The City of Alexandria’s Traffic & Parking Board will consider recommended improvements for Braddock Road between Russell Road and West Street as part of the Braddock Road Corridor Improvements Project at its February 23 public hearing. 

Through this project, the City evaluated existing conditions, analyzed traffic patterns, and gathered extensive community input. Based on this work, the City developed design options to improve safety and access for everyone who uses the corridor. The recommendations to be presented at the February 23 public hearing align with the City’s adopted Alexandria Mobility Plan and focus on making it safer and more comfortable to walk, bike, and access transit. 

The recommended design concept includes: 

• Safer pedestrian and bicycle crossings between nearby trails and the Metro station
• Shorter crossing distances at the Mount Vernon Avenue, Commonwealth Avenue, and Russell Road intersections
• Continuous bike lanes along Braddock Road between Russell Road and West Street, including a two-way protected bike lane next to the Braddock Road Metrorail station
• New bike lane connections on Commonwealth Avenue 

These recommendations respond to documented safety concerns and community feedback by encouraging safer vehicle speeds, improving visibility, and providing dedicated space for people walking and biking. The design also aims to maintain efficient traffic flow and minimize delays for people driving. 

More information, including how to participate in the Traffic & Parking Board public hearing, is available on the project webpage.