The West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) recently hosted a well-attended informational public workshop at Teays Valley Christian School in Scott Depot to address traffic demands driven by the area's rapid growth. The workshop format provided local residents, business owners, and commuters an opportunity to examine detailed plans and engage directly with project managers regarding the future of the Teays Valley Road (CR33) corridor.
| Project Element | Proposed Enhancements & Details |
|---|---|
| Project Corridor | Teays Valley Road (CR33) from Great Teays Boulevard to Scott Lane |
| Core Objectives | Improve community infrastructure, maximize motorist safety, and decrease traffic congestion |
| Primary Design Style | Boulevard-style roadway featuring integrated modern roundabouts at key intersections |
| Multi-Modal Features | Dedicated, continuous bicycle and pedestrian accommodations in both directions |
| Feedback Deadline | Thursday, March 27, 2025 |
The workshop layout gave attendees a valuable opportunity to review project maps, ask technical questions directly to development leaders, and voice their specific community concerns before design plans are finalized.
Proposed Boulevard Design Features
The WVDOH expansion plan shifts the corridor toward a multi-modal, boulevard-style layout engineered to safely streamline local traffic flow. Key design specifications include:
- Roundabout Intersections: Strategically placed roundabouts will replace traditional configurations at major intersections to naturally reduce vehicle delays.
- Pedestrian Sidewalks: A continuous 5-foot sidewalk running in each direction to safely separate foot traffic from the roadway.
- Dedicated Bike Lanes: A designated 6-foot bicycle lane running in each direction to improve multi-modal corridor access.
- Center Median: An 8-foot wide center island dividing opposing lanes, which will be utilized for street lighting structures and community plantings.
How to Review Plans and Submit Feedback
Public feedback is a critical component of the corridor study. Community members can review virtual project blueprints and file official comments through the following channels prior to the closing deadline:
- Online Project Portal: Access maps and project documents at the dedicated Teays Valley Project Hub.
- Online Comment Form: Submit digital feedback directly to the review panel via the WVDOH Online Comment Form.
- By Mail: Send written statements postmarked on or before March 27, 2025, to:
Sondra Mullins, Assistant Director
Technical Support Division, West Virginia Division of Highways
1900 Kanawha Blvd. East, Building 5, Room 820
Charleston, West Virginia 25301
