Greenbag Road Widening
STATE PROJECT: U331-857/00-0.00 00
FEDERAL PROJECT: STBG-0857(024)D
LOCATION: Monongalia County, West Virginia
The West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) and the U.S. Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) are developing a second widening project for Greenbag Road. Originally built as a rural route for industrial truck access, the road has become a major arterial serving Morgantown’s growing commercial, residential, and institutional areas. The project aims to address current congestion and safety deficiencies caused by narrow lanes and inadequate shoulders.
Meeting & Workshop History
- Meeting Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
- Time: 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM
- Location: Monongalia County, WV (Specific Venue Info available in Handout)
Format: This was a drop-in style Public Involvement Meeting with no formal presentation. Project representatives were available to discuss roadway widening plans, intersection improvements, and the addition of multi-modal and transit accommodations.
Project Purpose & Proposed Improvements
To transform Greenbag Road from a rural truck route into a modern minor arterial, the WVDOH proposes several key upgrades:
- Roadway Widening: Increasing lane and shoulder widths to meet current safety standards.
- Intersection Improvements: Enhancing operational flow and safety at key junctions along the corridor.
- Multi-modal & Transit: Institutionalizing accommodations for pedestrians and bicyclists, along with designated transit improvements.
- Compliance: The study complies with NEPA, Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, and Section 4(f) of the USDOT Act.
Public Comments
Public feedback is critical for the refinement of project alternatives. The formal comment period for this meeting phase concluded on Monday, December 15, 2025.
- Online Archive:View Original Comment Form
- Written Correspondence: Douglas Kirk, P.E., Director Technical Support Division, West Virginia Division of Highways 1900 Kanawha Boulevard East, Building 5, Room 820 Charleston, West Virginia 25301
Project Documents & Resources
| Category | Document Link |
|---|---|
| Meeting Materials | Meeting Flyer | Public Handout |
| Alternatives & Matrix | Project Alternatives | Alternatives Comparison Matrix |
| Infrastructure Plans | Intersection Improvements | Transit Improvements |
| Schedules & Plots | Project ScheduleRoll Plots (Large Files):Alt 1 | Alt 2 | Alt 3 |
Accessibility Statement:
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