. we will not be able to install crosswalks at this time. The community is highly encouraged to share desired locations for sidewalks within this focus area. 

  • Share Is the traffic signals at the Bridge St-North St intersection are based on Clock Cycles not sensors. The North St and Broad St intersection is on Senors. Are those going to be tied together now to ease the volume flow? They are currently NOT and that causes excess waiting. Is the lane reduction on North St going to start as Meridian or further south on North St? Where is the traffic study showing the volume flow and how the queue time lengths are going to be handled. If the design is setup to push more traffic onto route 349, the left hand on-ramp to 95 south has to be addressed due to what will be an increase of volume. on Facebook Share Is the traffic signals at the Bridge St-North St intersection are based on Clock Cycles not sensors. The North St and Broad St intersection is on Senors. Are those going to be tied together now to ease the volume flow? They are currently NOT and that causes excess waiting. Is the lane reduction on North St going to start as Meridian or further south on North St? Where is the traffic study showing the volume flow and how the queue time lengths are going to be handled. If the design is setup to push more traffic onto route 349, the left hand on-ramp to 95 south has to be addressed due to what will be an increase of volume. on Twitter Share Is the traffic signals at the Bridge St-North St intersection are based on Clock Cycles not sensors. The North St and Broad St intersection is on Senors. Are those going to be tied together now to ease the volume flow? They are currently NOT and that causes excess waiting. Is the lane reduction on North St going to start as Meridian or further south on North St? Where is the traffic study showing the volume flow and how the queue time lengths are going to be handled. If the design is setup to push more traffic onto route 349, the left hand on-ramp to 95 south has to be addressed due to what will be an increase of volume. on Linkedin Email Is the traffic signals at the Bridge St-North St intersection are based on Clock Cycles not sensors. The North St and Broad St intersection is on Senors. Are those going to be tied together now to ease the volume flow? They are currently NOT and that causes excess waiting. Is the lane reduction on North St going to start as Meridian or further south on North St? Where is the traffic study showing the volume flow and how the queue time lengths are going to be handled. If the design is setup to push more traffic onto route 349, the left hand on-ramp to 95 south has to be addressed due to what will be an increase of volume. link

    Is the traffic signals at the Bridge St-North St intersection are based on Clock Cycles not sensors. The North St and Broad St intersection is on Senors. Are those going to be tied together now to ease the volume flow? They are currently NOT and that causes excess waiting. Is the lane reduction on North St going to start as Meridian or further south on North St? Where is the traffic study showing the volume flow and how the queue time lengths are going to be handled. If the design is setup to push more traffic onto route 349, the left hand on-ramp to 95 south has to be addressed due to what will be an increase of volume.

    RonF asked about 1 year ago

    Great questions. The existing traffic signal equipment at Bridge & North and North & Board are on clock cycles. Staff is assessing potential upgrades to sensors to help ease volume flow. Please note that upgrading traffic signal equipment is not part of the proposed demonstration project. However, the demonstration will inform staff of the type of equipment upgrades needed at both intersections to better serve pedestrians, cyclist, and drivers. Lane reductions will take place on Bridge St from (I-95 - Monument St) and North St from (Bridge St - Board St). Staff and Street Plan consultants have drafted traffic plans for the implementation and demonstration period of this project. We are awaiting State feedback and will share more information as we get closer to the implementation. Can you provide more insight on the Route 349 on ramp to I-95? What needs to be addressed? 

  • Share What are Complete Streets? on Facebook Share What are Complete Streets? on Twitter Share What are Complete Streets? on Linkedin Email What are Complete Streets? link

    What are Complete Streets?

    about 1 year ago

    Complete Streets are designed and operated to enable safe access for all users. Pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists and bus riders of all ages and abilities are able to safely move along and across a complete street. - National Complete Streets Coalition

  • Share What are Connecticut Laws exits in regard to Complete Streets? on Facebook Share What are Connecticut Laws exits in regard to Complete Streets? on Twitter Share What are Connecticut Laws exits in regard to Complete Streets? on Linkedin Email What are Connecticut Laws exits in regard to Complete Streets? link

    What are Connecticut Laws exits in regard to Complete Streets?

    about 1 year ago

    Public Act 09-154 states that accommodations for all users shall be a routine part of the planning, design, construction, and operating activities of all highways.

    The law applies to state and municipal projects.

    The law defines user as motorist, transit user, pedestrian or bicyclist.

    https://www.cga.ct.gov/2009/ACT/PA/2009PA-00154-R00SB-00735-PA.htm

  • Share What is the economic impact/ vitality of complete streets? on Facebook Share What is the economic impact/ vitality of complete streets? on Twitter Share What is the economic impact/ vitality of complete streets? on Linkedin Email What is the economic impact/ vitality of complete streets? link

    What is the economic impact/ vitality of complete streets?

    about 1 year ago

    Research/ Outreach conducted by the CT Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board found:

    • For more than 75% of the population, having sidewalks and places to walk is an important factor in buying a home.
    • Surveys show that strong majorities want more places to walk.
    • Pedestrians and cyclists can revive urban areas; Studies confirm that investments in Complete streets yields increased economic development.
    • Walkable neighborhoods increase property values.
    • The report Safer Streets, Stronger Economies, Smart Growth America found that complete streets result in increased private business investment.
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