Mobility Plan 2045

624 Total Comments
Pellisssippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
Great need and will help will future traffic as knoxvillle grows more towards alcoa
Knoxville South Waterfront Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge
As a student across the River, I see firsthand the need for alternative transportation methods. A lot of students want pedestrian or bicycle transportation that allows them to safely access other parts of UT's campus without being so close to traffic on Chapman Highway. This would be great for game days as well as everyday usage for students. This would reduce intoxicated driving as well as save people money due to the reduced need for Ubers and Lyfts.
Knoxville South Waterfront Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge
As a student across the River, I see firsthand the need for alternative transportation methods. A lot of students want pedestrian or bicycle transportation that allows them to safely access other parts of UT's campus without being so close to traffic on Chapman Highway. This would be great for game days as well as everyday usage for students. This would reduce intoxicated driving as well as save people money due to the reduced need for Ubers and Lyfts.
Knoxville South Waterfront Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge
As a student across the River, I see firsthand the need for alternative transportation methods. A lot of students want pedestrian or bicycle transportation that allows them to safely access other parts of UT's campus without being so close to traffic on Chapman Highway. This would be great for game days as well as everyday usage for students. This would reduce intoxicated driving as well as save people money due to the reduced need for Ubers and Lyfts.
Traffic Signal Improvements for the U.T. Area
Please consider pedestrian-only phases during the morning and afternoon on Cumberland Avenue. The amount of foot traffic makes turning onto and off of Cumberland difficult and potentially dangerous.
Northshore Drive at Kingston Pike Intersection Improvements
Sidewalk improvements and pedestrian enhancements would be most appreciated at this intersection, as well as at nearby intersections along Kingston Pike.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
This is a project that must be removed from the DOT project list. It has been shown to not provide an improvement to the traffic flow through Blount County other than to profit Sevier County. The roadway will hurt the businesses in Alcoa and downtown Maryville by diverting away from shops and gas stations.The impact of this project will take away valuable farm land. The farms most effected are century farms which should be protected.The project serves no purposeful benefit for Blount Countians!
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
I am NOT in favor of more 4-lane pavement in this part of Blount County. I say NO to Pellissippi Pkwy extension.JTaylor
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
I would like to express my opposition to the extension of the Pellissippi Parkway through Blount County. I am a resident of Walland and commute daily to the Alcoa area, near the current end of the Pellissippi Parkway. I am exactly the group of people that TDOT is claiming to help, but I feel that this road is a terrible idea. This type of development was believed to be what was best for economic development when this idea began in the 1970s, but we have learned a great deal since then. This is old thinking and we know better. As the saying goes, "When you know better, you should do better." The economic sustainability of Blount County is based on our beauty, natural diversity, and rural nature, not on the number of convenience stores and Dollar Generals. This type of road construction, and the subsequent development that is sure to follow, will devalue the very qualities that bring people here to live or vacation and what keeps our young people from relocating when they become adults. If TDOT is continuing this project for the people of Blount County, please understand that we do not want this project running through our beautiful community.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
I do not support this project. It is not acceptable to destroy a long-term family business, to change the rural nature of Blount County, or to pollute the Little River. Using these funds to improve areas of local businesses therefore the local well-being and local economy, as well as the bicycling and pedestrian movement is a more economical and progressive plan.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
"They paved paradise and put up a four-lane highway." Please don't build this highway. Our county could be better served by fixing existing road infrastructure than embarking on this project that will only benefit Blackberry, the main proponent of the highway. Taking farmland out of production seems to go against the values of the people of this region. Why do the officials bother with branding us "The quiet side of the Smokies," if they are not interested in sustainable transportation solutions? We can grow in a smart way, not with reckless, expensive roads. The cost of this highway has been estimated to be closer to $200 million. I want my taxpayer dollars going to sustainable initiatives. Not this!
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
I am opposed to extending the Pellissippi Parkway. I have lived in Blount County since 1972. This will further despoil the viewscape, pollute the air and water, destroy productive farmland, and increase traffic congestion (studies show this!). Rather, expend our monies on improving maintaining and repairing local roads and connections. I am not saying no new roads or lanes, just no more interstates stretching out into the country then stopping.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
I do not support this project. It will not relieve congestion in Blount County. In fact it will increase it. It will further degrade the Little River watershed, one of the most biodiverse rivers in the state.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
I am opposed to the expansion of the Pellissippi Parkway. This extension is unnecessary and does not address traffic issues in the region. A parkway extension would increase big-box corporate commercial development, which will run small, local, family-owned businesses out of business. Use the money to improve existing infrastructure to make it more walkable, bikeable, AND driveable, which will support healthy communities. It is absurd that the Keller Farm is not considered a business.The rural character of Blount County sets it apart from the sprawl of Knox County. Natural features like the Little River are gems that should be protected, not developed. Blount County should prioritize supporting family-owned businesses, including working farms, by consolidating development to town and maintaining the rural character of the county.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
I am AGAINST this extension for so many reasons.According to reports this highway extension will do little to alleviate traffic as proponents hope - but will certainly create another large unsightly road cut through previously rural farmland. You can only have so many major highways in a county before it starts to become less of the beautiful place people orginally moved here for!BiodiversityThis road building will definitely have a negative impact on the incredibly diverse Little River in some key locations - crossing Peppermint Branch and other tributaries of the Little River. Please put this project to rest permanently. Thanks for your time
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
Thank you for requesting public input. Please do not build the proposed Pellissippi Parkway Extension. It will cost taxpayers a fortune, and it fails to address our local needs for safety and mobility. If constructed as planned with an interchange at US411 , it will create unsafe extra congestion on Sevierville Road, which is already inadequate for the traffic is carries. I urge you to prioritize making improvements to roads & highways that already exist but are becoming crowded and unsafe. Add shoulders to Sevierville Road, and widen it where possible. Continue improvements to Alcoa Highway and Chapman Highway that will make those corridors safer for all. Think outside the same old box; consider public transportation options and greener solutions to our mobility needs.Maintain and repair the roads we have now before laying down new pavement, especially pavement that is not needed!
Home Avenue Extension
Home Avenue Extension in Alcoa is a much needed project that is long overdue. It will certainly improve the traffic flow through that area. Thanks for including it, please do it.
Home Avenue Extension
Home Avenue Extension in Alcoa is a much needed project that is long overdue. It will certainly improve the traffic flow through that area. Thanks for including it, please do it.
Blount County Greenway Trail - Phase 1
It is wonderful to see more greenway projects proposed and I highly support them. Greenway projects can be much more useful if they connect communities to business and other locations, whether it be work, school, shopping, restaurants, places of worship, etc. This particular project is a good example if it is connected to communities served by Heritage High School. Bicyling and walking are modes of transportation. Please consider increasing and improving this form of transportation. Doing this will improve our health through exercise and reducing vehicle emissions.
Louisville Rd (SR-333) Reconstruction - Phase 2
Much needed improvements, however, any improvements on this and other major roads needs to include buffered bicycle and pedestrian pathways to provide for these additional modes of transportation. Do it right! Thanks!
Morganton Rd Reconstruction - Phase 2
Any improvements on this major feeder road needs to include buffered bicycle and pedestrian pathways.
Morganton Road - Phase 3
Much needed improvements, however, any improvements on this road needs to include bicycle and pedestrian pathways to provide for these additional modes of transportation. Do it right! Thanks!
Morganton Road - Phase 4
Much needed improvements, however, any improvements on this road needs to include buffered bicycle and pedestrian pathways to provide for these additional modes of transportation. Do it right! Thanks!
Denso Greenway Trail Extension
It is wonderful to see more greenway projects proposed and I highly support them. Greenway projects can be much more useful if they connect communities to business and other locations, whether it be work, school, shopping, restaurants, places of worship, etc. Bicyling and walking are modes of transportation. Please consider increasing and improving this form of transportation. Doing this will improve our health through exercise and reducing vehicle emissions.
Maryville to Townsend Greenway - Phase 1 (Brown Creek)
It is wonderful to see more greenway projects proposed and I highly support them. However, greenway projects can be much more useful if they connect communities to business and other locations, whether it be work, school, shopping, restaurants, places of worship, etc. Bicyling and walking are modes of transportation. Please consider increasing and improving this form of transportation. Doing this will improve our health through exercise and reducing vehicle emissions.
Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129) Widening
Any improvements along Alcoa Highway and intersecting major roads need to include buffered bicycle and pedestrian paths.
Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129) Widening
Any improvements along Alcoa Highway and intersecting major roads need to include buffered bicycle and pedestrian paths.
Montvale Rd (SR-336) Reconstruction
As a longtime resident of Six Mile, this particular project is much needed to handle the ever increasing traffic on Montvale Road from development, businesses, motorcyclists, and bicyclists. PLEASE add buffered bicycle/pedestrian path into this project. This is part of the statewide bicycle trail and its extremely dangerous for cyclist at this time. Also, its impossible to walk safely on this road, even if it's just a short walk. Do it right, make it safe for all modes of transportation.
Montvale Rd (SR-336) Widening
Much needed improvements that I wholeheartedly support. But why stop the buffered bicycle and pedestrian pathways at the city limits. These need to be extended all the way out to Six Mile Rd per the additional project to provide for these modes of transportation. Montvale Rd is part of the state wide bicycle trails, so please improve it for cyclists. Also, include the improvement of existing underpasses to become wildlife crossings for a number of species. We are on the edge of the GSMNP, Foothills Parkway, and in a hot spot of biodiversity. I'm not seeing anything in this plan to address and help protect wildlife. Do it right! Thanks!
Old Knoxville Hwy (SR-33) Reconstruction - Rockford
Much needed improvements, however, any improvements on this and other major roads needs to include buffered bicycle and pedestrian pathways to provide for these additional modes of transportation. Also, improve existing underpasses to become wildlife crossings for a number of species. Do it right! Thanks!
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
This proposed road has never made sense to me in any arena. It purposely bypasses Maryville businesses, something they do not need. It destroys existing quality farms, farmland, and open space in Blount County, something that once paved cannot be restored. It adds nothing to our quality of life and has limited benefit for the traveler. It is an expensive project for a short stretch of lots of pavement. It has little to no support from those living in Blount County. Please listen and do NOT move forward with this project.
Relocated Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129)
Constructing yet another road in this area instead of widening and finding solid solutions to the existing Alcoa Highway seems like a long term problem and not solving what we have now. Light rail between Maryville, Alcoa, Louisville, Rockford, and Knoxville, and then Knoxville into other counties is long overdue and should be put in place. Any highway work needs to include buffered bicycle and pedestrian paths. Years back people would bicycle to work, and yes, even on Alcoa Highway. Improvements for safety and travel flow must be made with a holistic approach, but building yet another 4 lane highway will likely not solve these problems.
Relocated Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129)
Constructing yet another road in this area instead of widening and finding solid solutions to the existing Alcoa Highway seems like a long term problem and not solving what we have now. Light rail between Maryville, Alcoa, Louisville, Rockford, and Knoxville, and then Knoxville into other counties is long overdue and should be put in place. Any highway work needs to include buffered bicycle and pedestrian paths. Years back people would bicycle to work, and yes, even on Alcoa Highway. Improvements for safety and travel flow must be made with a holistic approach, but building yet another 4 lane highway will likely not solve these problems.
Relocated Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129)
Constructing yet another road in this area instead of widening and finding solid solutions to the existing Alcoa Highway seems like a long term problem and not solving what we have now. Light rail between Maryville, Alcoa, Louisville, Rockford, and Knoxville, and then Knoxville into other counties is long overdue and should be put in place. Any highway work needs to include buffered bicycle and pedestrian paths. Years back people would bicycle to work, and yes, even on Alcoa Highway. Improvements for safety and travel flow must be made with a holistic approach, but building yet another 4 lane highway will likely not solve these problems.
Sevierville Rd (SR-35/US-411) Widening
Its good to see the much needed improvements being suggested and especially the bicycle and pedestrian facilities.
Everett Road Improvements
There is continued growth in this area. This is a viable road that could provide for an alternative to get to I40/75. Further, there is a large undeveloped parcel between Everett Road and Hatmaker Road north of the highway. If Everett Road and Hatmaker Road could be connected that would provide for another arterial in the transportation network.
I-40/75 Auxiliary Lanes
Increasing capacity would solve the congested choke point one tends to experience when traveling west on I40 just past Pellissippi Parkway.
I-40/75 Widening
The I40/75 interchange merge can be very confusing, congested areas can happen fast just beyond the merge point traveling east. This may help with that issue.
Kingston Pike (SR-1) Widening
This portion of Kingston Pike runs down the middle of the Town of Farragut. To widen this road would negatively impact this community, essentially turning the Town from a major arterial running through it to a Town with a highway running through it. There are other alternatives to improve traffic capacity in the surrounding transportation network that would be less detrimental to Farragut's desire to create a sense of place throughout the Town. There is a connected pedestrian facility on the south side of Kingston Pike. It would be nice to have a connected sidewalk on the north side but not at the cost of widening Kingston Pike to 6 lanes.
Union Rd/N Hobbs Rd Reconstruction
It is my understanding that this project is funded and should remain so. It's a paved farm road, no design and very dangerous. The plans provide for a 10 foot multiuse multidirectional greenway and a road designed with pedestrians in mind.
Virtue Road Reconstruction
Virtue Road continues to see an increase in traffic due to growth in the area and in southwest Knox County. It is curvy and dangerous. New development is bringing pedestrian and bicycle access to this area, it would be beneficial to continue with a bike/ped facility along this portion of Virtue Road.
Campbell Station Rd Improvements
Campbell Station Road north of the interstate is a winding and curvy road. I'm not clear how it can be widened, although it needs to be made safer. Left turn lanes and decel lanes appropriately located would help.
I-40/I-75/Watt Rd Interchange
Simply improving the efficiency of this interchange would benefit the transportation network in the Farragut, southwest Knox County and eastern Loudon County area. Drivers often get stuck in the truck traffic in this area. Allowing for room for the trucks to get up to speed in a separate lane would help with safety, efficiency and capacity.
Northshore Dr (SR-332)
Northshore lacks left turn lanes and decel lanes for many of the neighborhoods that access it. This can make for a very frustrating commute along this stretch and as a result pushes many drivers to drive through Farragut causing unnecessary congestion there. Improving Northshore's flow of traffic would help the transportation network throughout the area. In addition providing bike/ped facilities would be an incredible addition to this area.
I-40/I-75/Campbell Station Road Interchange
The Campbell Station Road I40/75 interchange is in desperate need of redesign. With continued growth in Farragut, southwest Knox County and Hardin Valley, this interchange sees far more traffic than it can handle. Ideally, the capacity should be increased without destroying the small town feel when entering into the area of the exit.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
I am opposed to finishing the so-called "missing link" of the Pellissippi Parkway Extension. The road is already finished so far as I am concerned. Paving over a rural landscape in order to displace traffic impact and shorten commuter times strikes me as being a short-term solution to longer-term problems, including automobile-dependent neighborhoods and a ballooning population. Blount Countians love their rural landscape, and paving over it would mean loving it to death. Saving undeveloped, open farmland should be of utmost importance, and capping the human footprint should be a priority. Finishing the Extension would do neither. It would waste money, degrade the environment (even with precautions put in place), displace residents, permanently alter the landscape, threaten the environmental integrity of Little River, and more. Let the highway in its current form instead stand as a testament to human restraint and self-imposed limitation, both of them hallmarks of wisdom.
Northshore Dr (SR-332)
This road does not need to be widened to accommadate cyclists and pedestrians. It will take too much land away from propery owners. Not every road needs to be constructed for cyclist. This road is one of them.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
I am in favor of this SR162 extension project. As someone that benefited for decades using the original Pellissippi Parkway, the benefits of this extension would be tremendous for the local businesses, decrease congested traffic in Maryville and Alcoa - as well as pollution reduction from stop light traffic with vehicles traveling from interstates/Knoxville to Walland, Townsend, and Great Smoky Mountains, and improved access to jobs for the residents living in the more remote areas of this Appalachian district. As a Maryville native, I drove from Maryville to my job in Oak Ridge where I worked for over 20 years. The Pellissippi Parkway (I-140, SR162) was very helpful in cutting down my drive time, increasing safety, and decreasing my stress levels - avoiding US129 and I-40/75. I have previous experience with TDEC and their strict concerns, rules, and regulations regarding Environmental impacts of road construction. Anyone familiar with the development and implementation of an SWPPP will understand the rules and oversight that Tennessee will implement with the construction / subcontractors associated with this extension. I, and many others I know, are looking forward to the completion of this extension - and have been for years.Much appreciated,Thanks for the opportunity to comment.
Magnolia Avenue Streetscape - Phase 5
I live near this project and am in support of the project. But a horizon date of 2030 seems far off for 1.2 miles worth of improvements doesn't it?
Intersection Improvement at Beaver Ridge Road and West Emory Road
I live in Karns and have for over 50 years. I have listened to Jim Snowden stand up and tell the Knox County Commission that money has been secured for this project, over and over. That's great but the issue is that our resident builder, Rocky Smith keeps developing the farmland here adding, at a minimum, 50 homes then adds hundreds of cars to an already, horrible, dangerous intersection! There are currently 3 NEW developments that have been approved just within less than 3/4 mile from this intersection. This community has been completely neglected in ANY road improvements..... I have spoken many times, begging & pleading for our two most dangerous intersection to be repaired.... we get nothing. At Carpenter, Harrell and W. Emory, there were 5 wrecks in ONE day, two of them occurring on the same day! I, as a resident of Knox County, am disgusted with the lack of safe roads to travel on in this community. After all, Karns and Hardin Valley are the tax base for this county but Karns can not seem to get any assistance.
Intersection Improvement at Beaver Ridge Road and West Emory Road
I live in Karns and have for over 50 years. I have listened to Jim Snowden stand up and tell the Knox County Commission that money has been secured for this project, over and over. That's great but the issue is that our resident builder, Rocky Smith keeps developing the farmland here adding, at a minimum, 50 homes then adds hundreds of cars to an already, horrible, dangerous intersection! There are currently 3 NEW developments that have been approved just within less than 3/4 mile from this intersection. This community has been completely neglected in ANY road improvements..... I have spoken many times, begging & pleading for our two most dangerous intersection to be repaired.... we get nothing. At Carpenter, Harrell and W. Emory, there were 5 wrecks in ONE day, two of them occurring on the same day! I, as a resident of Knox County, am disgusted with the lack of safe roads to travel on in this community. After all, Karns and Hardin Valley are the tax base for this county but Karns can not seem to get any assistance.
Magnolia Ave/Rutledge Pike/Asheville Hwy Interchange Improvements
This is an area that has needed improvement for a long time. I support improving this area.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
STOP THE PROJECT ! It is a waste of taxpayer money, and will add to the environmental degradation that is ongoing in the community. Valuable habitat and greenspace will be destroyed. There is absolutely no need for this extension.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
STOP THE PROJECT ! It is a waste of taxpayer money, and will add to the environmental degradation that is ongoing in the community. Valuable habitat and greenspace will be destroyed. There is absolutely no need for this extension.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
If this project is built, it would be bad for the water supply and ecosystem of the Little River, which is a benchmark river in the state of Tennessee. When you build roads, it increases sedimentation in streams, and this road would also pave the way for more development -- gas stations and big box stores and more impermeable surfaces. If this area is known for its beauty and attracts tourists for that reason, then we need to protect it, not develop it. We already have a rampant development mindset in other parts of the county, and it's unfair to impose that on those who make a living from the land, like the Kellers who run a working farm that would be bisected by the PPE. It's absurd that a working farm is not considered a business by TDOT. Others have chosen to live rurally to get away from over-development. With roads comes more noise pollution and light pollution, as well. The GSMNP is already having trouble protecting the soundscape and lightscape resources because of increased development that bring more city lights and noise. The PPE would not help the businesses on Lamar Alexander Parkway in Maryville that benefit from tourist traffic. Additionally, in light of climate change, we need to be seriously thinking about how we can protect the natural resources that this area has, not adding to the problem of gobbling up land for roads and adding to pollution just to give a few people an added convenience.
Robert C Jackson Dr Extension Phase I
This project must include a bike path or be designated a share road. By adding this the access for all roadway users can be improved. It would give residents and workers a good, healthy alternative for travel.
Sevier Avenue South Knoxville Waterfront Roadway Improvements
Improvements along Chapman Highway (Burnett Creek to Blount Ave.) hopefully include the creation of sidewalks and pedestrian amenities.
Sevier Avenue South Knoxville Waterfront Roadway Improvements
Improvements along Chapman Highway (Burnett Creek to Blount Ave.) hopefully include the creation of sidewalks and pedestrian amenities.
Tuckaleechee Pike Reconstruction
This project needs to be extended the length of this narrow heavily traveled road. Side walk or Wide shoulders should be added or the project would be a waste of money. One mile is not enough!
Northshore Drive at Kingston Pike Intersection Improvements
This intersection is very complicated.Much of the traffic from today's congested intersection cuts through our neighborhood to take out the wait times. Westwood. We have had property damage in our area from oversized vehicles in our smaller residential streets that are using mapping apps and the like to take out the intersection in question. I am fully in favor of work on this area but please do be cautious of the surrounding area and the cut-throughs that will only become more utilized. The other thing to add to this is that the school zoning and traffic movement for all of the elementary, middle, and high schools use this area. Totally appreciate your work on this very important subject. CheersPeter
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
STOP this project. Studies have shown this is not going to fix traffic flow in Blount County. What would would be extending Pellissippi to William Blount Drive then on to HWY 411. Its the rich of Walland that push for easy access to their property and Sevier County tourism. By-passing the towns of Alcoa and Maryville will impact by taking the visitors to the Smokey's away from businesses that need the revenue.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
STOP this project. Studies have shown this is not going to fix traffic flow in Blount County. What would would be extending Pellissippi to William Blount Drive then on to HWY 411. Its the rich of Walland that push for easy access to their property and Sevier County tourism. By-passing the towns of Alcoa and Maryville will impact by taking the visitors to the Smokey's away from businesses that need the revenue.
Sevierville Rd (SR-35/US-411) Reconstruction
Interested as to how you are going to manage the traffic especially during morning and afternoon rush hours?
Union Rd/N Hobbs Rd Reconstruction
Much needed project on a very dangerous street. Project needs to move forward as planned.
I-40/I-75/Campbell Station Road Interchange
This project is long overdue. Congestion increasing yearly with long delays going North or turning West on I40. Needs addressing sooner than projected or will be traffic nightmare.
Strawberry Plains Pike Improvements
Good idea if we have 40 mil available
Strawberry Plains Pike Improvements
Probably going to be necessary with Amazon center going there.
Knoxville South Waterfront Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge
That’s a lot of money for what the Henley street bridge does fairly well. I assume it isn’t high on the priority lust.I agree that separate bridge would be an improvement.
Knoxville South Waterfront Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge
That’s a lot of money for what the Henley street bridge does fairly well. I assume it isn’t high on the priority lust.I agree that separate bridge would be an improvement.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
I oppose this project. We should use taxpayer dollars to repair and improve existing roads. It has not been shown convincingly that the PPE will improve travel times or relieve congestion. The areas where growth is already occurring are in West Maryville, not going cross-country from 33 to 321.
Papermill Drive Complete Street
Please add a sidewalk along the south side of Papermill Drive and a sidewalk and bike lane along Weisgarber from Kingston Pike to Middlebrook Pike. Additionally, please add a turn lane to access commercial businesses on the south side of Papermill.
Papermill Drive Complete Street
Please add a sidewalk along the south side of Papermill Drive and a sidewalk and bike lane along Weisgarber from Kingston Pike to Middlebrook Pike. Additionally, please add a turn lane to access commercial businesses on the south side of Papermill.
Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129) Widening
Please add bike lanes and/or sidewalk to connect greenways and urban wilderness.
I-40 Westbound Interchange at I-275
Please add lane so people going north bound on Alcoa Hwy can stay in their lane and merge on to I-640 without having to merge with I-40/75 west bound traffic. There needs to be more signage encouraging merging i-640 westbound traffic to stay in the right two lanes. People are not abiding by the current signage and are cutting over too soon which causes backups to Alcoa Hwy.
Northshore Drive at Kingston Pike Intersection Improvements
Please add a traffic circle at this intersection, improve pedestrian safety (current sidewalks are narrow and sketchy), improve and keep fourth creek clean to decrease or eliminate flooding in the area.
Northshore Drive at Kingston Pike Intersection Improvements
Please add a traffic circle at this intersection, improve pedestrian safety (current sidewalks are narrow and sketchy), improve and keep fourth creek clean to decrease or eliminate flooding in the area.
I-75 Widening
Given the high truck volume merging at I-75/I-40 and truck weigh station and Watt Road truck stops, there is an excessively high amount of slow moving trucks. This is further worsened on I-40 Eastboard (east of merger) where trucks have to cross lanes from right lane of I-40 to far right lane of merged I-40/I-75. This causes frequent wrecks, major delays, and sudden stops at the merger alone. From there, the incline east of Watt Road to the weigh station needs additional truck lanes due to the incline grade.
I-75 Widening
Given the high truck volume merging at I-75/I-40 and truck weigh station and Watt Road truck stops, there is an excessively high amount of slow moving trucks. This is further worsened on I-40 Eastboard (east of merger) where trucks have to cross lanes from right lane of I-40 to far right lane of merged I-40/I-75. This causes frequent wrecks, major delays, and sudden stops at the merger alone. From there, the incline east of Watt Road to the weigh station needs additional truck lanes due to the incline grade.
I-75 Widening
Given the high truck volume merging at I-75/I-40 and truck weigh station and Watt Road truck stops, there is an excessively high amount of slow moving trucks. This is further worsened on I-40 Eastboard (east of merger) where trucks have to cross lanes from right lane of I-40 to far right lane of merged I-40/I-75. This causes frequent wrecks, major delays, and sudden stops at the merger alone. From there, the incline east of Watt Road to the weigh station needs additional truck lanes due to the incline grade.
Oak Ridge Hwy (SR-62)
Traffic on SR-62 is not only a poor level of service (by volume) but frequently has slow moving trucks and equipment between Oak Ridge and Knoxville with few viable passing lane options. By having 4 lanes from Schaad Road to SR-162, more traffic will use this to and from Knoxville to Oak Ridge in lieu of I-40 or I-75.
Oak Ridge Rails to Trails
I support this project. The railroad is long abandoned, but negotiations with CVS are still going on. I would like to see them move more quickly.
Washington Pike
We move here in April 2020. This project is long overdue. Washington Pike to Murphy Road is heavily congested and dangerous for traffic and pedestrians alike.Thank you.
Relocated Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129)
Current 129 route is unsafe.
Relocated Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129)
Current 129 route is unsafe.
Burnett Station Road
Improves connectivity, and shoulders are needed to improve safety.
Montvale Rd (SR-336) Reconstruction
This is a heavily used road too narrow for current traffic
Morganton Road Phase II
This is a needed improvement to a heavily used road
Old Knoxville Hwy (SR-33) Reconstruction
Turn lanes needed to improve traffic flow and safety
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
When are we ever going to move forward on finishing this road that was proposed by Governor Alexander 40 years ago!
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
I view this as poor utilization of our transportation dollars. This is an unnecessary road when we have pressing needs to maintain current roadways and to look to roadway improvements that address safety issues.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
Way too much money and not enough benefit to the community. Spend the money on repairing and improving safety on current roadways
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
too expensive. Funds would be better spent improving and maintaining current roadways
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
This will not solve any problems but will direct traffic away from Maryville and destroy valuable green space and farmland
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
We need to repair the roads we already have and not build a new highway that directs traffic away from city centers and destroys green space and farmland
Peppermint Road
Improves connectivity between key roadways.
Sevierville Rd (SR-35/US-411) Reconstruction
A great idea to put turn lanes. The road could slso use shoulders for additional safety.
Sevierville Rd (SR-35/US-411) Reconstruction
Key roadway where turn lanes are needed to improve safety.
Wildwood Road
Shoulders are needed on this well-traveled road.
Emory Rd (SR-131)
Absolutely necessary. Should be top line project
Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129) Widening
We need more bike lanes and the Maryville Alcoa to Knoxville corridor is one place that will be heavily used
I-40 Westbound Interchange at I-275
Entrance ramp from the Henley Street Tunnel to I-40 West is way too SHORT!
James White Parkway corridor improvements
Already ruined Moody. There are never any bikes on this road anyway.
James White Parkway Roadway improvements
Leave the Parkway alone. Use Cottrell for Bikes!
Sevierville Rd (SR-35/US-411) Widening
This is a project that should have been done years ago. With children walking, biking snd/or being dropped off at school this is a very dangerous area. Providing bike and foot paths might actually reduce early morning traffic.
Boyds Creek Highway (SR 338) at Old Knoxville Highway Intersection Improvements
A traffic light here is sorely needed!
Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129) Widening
Yes, yes. This needs to be widened and improved for facility of movement, access to airport, and especially to increase safety!
Topside Road (SR-333) Improvements
Would this make it safer at high traffic times? Then do it.
US 129 Widening
If it needs to be this wide for safety, do it.
Ellejoy Road
Ellejoy Road has suffered a dramatic increase in traffic in the past decade or so, and is in need of improvement.
Middlesettlements Rd at Miser Station Rd Intersection Improvements
This improvement is needed!
Old Knoxville Hwy (SR-33) Reconstruction
This will be a needed improvement.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
The Pellissippi Parkway extension will not benefit the residents of Blount County. It will actually destroy some of our beautiful environment. I believe an extension of the parkway will also fracture our county, as a 4-lane highway will divide the land.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
Please do NOT build this project. It will not serve any of our actual needs. We have urgent safety issues in roads in our region, and it would be irresponsible to spend our limited transportation funds on an unnecessary new highway.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
Do not build the PPE. We do not need it.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
Do NOT build the PPE. We do not need this highway, as it will not serve any actual needs.We have urgent safety issues on our existing road system. Fix those, and do not waste our transportation dollars on an unnecessary new highway.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
Do NOT build the PPE. It serves no actual need. Please fix the safety and congestion issues on our existing roads and do not waste our tax money on an unnecessary new highway.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
The PPE should NOT be built. It will not serve any of our actual transportation needs. Please address our safety and congestion issues on the road system we have now, and do not waste tax dollars on an unnecessary new highway.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
Do not build the PPE. Fix the problems on our existing roads instead.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
Do NOT build the PPE. We do not need a new highway. Fix the urgent safety and congestion problems on our existing roadways instead.
Peppermint Road
Turn lanes would be helpful. The intersection of Peppermint with Sevierville Road is particularly problematic. Someday soon a traffic light will be needed.
Wildwood Road
Turn lanes would be helpful at several intersections.
Gov John Sevier Hwy (SR-168)
Good idea. There is a lot of truck traffic on this roadway, and I would expect that to increase.
Northshore Dr (SR-332)
Yes! This is needed. Much recent traffic increase on this roadway lined with residential neighborhoods. Especially like making this more bicycle & pedestrian-friendly.
Atlantic Avenue Sidewalk
Definitely need more sidewalks in OLP
Chapman Highway Advanced Traffic Management System
Yes! This is a good project.
Intersection Improvements on U.S. 321 Realign Amerine Rd and Grandview Dr
These are awkward intersections. Please fix.
Montvale Rd (SR-336) Widening
yes, needed.
Montvale Rd (SR-336) Widening
This is a worthwhile project, in a area of growth.
W Broadway Ave (SR-33/US-411) Improvements
Fix this problem intersection.
Chapman Hwy (SR-71/US-441) Operational and Safety Improvements
The projects to improve safety on Chapman Highway have been needed for a long time.
Chapman Hwy (SR-71/US-441) Operational and Safety Improvements
Chapman Highway is in need of improvements for sure, especially in this area.
Chapman Hwy (SR-71/US-441) Operational and Safety Improvements
Please make Chapman Highway safer.
Home Avenue Extension
YES ! excellent idea.
Relocated Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129)
Looks like a good idea.
US 129 Widening
From my travels through that area during busy and non-busy times, this shouldn't be a priority for funding. I can't remember when I couldn't get through the intersection in one change of the light no matter what direction I'm going.
Blount County Greenway Trail - Phase 1 & 2
please add!!
Old Knoxville Hwy (SR-33) Reconstruction
Yes, yes. Turn lanes needed on this busy commercial street.
Peppermint Road
A busy road, needs turn lanes
Sevierville Rd (SR-35/US-411) Reconstruction
This project is very much needed !Dangerous road, no shoulders, no turn lanes.
Wildwood Road
Heavily traveled road, needs improvement !
Gov John Sevier Hwy (SR-168)
No. Not a priority
Maryville to Townsend Greenway - Phase 1 (Brown Creek)
Love to bike and walk Blount County - please complete!
Sevierville Rd (SR-35/US-411) Widening
Yes, good idea.
Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129) Widening
All Alcoa Highway projects should take priority. It has been a death trap for decades.
Harvest Lane Extension
This would elevate traffic on U.S. 129 and create a safer connector for employees that work on and near Robert C. Jackson.
Home Avenue Extension
This was proposed many years ago by Hunter Interests and would really expedite travel through Maryville, east to west,
Home Avenue Extension
This would make this a whole lot safer and reliable for making connections.
Pellissippi Place Access Road Extension
People can use Sam Houston Schoolhouse Road to get from Old Knoxville Highway to Wildwood Road. The Pellissippi Place needs access that it already has.
Relocated Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129)
All these Alcoa Highway projects should happen
Relocated Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129)
Please add connection to greenways
Robert C Jackson Dr Extension - Ph I
Please add greenway to connect to existing
Robert C Jackson Dr Extension - Ph I
This is the part of the county where growth is requiring infrastructure improvements. Completing the entire Robert C. Jackson route will help a great deal.
Robert C Jackson Dr Extension - Ph I
This would be a Critical corridor for DENSO and several other major businesses as well as residents in the area and along the route of Robert C Jackson.
Robert C Jackson Dr Extension - Ph II
Add greenway to connect to existing.
US 129 Widening
Would help with the lone lines at these intersections.
US 129 Widening
This is the area of the county where the growth is happening
US 129 Widening
Alcoa Highway already has higher traffic volumes than many interstate, limited-access highways. Any improvements to make the volume of cars and trucks move more safely and efficiently should be considered.
US 129 Widening
This would make this route a lot better as well as eventually making the intersection at Louisville Rd an interchange to allow more controlled access and continuous flow of U.S. 129 traffic.
Blount County Greenway Trail - Phase 1 & 2
Greenway extension needed
Burnett Station Road
No need for turn lanes, but widening the road with a little extra room on each shoulder would be a huge help. Plus, posting additional speed limit signs would be helpful.
Burnett Station Road
I use Burnett Station Road to get to and from Knoxville. It is narrow and dangerous and runs to and from a school. It should be reconstructed as soon as possible.
Ellejoy Road
Much needed improvements will assist with the younger drivers from the high school and improve traffic flow during morning and afternoon school traffic.
Ellejoy Road
Another narrow heavily travelled rural road that is dangerous.
Jeffries Hollow Road
Another narrow two lane road that carries a lot of traffic to and from Sevier County.
Montvale Rd (SR-336) Reconstruction
This narrow rural road is dangerous.
Morganton Road Phase II
Please add sidewalks or bike trails
Morganton Road Phase III
Residential and commercial growth in the west of Maryville makes this necessary.
Morganton Road Reconstruction - Phase 1
Overcrowded and dangerous road in the area of current growth.
Morganton Road Reconstruction - Phase 1
Add sidewalks for bikes and pedestrians to mall
Morganton Road Reconstruction - Phase 1
This road needs more safety improvements beyond just shoulders and turn lanes. I used to live on this road and it was so dangerous to leave our neighborhood.
Old Knoxville Hwy (SR-33) Reconstruction
Could use widening and improvements.
Old Knoxville Hwy (SR-33) Reconstruction
Not sure this is needed...
Old Knoxville Hwy (SR-33) Reconstruction - Rockford
This road is not as narrow as some of the others but needs turn lanes at intersections.
Old Niles Ferry Road Reconstruction
Another narrow and dangerous road with lots of traffic in a growth area.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
There is absolutely no need to expand this roadway. The damage to personal property and farms completely out weigh the 2 minute route (129/321) that already exist.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
Complete waste of taxpayer dollars when so many other roads that currently need repair and improvements.
Peppermint Road
This narrow and crooked road is dangerous.
Peppermint Road
Definite need for widening this road.
Sevierville Rd (SR-35/US-411) Reconstruction
I live on Sevierville Road halfway between Maryville and Chapman Highway. It is a narrow and dangerous and heavily travelled two lane federal highway. This reconstruction should be done as soon as possible.
Wildwood Road
Definite need for widening this road!!
Wildwood Road
I use this road regularly and know it to be too narrow for safety.
I-40/75 Widening
I've traveled inter-city here several times, and the amount of people attempting to merge on the smaller roads is a bottleneck. Widening it is a good call.
I-40/I-75/Campbell Station Road Interchange
This is much needed. Traffic from this interchange often backs up as far as the entrance to Turkey Creek.
Gov John Sevier Hwy (SR-168)
Heaavily travelled
Gov John Sevier Hwy (SR-168)
This is well overdue for this major road.
Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129) Widening
Alcoa Highway has been a death trap for decades and this is important!
Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129) Widening
All Alcoa Highway projects need to be done as soon as possible. These projects will save lives as well as expedite travel.
Northshore Drive at Kingston Pike Intersection Improvements
This intersection slows down everyone traveling on both roads. A wider and faster intersection is much needed
Amerine Road Improvements
This was supposed to serve a WalMart that is not going to be built...
Carpenters Grade Rd Reconstruction and Intersection Improvements
More growth induced congestion makes this needed.
Montvale Rd (SR-336) Widening
This is another narrow rural road that is unsafe and needs improvement.
Sevierville Rd (SR-35/US-411) Widening
I live on Sevierville Road, east of this section, and drive it daily. It has been dangerous for decades and needs turn lanes at intersections and shoulders.
Sevierville Rd (SR-35/US-411) Widening
Heavily used and too narrow.
Tuckaleechee Pike Reconstruction
Definitely needs longer turn lane and wider lanes.
Tuckaleechee Pike Reconstruction
Heavily travelled and too narrow.
Washington Street Improvements from E. Broadway Ave. to U.S. 321
This has become congested and this can help.
Wilkinson Pike Widening
Another narrow and dangerous road.
Chapman Hwy (SR-71/US-441) Operational and Safety Improvements
Chapman Highway projects should all be done as soon as possible. This project is way overdue.
Chapman Hwy (SR-71/US-441) Operational and Safety Improvements
Anything to make Chapman safer!
Tulane Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue Roundabout Construction
A roundabout for this intersection would help greatly
Harvest Lane Extension
This project is necessary for the safety of Blount county residents and workers because of recent development that is increasing and will continue to increase traffic. We should address existing needs before using our limited road funds for new roads.
Montvale Rd (SR-336) Reconstruction
This project is necessary for the safety of Blount county residents and workers because of recent development that is increasing and will continue to increase traffic. We should address existing needs before using our limited road funds for new roads.
Morganton Road Phase III
This project is necessary for the safety of Blount county residents and workers because of recent development that is increasing and will continue to increase traffic. We should address existing needs before using our limited road funds for new roads.
Morganton Road Phase IV
This project is necessary for the safety of Blount county residents and workers because of recent development that is increasing and will continue to increase traffic. We should address existing needs before using our limited road funds for new roads.
Old Niles Ferry Road Reconstruction
This project is necessary for the safety of Blount county residents and workers because of recent development that is increasing and will continue to increase traffic. We should address existing needs before using our limited road funds for new roads.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
This project should not be built. It will not solve any of our actual road needs.We have urgent safety issues on roads in our county and region. It is irresponsible to spend our limited road funds on an unnecessary new highway.
Sevierville Rd (SR-35/US-411) Reconstruction
This is a project that should go forward immediately. The current state of the highway is very dangerous.
Sevierville Rd (SR-35/US-411) Reconstruction
This survey allows me to write on top of other people's comments. What's with that?
Carpenters Grade Rd Reconstruction and Intersection Improvements
This project is necessary for the safety of Blount county residents and workers because of recent development that is increasing and will continue to increase traffic. We should address existing needs before using our limited road funds for new roads.
Montvale Rd (SR-336) Widening
This project is necessary for the safety of Blount county residents and workers because of recent development that is increasing and will continue to increase traffic. We should address existing needs before using our limited road funds for new roads.
Montvale Rd (SR-336) Widening
This project is necessary for the safety of Blount county residents and workers because of recent development that is increasing and will continue to increase traffic. We should address existing needs before using our limited road funds for new roads.
Old Niles Ferry Road Widening
This is a project that should go forward. There has been explosive growth on or near this road. Traffic on this road has grown exponentially.
Sevierville Rd (SR-35/US-411) Widening
This project is necessary for the safety of Blount county residents and workers because of recent development that is increasing and will continue to increase traffic. We should address existing needs before using our limited road funds for new roads.
Tuckaleechee Pike Reconstruction
This project is necessary for the safety of Blount county residents and workers because of recent development that is increasing and will continue to increase traffic. We should address existing needs before using our limited road funds for new roads.
W. Broadway Avenue (S.R. 33) Improvements
This project is necessary for the safety of Blount county residents and workers because of recent development that is increasing and will continue to increase traffic. We should address existing needs before using our limited road funds for new roads.
Wilkinson Pike Widening
This project is necessary for the safety of Blount county residents and workers because of recent development that is increasing and will continue to increase traffic. We should address existing needs before using our limited road funds for new roads.
Emory Valley Road at Melton Lake Drive Roundabout Construction
High traffic pedestrian area could benefit significantly from the calming effect of a traffic circle.
Oak Ridge Rails to Trails
Excellent augmentation of existing trail / greenway infrastructure.
Tulane Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue Roundabout Construction
This intersection has been a perennial problem in Oak Ridge. And as it is close to the High School, it also poses a hazard to school-age pedestrians.
Boyds Creek Highway (SR 338) at Old Knoxville Highway Intersection Improvements
A new exit must be discussed for access to the county as an alternative to 407 especially with the new development by the cherokee nation. A suggestion would be closer to mile marker 410
Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129) Widening
This effort will provide a large portion of the greenway for Knox./Blount counties.
Blount County Greenway Trail - Phase 1 & 2
This important link will provide active transportation opportunities to residential areas and the Heritage middle and high schools.
I-140 ITS Expansion
Pellissippi needs a non motorized access lane to provide transportation for all!
I-40/I-75/Campbell Station Road Interchange
this project is desperately needed as Hardin Valley, Farragut and southwest Knox County continue to build out. The congestion in this area is negatively impacting the businesses in the area.
Jamestowne Boulevard Study
connectivity is important in every area of our community. This project would provide for a more connected center of Farragut, as they work toward creating a pedestrian oriented town center.
Gibbs Schools Pedestrian Bridge
Improved access to schools for students, staff, and community members.
Gibbs Schools Pedestrian Bridge
A safe pedestrian crossing is needed to connect these schools that are located on a busy, fast road
Gov John Sevier Hwy (SR-168)
Example of a useful and needed project !
I-40/I-75/Watt Rd Interchange
There is often an accident just past Watt Rd on I-40E.
Northshore Dr (SR-332)
Let's get on with it, especially in the Rocky Hill area. Lengthening the existing turn lane would make a major difference, especially during morning and afternoon rush hours.
Northshore Dr (SR-332)
need is for separated bike and ped paths on both sides of road. I would as the powers that be, to go ride their or someones bike on northshore dr now. No bike lane is safe, or pleasant to almost everyone when traffic is moving at 45 to 60 mph.
Northshore Dr (SR-332)
This stretch of highway mostly without shoulders is dangerous for pedestrians and drivers alike. Implementing bike/pedestrian accommodation will be great!
Tazewell Pike and Fairview Road Intersection
Intersection design should prioritize safety of pedestrian crossings
East Knox Greenway - Phase 1
this community needs a greenway
First Creek Greenway - Downtown East
must invest to connect our greenways.
I-40 Westbound Interchange at I-275
Always congestion here from 4PM - 6PM Mon-Fri.
James White Parkway corridor improvements
Hillwood is a safety concern for all involved and should be addressed.
James White Parkway corridor improvements
Safety Hazard for all that needs addressed
James White Parkway Roadway improvements
Please construct this critical bike/ped connection ASAP- it is a missing link for the bike network
Knoxville South Waterfront Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge
huge cost no where to ride in south knoxville
Magnolia Ave/Rutledge Pike/Asheville Hwy Interchange Improvements
Yes to bike lanes and sidewalks! Is a traffic circle possible?
Magnolia Ave/Rutledge Pike/Asheville Hwy Interchange Improvements
More sidewalks everywhere!
Magnolia Ave/Rutledge Pike/Asheville Hwy Interchange Improvements
This busy road needs physical separation of bike lanes from vehicular traffic not just paint
Magnolia Ave/Rutledge Pike/Asheville Hwy Interchange Improvements
completing this project will be an economic benefit to businesses along Magnolia and in Burlington.
Magnolia Avenue Streetscape - Phase 5
this area will not see much economic benefit from this project.
Northshore Drive at Kingston Pike Intersection Improvements
heavy traffic all day/every day. expand turn lanes.
Purchase KAT Vehicles - Fixed Route Buses
buy electric buses. overhaul some buses to expand their life but replace with electric.
South Knoxville Bridge Greenway
I marked like, but the devil is in the details. Needs to be, as it is for cars, on both sides of the bridge.
South Knoxville Waterfront Roadway Improvements
Would rather see the dollars for roundabout spent on Hillwood first.
Tyson Park/Fort Sanders Bike Connection
This missing link would give greater access to central downtown Knoxville and the University ofTN.
Tyson Park/Fort Sanders Bike Connection
This is and has been a major need for bikeway continuity.
Westland Drive Complete Street
High priority. Essential to provide walkability/bikeability to several densely populated neighborhoods otherwise entirely car-dependent. Connectivity to lakeshore and the third creek corridor greenway system would be ideal.
Westland Drive Complete Street
this facility is very much needed and will get a lot of use by the neighborhood as well as bike commuters
Maryville to Townsend Greenway - Phase 1 (Brown Creek)
This will enhance the active travel areas of Maryville and Alcoa will improve access.
Chapman Hwy (SR-71/US-441) Operational and Safety Improvements
Make Chapman Highway safe for all users which it is not presently especially for people walking
Emory Valley Road at Melton Lake Drive Roundabout Construction
roundabouts are very useful and aesthetically pleasing.
Bike Parking
Provides needed safety infrastructure.
ETHRA Transit Vehicle Replacement Project
Increased use of transit is essential to reduce carbon emissions and provide better access to jobs and support seri.
I-40/75 Widening
Having two major interstates merge into one creates a lot of traffic, and the addition of lanes will help with traffic flow.
Northshore Drive at Kingston Pike Intersection Improvements
I work near this area and that intersection is always a mess. At times, it takes up to 3 cycles of the traffic light to make it across the intersection.
First Creek Greenway - Downtown East
Love any paths that connect greenways. Would make it really nice to get out to the botanical gardens.
Middlebrook Pike Complete Street
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE. I've gotten almost hit ont his stretch of road very often and it makes biking out west unpleasant and unlikely for me.
Bike Parking
I'm a big fan of increased bike parking! This is very helpful for me to be an active consumer in Downtown.
Morganton Road Phase II
Extreme increase in housing starts is making this a dangerous highway.
Jamestowne Boulevard Study
Such improvements (i. e. volume boosting) are inevitable. Hopefully it can be done while preserving the pastoral character of Jamestowne.
Oak Ridge Hwy (SR-62)
Much needed fix due to the increase of houses in the area. Also need to look at the other 2 lane roads in the area and improve traffic flow to them as well
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162)
Much needed due to added traffic with the booming area of Hardin valley and Karns.
Traffic Signal Improvements for the U.T. Area
Project would assist with traffic flow in UT area-
Montvale Rd (SR-336) Widening
This project has been in the works too long and needs to be completed
Old Niles Ferry Road Widening
Bikes and pedestrians sharing road together with motor traffic with no ability to maintain a safe space.
Sevierville Rd (SR-35/US-411) Widening
Traffic increases make this impoprtant
Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129) ITS Expansion Phase 2
Long overdue project. The Entrance to I.C.King Park is very dangerous and needs to be completely changed or upgraded. I've almost killed myself several times getting in and out of the park from Alcoa Highway.
Gibbs Schools Pedestrian Bridge
This is NEEDED, especially for kids who walk to school. Even better would be sidewalks between all 3 schools.
Gibbs Schools Pedestrian Bridge
Also need additional sidewalks to connect neighborhoods in the PRZ for each school to the school campuses.
Gov John Sevier Hwy (SR-168)
Long overdue due to growth in the area. I would think 4 lanes with a center turn lane would be an even better choice since this area is becoming less and less rural and more city-like.
Intersection Improvement at Beaver Ridge Road and West Emory Road
Due to the large number of current and in construction neighborhoods near this intersection and it's very close proximity to the elementary school, kt would be hugely helpful to include sidewalks in this intersection expansion.
Tazewell Pike and Fairview Road Intersection
Fairview should also be widened or otherwise improved from Tazewell Pike to E Emory to support additional traffic already using the road after the Thompson School realignment.
Baker Creek Greenway
The more bike/pedestrian paths, the better.
Baker Creek Greenway
This is the first I've heard about this project and I think it is perfect for the growing urban wilderness areas. They should all be connected, where possible and feasible. This would also help with parking problems at some local trailheads, etc.
Chapman Highway Advanced Traffic Management System
Something needs to be done about the speeding in this section. Additional left turn lanes are needed, as well as bike lanes in both directions.
I-40 Westbound Interchange at I-275
The on ramp from service drive onto I-40 west is WAY too short and very dangerous. Something needs to be done to either extende it or move westbound traffic to the left to allow vehicles to merge onto I-40 westbound in a safe manner.
James White Parkway corridor improvements
This is a "must-do" project in addition to the new park being built. This will help accomodate the additional pedestrians and cyclist coming from north of the river to visit the urban wilderness areas of South Knoxville.
James White Parkway corridor improvements
I agree this needs to be completed in a timely manner to expand on the urban wilderness areas and access to and from them.
Knoxville South Waterfront Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge
Why?
Knoxville South Waterfront Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge
This would be fantastic for us South Knoxville residents to get to UTK on our bikes or walking.
Knoxville South Waterfront Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge
This would be amazing!!
Northshore Drive at Kingston Pike Intersection Improvements
This intersection is awful and in need of an upgrade.
South Knoxville Bridge Greenway
Another great idea linking the north areas to the urban wilderness in South Knoxville. This is also a "Must-Do" project.
South Waterfront Greenway - West of Cityview
Scottish Pike Park is underutilized and this would help bring more people to that small park. Excellent idea that I'd like to see built sooner rather than later.
Tazewell Pike Sidewalk
Please consider extending sidewalks on west side of Jacksboro pike between Tazewell and Garden drive
Washington Pike
Much needed
Chapman Hwy (SR-71/US-441) Operational and Safety Improvements
Speeding is a concern on this stretch of highway and there is a lack of bike lanes in both directions.
Tulane Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue Roundabout Construction
A needed safety and neighborhood improvement project.
I-40/I-75/Campbell Station Road Interchange
Past due for this project. Yes!
I-40/I-75/Campbell Station Road Interchange
Serious bottleneck and must be fixed
Jamestowne Boulevard Study
May relieve congestion at the K-P and CS intersection perhaps resulting in a more comfortable pedestrian experience. Lots to walk to now down there.
Virtue Road Reconstruction
Roadway is narrow with considerable pavement drop-off. The roadway is a highly used road for SW Knox and Loudon County residents.
Campbell Station Re-Alignment
Need a safer means between Farragut to Hardin Valley.
Gibbs Schools Pedestrian Bridge
There should be bike routes throughout the Gibs community.
Gibbs Schools Pedestrian Bridge
This would be wonderful for students!
Northshore Dr (SR-332)
Need pedestrian facilities on Northshore
Northshore Dr (SR-332)
Very narrow with considerable roadway drop off.
Northshore Dr (SR-332)
Need pedestrian facilities on nearshore
Northshore Drive (County Road Portion)
This section of roadway is narrow and with considerable pavement drop-off (no shoulder). Traffic levels have increased over the years.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162)
This area must be addressed to support the regions goals for growth and support the exploding population.
Tazewell Pike and Fairview Road Intersection
There are wrecks here all the time! It is extremely dangerous.
Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129) Widening
Don't think the road needs to be widened, just need the bike and pedestrian facilities
I-40 Westbound Interchange at I-275
This interchange needs much improvement
James White Parkway Roadway improvements
YES
Knoxville Center Mall Area Circulation Study
I believe exit/entry ramps need to be installed directly to the former mall area to avoid additional truck traffic on already congested roadways.
Liberty Street Multimodal Project
Would help with connecting to third creek greenway
Liberty Street Multimodal Project
Important for bike safety!
Magnolia Ave/Rutledge Pike/Asheville Hwy Interchange Improvements
Bike lanes are necessary for safety.
Tyson Park/Fort Sanders Bike Connection
This is very much needed as there is not a safe way to access the quite roads of the fort without riding the wrong way on the sidewalk on Cumberland.
Tyson Park/Fort Sanders Bike Connection
Very good for safety!
Westland Drive Complete Street
YES!!
Woodland Ave. Complete Street
Very necessary for safety
Chapman Hwy (SR-71/US-441) Operational and Safety Improvements
This is so needed for safety!
Edgemoor Road (SR-170) - Phase 1
So important for bicyclists
Emory Valley Road at Melton Lake Drive Roundabout Construction
Major bottleneck
Boyds Creek Highway (SR 338) at Old Knoxville Highway Intersection Improvements
I live near here and weekly accidents happen here . A light is needed very badly. To much traffic due to resort in this road along with people using Old Knox Hwy as a by pass from 66. For this reason a light is needed and has been needed for a long time !
Tulane Avenue at Pennsylvania Avenue Roundabout Construction
I like roundabouts, they are more efficient.
TVA Bull Run Site Study
I would like to see this area used as a public park space. Hopefully public walking areas, mountain bike trails, disc golf park, and/or habitat for wildlife and wildlife viewing.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162)
This is a great plan for a highly traversed road. Also expanding to allow for multi use is great since I have heard there is potential for greenway applications from the Kingston Pike area to Oak Ridge.
East Knox Greenway - Phase 1
Bicycle infrastructure is always a good thing!
James White Parkway Roadway improvements
With the construction of the new park at the end of James White this is the perfect opportunity to cut down on unused lanes for this road and turn them into green space and public use tracks for walking and riding.
Knoxville South Waterfront Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge
this would be lovely; one really cannot get over there without mixing it up in traffic for at least a few blocks. Being able to bike with kids without the worry of traffic would be fabulous.
Liberty Street Multimodal Project
The more we can make connections to existing greenway systems the better all of it becomes.
South Waterfront Greenway - East of Suttree
Riding on the road as an adult is not too bad, but this would really make it safer for family trips.
South Waterfront Greenway - West of Cityview
If the bridge were to be installed this would be a necessity, to connect safely to existing infrastructure.
Atlantic Avenue Sidewalk
Love sidewalks
Baker Creek Greenway
As a frequent user of this area, I would love this.
Chapman Highway Advanced Traffic Management System
Anything to help Chapman.
East Knox Greenway - Phase 1
It would be great to be able to safely bike there.
First Creek Greenway - Downtown East
Very cool.
James White Parkway corridor improvements
Love it.
James White Parkway Roadway improvements
I travel this road every day, and there is plenty or room for a safe (and hopefully protected) bik e/pedestrian lane
Knoxville Advanced Traffic Management System - Phase 2
yes for smarter traffic systems
Knoxville South Waterfront Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge
Very cool!
Liberty Street Multimodal Project
They certainly need some help.
Middlebrook Pike Complete Street
Yes!
South Waterfront Greenway - East of Suttree
This sounds incredible to me!
Traffic Signal Improvements for the U.T. Area
I love smarter traffic systems.
Tyson Park/Fort Sanders Bike Connection
Sounds like a great idea to me!
Westland Drive Complete Street
Very much needed.
Woodland Ave. Complete Street
This would be great.
Chapman Hwy (SR-71/US-441) Operational and Safety Improvements
Anything that can help Chapman.
Chapman Hwy (SR-71/US-441) Operational and Safety Improvements
Every little bit helps Chapman.
Bike Parking
Anything to encourage more bike riding and less cars.
Montvale Rd (SR-336) Reconstruction
This road between Blockhouse and 6 Mile Road is extremely dangerous and is in dire need of improvement. Guard rails are needed NOW. There are places where there is an almost sheer drop off at the edge of pavement of 10' or more.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
Get it done ASAP
Farragut Advanced Traffic Management System - Phase 1
This stretch of Kingston Pike can be especially grueling if one is getting all red traffic lights. If these lights were synchronized I believe it would help with congestion quite a bit.
Farragut Advanced Traffic Management System - Phase 1
I think a centralized signalization system will help tremendously with congestion.
Jamestowne Boulevard Study
With the recent and forthcoming attractions at Kingston Pike and Campbell Station Rd, I imagine that intersection will become even more congested. Alternative routes would be great to alleviate some of this traffic.
Emory Rd (SR-131)
Please do no make it a 5 lane section like the existing is through Powell. People drive way to fast and it is unsafe. Look at a possible 3 lane section, roundabouts and signals.
I-75 at Emory Rd (SR-131) Interchange
Yes Please!!
Northshore Dr (SR-332)
My only concern with adding bicycle lanes is that drivers are frequently exceeding the posted limit on this stretch of Northshore.
Northshore Drive (County Road Portion)
It's hard to have an opinion on this project when the description only lists "provide better connectivity". Please list the proposed improvements in more detail.
James White Parkway corridor improvements
Please retain bike-friendly attributes. Opportunity to eliminate railroad tracks?
James White Parkway corridor improvements
This section of roadway should be improved for vehicles. As it is now, it is often unsafe to use in a vehicle and should not encourage bike or pedestrians given the safety considerations.
James White Parkway corridor improvements
Leave James White Parkway alone.
James White Parkway Roadway improvements
Great idea to expand bike capability on these corridors. Wonderful complement to the Gateway
James White Parkway Roadway improvements
This limits capacity for a bridge that is one of three that provides access to and from South Knoxville into Downtown and to points beyond. Given the impacts of bridge work as facilities age, it seems short sided to eliminate capacity of this bridge.
Knoxville Advanced Traffic Management System - Phase 1
This stretch of Kingston Pike can be especially grueling if one is getting all red traffic lights. If these lights were synchronized I believe it would help with congestion quite a bit.
Knoxville Advanced Traffic Management System - Phase 1
This stretch of Kingston Pike can be especially grueling if one is getting all red traffic lights. If these lights were synchronized I believe it would help with congestion quite a bit.
Knoxville Advanced Traffic Management System - Phase 1
This stretch of Kingston Pike can be especially grueling if one is getting all red traffic lights. If these lights were synchronized I believe it would help with congestion quite a bit.
Knoxville Center Mall Area Circulation Study
Please help this area
Middlebrook Pike Complete Street
We have very few protected bike lanes, this is a step in the right direction.
Northshore Drive at Kingston Pike Intersection Improvements
I travel through this intersection at least twice a day, and I regularly see large trucks tracking over the sidewalk as they make right turns from different directions.
Papermill Drive Corridor Improvements
Adding a turn lane would be incredibly beneficial to serve the businesses along this corridor.
Chapman Hwy (SR-71/US-441) Operational and Safety Improvements
Supportive of the operational improvements to Chapman Highway. Not supportive of adding bike and pedestrians facilities without a complete rebuild of the street; there are too many conflicts.
Woodland Ave. Complete Street
Several cars on park or put their trash cans on the bike lane. Do not feel safe cycling on this road(s).
Emory Rd (SR-131)
Yes, yes, and yes. This is desperately needed. I live in Gibbs and my entire extended family lives in Halls, so road is traveled every day.
Gibbs Schools Pedestrian Bridge
I have personally seen video of children trying to cross the street to get to the other school, and it is scary and concerning. Pedestrian bridge is needed.
Gov John Sevier Hwy (SR-168)
Increased capacity on this roadway should help alleviate traffic backups during rush hour.
Knox County Advanced Traffic Management System - Phase II
Halls is continuing to grow and needs new infrastructure to allow for traffic.
Tazewell Pike and Fairview Road Intersection
I live half a mile from this intersection. It's incredibly dangerous.
KAT Express Service Enhancement - Broadway Transit Signal Priority
I agree that smart transit options should begin to be implemented. Broadway can be quite congested, especially with the numerous traffic lights.
Knoxville Advanced Traffic Management System - Phase 1
I drive this stretch of Broadway every day. Signal timing is a major problem, especially around Hotel (Gresham Middle traffic).
Knoxville Center Mall Area Circulation Study
If this area is going to be a viable option for business prospects, there needs to be some improvements made.
Tazewell Pike Sidewalk
Agree that there is quite a bit of pedestrian traffic in that area.
Tuckaleechee Pike Reconstruction
Turn lanes should improve access to some of the commercial properties on Tuckaleechee near 321.
Lovell Rd Widening (SR-131)
I support this. It is part of the larger Schaad Road project which will allow for healthy growth in the area.
First Creek Greenway - Broadway Streetscape
this will make it safer for pedestrians, esp. students from the high school
First Creek Greenway - North Knox
yes, this will be a great improvement
Knoxville Advanced Traffic Management System - Phase 1
this should make broadway safer
Knoxville Northwest Greenway Connector Ph. 2
Need to further connect Greenway systems with Jean Teague by West Hills
Magnolia Avenue Streetscape - Phase 4
This area has been neglected for decades and should greatly benefit from these improvements
Middlebrook Pike (SR-169) ATMS Expansion
Support!There are several traffic lights along this route that appear "primitive", as in they are not using live traffic data for more efficient timing. Upgrading this will result in less emissions, faster commutes, and less frustration for commuters.
Papermill Drive Corridor Improvements
How many lines of traffic have you waited in for people turning left into McKay's bookstore?This should have been constructed ten years ago - high priority!
Tyson Park/Fort Sanders Bike Connection
this is a great project that would help people get to Tyson park without having to go on cumberland/kingston pk
Woodland Ave. Complete Street
this will make it safer for pedestrians, esp. students from the high school
Washington Street Improvements from E. Broadway Ave. to U.S. 321
This is much needed for the area. Tight lanes on this stretch.
East Knox Greenway - Phase 1
would love to see this constructed. more greenways are always a good thing and should be a priority
Magnolia Avenue Streetscape - Phase 3
first 2 phases are great, would like to see this entire corridor finished
Magnolia Avenue Streetscape - Phase 4
first 2 phases are great, would like to see this entire corridor finished
Magnolia Avenue Streetscape - Phase 5
first 2 phases are great, would like to see this entire corridor finished
I-40/I-75/Campbell Station Road Interchange
Excellent project. Current area is potentail death trap now
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162)
long over due, The are is not safe now
Tazewell Pike and Fairview Road Intersection
This is very important. The traffic through this road is highly dangerous without these improvements.
Edgemoor Road (SR-170) - Phase 1
Currently to much traffic and not enough road
Emory Valley Road at Melton Lake Drive Roundabout Construction
Would be an improvement vs the light
Oak Ridge Signal Timing Optimization Program: Phase II
This would be a great improvement to the traffic flow.
TVA Bull Run Site Study
The area need to be redeveloped
ETHRA Transit Vehicle Replacement Project
The Karns community is in need of infrastructure improvements throughout due to a sharp increase in population from the addition of several subdivisions built in the area.
ETHRA Transit Vehicle Replacement Project
Contract this service out
Boyds Creek Highway (SR 338) at Old Knoxville Highway Intersection Improvements
This is a dangerous intersection where many accidents have been reported.
Intersection Improvement at Beaver Ridge Road and West Emory Road
That entire strip of road can get a little dangerous, so I think it could be a great improvement!
Chapman Highway Multiuse Path
overdue!
East Knox Greenway - Phase 1
East Knox is sorely lacking in safe bike routes. The neighborhood streets provide a good alternative, but with more established protected routes, bike routes connecting to other parts of the city could improve transportation options in an equitable way.
James White Parkway corridor improvements
This is decent as-is, but there are gaps in cyclist and pedestrian protection right at the busiest intersection with the on/off ramps for James White.
Boyds Creek Highway (SR 338) at Old Knoxville Highway Intersection Improvements
Be nice if they talk to us we live here an dont wont rd in our yard why we bought here to get off rd not going for changes that take our land an put rd closer to our house
I-40/I-75/Campbell Station Road Interchange
With the growth in this area and additional housing that is going in at breakneck speed, getting this interchange reworked should be a high priority.
I-40/I-75/Campbell Station Road Interchange
Way overdue project
Jamestowne Boulevard Study
definitely needed
I-75 Widening
would a new knoxville bypass not help reduce congestion in this area?
Northshore Drive (County Road Portion)
Add a sidewalk but don't expand the road into residential areas
Tazewell Pike and Fairview Road Intersection
Tazewell Pk definitely benefits from turn lanes at busy intersections!
I-75/I-640/I-275 Interchange
but truly a real bypass would fix this issue
James White Parkway Roadway improvements
why does state spend money on building roads, just so knoxville can reduce the size of them????
KAT Bus Engine Overhauls
Engine overhauls should only be done on newer buses that are more fuel efficient to begin with.
Knoxville Advanced Traffic Management System - Phase 2
This area will benefit greatly from better traffic management through signal timing.
Magnolia Ave/Rutledge Pike/Asheville Hwy Interchange Improvements
In my driving through that area, I haven't seen a lot of pedestrian traffic, or bicycles, for that matter.
Magnolia Ave/Rutledge Pike/Asheville Hwy Interchange Improvements
travel this area daily. rutledge pk to asheville hwy has to connection one way. must be changed. also interstate between cherry st and 1-640 needs additional lanes
Purchase KAT Vehicles - Fixed Route Buses
The question here is - how many buses can be successfully overhauled vs. what a new one costs, and take into account fuel costs, accessibility, etc.
Boyds Creek Highway (SR 338) at Old Knoxville Highway Intersection Improvements
Very needed project...very important to travelers in Sevier County!
I-75 ITS Instrumentation at SR-61 (Andersonville Hwy., Exit 122) interchange (IA)
Safety
Everett Road Improvements
The north & west end of this road needs to be upgraded like the south end that is in Farragut,It is easy to walk & bike on the Farragut end but way too dangerous on the Knox County end.
Farragut Advanced Traffic Management System - Phase 1
Traffic lights in Farragut need to be updated along with the ADA buttons at crosswalks. A centrally control system would allow engineers to see real time issues.
Farragut Advanced Traffic Management System - Phase 1
More area that needs a centrally controlled system to manage daily traffic and ADA controls for intersections.
Farragut Advanced Traffic Management System - Phase 1
I believe this project will help traffic flow tremendously in Farragut.
Jamestowne Boulevard Study
This helps connect the busiest portions of the system safely.
Jamestowne Boulevard Study
The Kingston Pike / Campbell Station intersection is a traffic battle with constant stacking, a bypass would be a big relief for this area. It is also tough to walk or bike across this intersection do to the constant turning of cars.
Kingston Pike (SR-1) Widening
Kingston Pike is severely burdened with traffic through this area and widening would help alleviate the traffic burden.
Union Rd/N Hobbs Rd Reconstruction
Very narrow un-engineered road with no drainage that causes a huge stormwater issue. No safe walking or bicycling on this road. New subdivision will be the third large subdivision on a very substandard road.
Intersection Improvement at Beaver Ridge Road and West Emory Road
Please consider a roundabout design at this intersection. It would help keep a steady flow of traffic and prevent severe backups.
Northshore Dr (SR-332)
The gradual grade of northshore dr makes it a perfect bike thoroughfare from rocky hill to Pellissippi. I see no downside to making this stretch more accessible
Northshore Drive (County Road Portion)
We need pedestrian and bike lanes in this area,
Knoxville Center Mall Area Circulation Study
Might help commerce, too.
Magnolia Ave/Rutledge Pike/Asheville Hwy Interchange Improvements
Always a mess there.
Magnolia Ave/Rutledge Pike/Asheville Hwy Interchange Improvements
Bike lanes are definitely needed heading west in this area.
Magnolia Avenue Streetscape - Phase 5
I really like what's been done on the previous phases. Keep up the good work!
Northshore Drive at Kingston Pike Intersection Improvements
Anything can only help here.
Westland Drive Complete Street
Westland could be a great connector from the lyons view area to Morrell/Rocky Hill. I ride it anyway, but better pedestrian and cycle access would make it so much safer.
Bike Parking
I work downtown during non covid times. I would really appreciate bike parking downtown.
Jamestowne Boulevard Study
The current intersection at Kingston Pike/Campbell Station Road is at capacity, with no additional space between the Campbell Station Inn (historic) and commercial development for additional lanes.
Strawberry Plains Pike Improvements
Don't travel this area much so I don't know much other than there is now trucking/distribution expansion there and so I suspect additional road infrastructure is needed.
Tazewell Pike and Fairview Road Intersection
This should help somewhat but these are still two-lane roads that carry a tremendous amount of traffic and the source of a lot of accidents.
Adair to Old Broadway Connection
Great idea. convince Food City and Biglot and panera to continue along the creek.
First Creek Greenway - North Knox
Need to figure out broadway / 640 for ped/bike
James White Parkway corridor improvements
Please add sidewalks and sharrows to all of Sevier Ave from Anita to Lancaster! The sidewalks start and stop along that entire stretch so simply infilling along the way where possible would be a great start.
James White Parkway Roadway improvements
I love this plan. Taking the overbuilt, underutilized infrastructure and turning into multi-modal transportation for both recreation and non-vehicular commuting is great. This is going to be an amazing asset to South Knoxville and Knoxville in general.
KAT Express Service Enhancement - Broadway Transit Signal Priority
Great
Knoxville Advanced Traffic Management System - Phase 1
Need to slow traffic so more diverts to emory road. Shoould have done this before the 640 interchange construction
Magnolia Ave/Rutledge Pike/Asheville Hwy Interchange Improvements
Improvements to this area have been very lacking for many years. More and more traffic is causing slowdowns and backups at traffic lights, causing the roadways to become crowded and slow.
South Waterfront Greenway - West of Cityview
I like this but a streetscape and infrastructure improvement project along Scottish Pike and Blount Ave might be better money spent right now to get ahead of what is likely going to be an area of significant development in the next 10 years.
Tazewell Pike Sidewalk
This includes some dangerous merges on the south side. will it include crosswalks to get northbound.
Maryville to Townsend Greenway - Phase 1 (Brown Creek)
This will be a wonderful addition to the City of Maryville's existing Greenway Trail system and will be a nice connection for residents on the east side of town.
Washington Street Improvements from E. Broadway Ave. to U.S. 321
These improvements are long over due. The roadway needs to be improved for both vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
TPO Pavement Mgmt
Some resurfacing projects appear to be neglected for too long and this affects people's vehicles over the duration of daily travel. A program that provides uniform priority for projects could lead to better organized Q's for resurfacing projects.
Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129) ITS Expansion Phase 2
We are delighted that work to make Alcoa Highway safer is finally underway.? Do it all?and do it smart, to make that route safe and pleasant well into the future.? Given the traffic load in that corridor, maybe we should be thinking of a public transportation option between Knoxville and its airport.
Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129) Widening
We must finish the improvements to Alcoa Highway as soon as possible. This road is unsafe. Period. Anything that can be done to improve it is imperative. I believe the revisions to the intersection at Topside and Alcoa Highway are a good example of safety-enhancing changes. All improvements to this section, 09-216, are overdue. All drivers who use the road appreciate the need for this.
Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129) Widening
We are delighted that work to make Alcoa Highway safer is finally underway. Do it all?and do it smart, to make that route safe and pleasant well into the future. Given the traffic load in that corridor, maybe we should be thinking of a public transportation option between Knoxville and its airport.
Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129) Widening
I live in Blount County and am in favor of the following projects for improving safety and growth in my area of TN, as well as increased use of Greenways:Mobility Plan Numbers: 09-231, 13-214, 13-215, 13-216, 13-218, 09-216, 09-644, 09-653, 17-202, 17-201, 18-202, 19-201, 21-100, 21-1002, 21-201, 21-204, 09-211, 09-214.
Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129) Widening
I support this project.As we all know, this is a dangerous stretch of road with a terrible reputation, and deservedly so! It has been a hazard for decades and I am glad to see residents' safety finally being taken seriously.
Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129) Widening
I support these projects.? Alcoa Highway deserves its unfortunate nickname--"I'll Kill Ya" Highway.? It is one of the most dangerous roads in East Tennessee and has claimed many lives over the years.? My own husband had a very serious accident on Highway 129 in?2019.? Any improvements to this road are welcome, whether it be widening, upgrades to interchanges, or improving visibility.? The improvements at the junction of Topside Road and Alcoa Highway have been a big help.? Please continue the work on improvements and widening of Alcoa Highway until the entire length is finished.
Relocated Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129)
Whatever is needed to improve safety and ease of movement on Alcoa Highway is needed. I am not so sure that the project as planned is the simplest & best solution; it seems to me to have too many interchanges, but I am not a traffic engineer. Maybe it is good.
Relocated Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129)
We are delighted that work to make Alcoa Highway safer is finally underway. Do it all?and do it smart, to make that route safe and pleasant well into the future. Given the traffic load in that corridor, maybe we should be thinking of a public transportation option between Knoxville and its airport.
US 129 Widening
I live in Blount County and am in favor of the following projects for improving safety and growth in my area of TN, as well as increased use of Greenways:Mobility Plan Numbers: 09-231, 13-214, 13-215, 13-216, 13-218, 09-216, 09-644, 09-653, 17-202, 17-201, 18-202, 19-201, 21-100, 21-1002, 21-201, 21-204, 09-211, 09-214.
US 129 Widening
I support this project.As we all know, this is a dangerous stretch of road with a terrible reputation, and deservedly so! It has been a hazard for decades and I am glad to see residents' safety finally being taken seriously.
US 129 Widening
I support these projects.? Alcoa Highway deserves its unfortunate nickname--"I'll Kill Ya" Highway.? It is one of the most dangerous roads in East Tennessee and has claimed many lives over the years.? My own husband had a very serious accident on Highway 129 in?2019.? Any improvements to this road are welcome, whether it be widening, upgrades to interchanges, or improving visibility.? The improvements at the junction of Topside Road and Alcoa Highway have been a big help.? Please continue the work on improvements and widening of Alcoa Highway until the entire length is finished.
Blount County Greenway Trail - Phase 1 & 2
Maryville and Alcoa have created a tremendous network of walking and biking trails over the last few years. Extending this network towards Townsend will only help to make it better. The natural beauty of the region and the proximity to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park will help allow the citizens and visitors to continue to enjoy this great resource.
Blount County Greenway Trail - Phase 1 & 2
I live in Blount County and am in favor of the following projects for improving safety and growth in my area of TN, as well as increased use of Greenways:Mobility Plan Numbers: 09-231, 13-214, 13-215, 13-216, 13-218, 09-216, 09-644, 09-653, 17-202, 17-201, 18-202, 19-201, 21-100, 21-1002, 21-201, 21-204, 09-211, 09-214.
Jeffries Hollow Road
Not sure what kind of reconstruction is needed on this section, but I know traffic is increasing along it. The part of Jeffries Hollow that worries me in the intersection with Chapman Highway, in Sevier County. That is a dangerous place! Could an interchange be built there?
Louisville Rd (SR-333) Reconstruction - Phase 2
I live in Blount County and am in favor of the following projects for improving safety and growth in my area of TN, as well as increased use of Greenways:Mobility Plan Numbers: 09-231, 13-214, 13-215, 13-216, 13-218, 09-216, 09-644, 09-653, 17-202, 17-201, 18-202, 19-201, 21-100, 21-1002, 21-201, 21-204, 09-211, 09-214.
Louisville Rd (SR-333/SR-334) Reconstruction - Phase 1
I live in Blount County and am in favor of the following projects for improving safety and growth in my area of TN, as well as increased use of Greenways:Mobility Plan Numbers: 09-231, 13-214, 13-215, 13-216, 13-218, 09-216, 09-644, 09-653, 17-202, 17-201, 18-202, 19-201, 21-100, 21-1002, 21-201, 21-204, 09-211, 09-214.
Mentor Road
In general, I encourage the addition of bike lanes, widened shoulders, adjacent greenways and/ or sidewalks where possible. I believe that increasing interconnectivity of greenways/sidewalks and wide (bikeable) roadways/ bridges will greatly benefit our community in both the short and long term.Thank you for reading this and considering my input.
Middlesettlements Rd at Miser Station Rd Intersection Improvements
I live in Blount County and am in favor of the following projects for improving safety and growth in my area of TN, as well as increased use of Greenways:Mobility Plan Numbers: 09-231, 13-214, 13-215, 13-216, 13-218, 09-216, 09-644, 09-653, 17-202, 17-201, 18-202, 19-201, 21-100, 21-1002, 21-201, 21-204, 09-211, 09-214.
Morganton Road Reconstruction - Phase 1
Morganton Road has been and will continue to be one of the least safe highways in Blount County. With additional home construction along Morganton Road, the traffic has decreased the safety to almost critical points. Any improvement, like adding turn lanes, will help alleviate some of the serious safety issues.
Morganton Road Reconstruction - Phase 1
I live in Blount County and am in favor of the following projects for improving safety and growth in my area of TN, as well as increased use of Greenways:Mobility Plan Numbers: 09-231, 13-214, 13-215, 13-216, 13-218, 09-216, 09-644, 09-653, 17-202, 17-201, 18-202, 19-201, 21-100, 21-1002, 21-201, 21-204, 09-211, 09-214.
Old Knoxville Hwy (SR-33) Reconstruction - Rockford
Like other roads between Knox County and Maryville, SR 33 requires much needed safety upgrades. Providing turn lanes and improving the road bed will help move traffic between Maryville-Alcoa and Knoxville much more safely. Many of the older "feeder roads" into Maryville were built before increased traffic volumes have made most of them considerably less safe. Turn lanes are important, but severe drop offs on either side of SR-33 are very concerning as well.
Old Knoxville Hwy (SR-33) Reconstruction - Rockford
I live in Blount County and am in favor of the following projects for improving safety and growth in my area of TN, as well as increased use of Greenways:Mobility Plan Numbers: 09-231, 13-214, 13-215, 13-216, 13-218, 09-216, 09-644, 09-653, 17-202, 17-201, 18-202, 19-201, 21-100, 21-1002, 21-201, 21-204, 09-211, 09-214.
Old Lowes Ferry Rd at Louisville Rd (SR-333) Intersection Improvements
I live in Blount County and am in favor of the following projects for improving safety and growth in my area of TN, as well as increased use of Greenways:Mobility Plan Numbers: 09-231, 13-214, 13-215, 13-216, 13-218, 09-216, 09-644, 09-653, 17-202, 17-201, 18-202, 19-201, 21-100, 21-1002, 21-201, 21-204, 09-211, 09-214.
Old Niles Ferry Road Reconstruction
Old Niles Ferry Road is one of the most dangerous roads in the county. It has a high traffic volume which will only increase as more and more subdivisions are added between Maryville and highway 129. The added traffic spilling over from highway 411S and the school traffic from Fairview Elementary makes this improvement a high priority.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
This is a project that is a total waste of Tennessee taxpayer dollars. The State of Tennessee already has a backlog of urgent road, waterway, bridge and maintenance projects that are critical to our infrastructure. There is currently not enough funding for these projects let alone wasting as much as nearly $200 million on this one (for a 4.4 mile stretch of highway). We should spend our limited transportation taxpayer dollars to maintain the system we already have in place. TDOT's own analysis of this project shows that this project will not ease traffic congestion in Blount County (see the 2010 DEIS, 3-4; also 2-9, Table 2-3). Blount County is currently seeing major growth in the west side of the county, which this project will not address.I would also like to point out that the Knoxville Regional Transportation Planning organization's TIP for FY2020-2023 shows proposed projects in Blount County totaling $220 million, almost $600 million for Knox County and nearly $140 in other projects in Knox-Blount counties. That totals $960 million for only two counties in the State. Surely there has to be other needs within the State that could use these funds more effectively.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
09-232: PPExtension, is totally useless. Almost 20 years in the making, it does not serve any helpful practical purpose. There are MANY other projects that are in dire need of improvement, and that will actually be useful ! For example, projects such as:09-211, 09-216, 09-221, 09-229, 09-239, 09-241, 09-245, 09-262, just to mention a few, are meant to improve their current status, safety, and efficiency.On the other hand, project 09-232 PPE, is VERY costly, requires ROWay over vasts areas of private properties that have significant agricultural/farmland/dairy value, while its benefits to the overall community are minimal, and of no real practical value.In summary, PLEASE DO NOT WASTE OUR taxes on a 09-232, and instead invest in many of the other projects that are much needed, and of greater benefits.Thank you,Dr. Christian P. Halloy
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
This propose interstate highway (it is in no way a "parkway"), is, in my mind, very low on the list of important road projects in Blount County. We have too many substandard two-lane roads that need repair and upgrading. In fact the county is full of such dangerous roads, roads our children are playing ons and riding on in school buses.We should be spending our tax dollars on these secondary roads for the foreseeable future.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
I believe that building this section of the Parkway is a waste of tax payers money and will only add to the current growth problems of Blount County. The money targeted for this road could be better spent improving the existing roads in this county, such as hwy 411 (Sevierville road) which is to narrow and dangerous.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
This is a project that TDOT studies have shown will not meet any need or serve any purpose. It will not reduce transit times more than fractionally, and it will not improve safety. It is going to dump more traffic onto substandard Blount County roads and increase traffic there are introduce more safety problems. We do not need this road. Furthermore, it will be hugely expensive, miuch more than the outdated and questionable figures provided to the public. If you actually read the EIS you find there is little to recommend this project. Meanwhile the cost financially and environmentally will be very high. And Blount County will be left with the problem and expense of upgrading infrastructure in the aftermath. Put money into other projects where it is needed.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
This project is the least needed of almost all Blount County proposals. The environmental study done for and by TDOT makes it clear that the PPE will not substantially address any of the issues proponents claim for it. TDOT's cost estimates in this proposal are WAY below its own earlier projections (including one for $197 million). Blount County's actual traffic and safety needs will not be addressed by building a new highway that might make it 10 minutes faster to get from Townsend to Oak Ridge. The idea for this predates the last 30 years of Blount County's growth, most of which has been and continues to be in the western side of Maryville. There are real and immediate needs that are addressed by many of the projects proposed for this Mobility Plan, and those projects should have priority. There are also many narrow, two lane rural roads, also proposed for this Plan, that desperately need to be upgraded for safety and mobility. This has been clear for decades and the PPE will do nothing except in some cases make them worse.Spending hundreds of millions of dollars to serve the desires of a few businesses and residents in Walland and Townsend will be a tragic waste and deprive the rest of us of safe and more efficient ways to get around. There is no barrier to quick, four lane access to the Walland/Townsend/ area or to the national park. This was not the case when this project was initially proposed, but the needs now do not include this expensive and destructive project.It is just not good enough to argue that this is a long-planned road. It might have been a good idea 30 years ago but it is not now.. Tennessee does not have the resources to construct Legacy Projects that have no current utility.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
This project should NOT be built. As it stands it is a colossal waste of taxpayer money. It will not solve a single road need. We have much more urgent safety issues on roads in Blount County and the region. It is very irresponsible to spend limited highway construction funds on this unnecessary new highway construction. It will be an interstate in search of a purpose and not solve any problem.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
A new highway to 321 is not needed. There are currently several other routes to get to/from Knoxville/Townsend. Such a road may have been needed decades ago when it was first envisioned, but since the 1970s major improvements have been made to enable better traffic flow -- e.g., making 321 from Maryville to Townsend four lanes, 129 ByPass in Maryville. Also, most of the residential/commercial/industrial growth in Blount Co is at the other end of the county -- Alcoa and west Maryville. Faster access to/from Townsend not needed, waste of tax dollars. So many other roads need improvement as soon as possible.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
I haven't seen any problems that the building of this road solves. This project shouldn't be built. We have more necessary safety issues on roads in our county and region, and it is irresponsible to spend our limited road funds on an unnecessary new highway.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
Same as comment for other section of the Pellissippi Parkway Ext. - this doesn't solve traffic problems in the area and it will encourage commercial growth along the corridor and not in Maryville/Alcoa where it is needed. This should be the last priority for regional transportation funding.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
Blount County needs many substandard roads improved instead of building new roads funds for this project could be used for this and many citizens are against this project and it would destroy many scenic views and much farmland and take away from the water quality of Little River and would create congestion on highway 321 which flows well now.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
There are so many other road projects that need the money {that Tennessee government does not have, and that the US government has not allocated}. The PPE will cause more problems than it solves, and create more traffic on feeder roads that are themselves in need of upgrade {us411 for example}. The people's government money would be put to better use on the Alcoa highway, us411, Montvale road, et cetera. A 1970 thru 2016 Blount Countian Thanks-you.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
This project should NOT be built. It will not serve any of our actual transportation needs. We have urgent safety issues on many roads in our county and region, and this project will not address them, but may even decrease safety by adding extra traffic to Sevierville Road.The EIS for this project showed that the PPE will not significantly decrease the level of congestion now present, nor will it improve safety on the area road network.It is irresponsible to spend our limited transportation funds to build a costly and unnecessary new highway.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
Do NOT build this project. It will not serve any of our actual transportation needs. It will not increase safety or decrease congestion on our road network; it may in fact do the opposite. Please fix our safety problems on the existing roads, and do not spend outrageous amounts of our tax dollars building an unnecessary new highway.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
Do NOT build this road project. A new highway in this place will not serve any of our actual transportation needs, and will cost an exorbitant amount of money. This project will not improve safety or reduce congestion on area roads (as shown in the EIS!). Please use my tax dollars to improve and make safer the road system we already have instead of building a new highway we do not need.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
This project should NOT be built. It will not serve any of our actual transportation needs. We have urgent safety issues on many roads in our area. Please repair, maintain, and improve the roads we already have, and do not waste our limited transportation tax dollars on an unnecessary new highway.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
Do NOT build this project. It will not serve any of our actual transportation needs. We have urgent safety issues on many roads in our region that need to be addressed. This proposed highway may do more harm than good if constructed, by adding more traffic to Sevierville Road. It would be irresponsible to spend our limited transportation funds on an unnecessary new highway that brings us no significant benefit.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
We don't seem to have the funds to take care of the roads we already have so we need to prioritize projects. Many roads are dangerously narrow, ok for one car, but as the county population grows they become major hazards. The access points for the PPE will cause heavier traffic on roads that were designedbfor rural traffic.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
I oppose this project.? TDOT's own data, compiled for the EIS, showed little or no improvement in safety, travel times, traffic congestion, and other criteria used to demonstrate purpose and need.? It would be a huge waste of limited funding.? The $84 million price tag is not accurate: far more of our limited tax dollars would be required.? Why would we build this new road when so many of our existing roads need improvements just to ensure basic safety?? I ask that this project be taken out of consideration permanently.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
PELLISSIPPI PKWAY EXTENSION from current terminus at Hwy33 in Blount Co to Hwy 321.This road is no longer needed. It was proposed in the 1970s (50 years ago!). Since then major residential and commercial growth in Blount Co has been south and west of Maryville -- the opposite direction of the proposed PPE.Alcoa has also grown and the new Springbrook Farm is being developed. This road is no longer needed because Hwy 321 has been 4-laned and travel to Great Smoky Mtn National Park and the town of Townsend are easily accessed by this improved road. This incredibly expensive 4-lane highway will carve through healthy farmlands and take them out of production. Monies allocated for this highway would be better spent on improving existing roads.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
We think it is irresponsible to spend our limited transportation funds on the construction of a new highway that does not address our pressing need to improve safety and mobility, and decrease congestion, on existing area roads.? The Pellissippi Parkway Extension is expensive and entirely unnecessary.? Building it will result in greater congestion and less safety on Sevierville Road.? If the PPE is ever constructed over public opposition, we will lobby forcefully for it to be an actual Parkway, running uninterrupted from SR33 to US321, with NO interchange at Sevierville Road.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
I am very much against any extension of Pellissippi Parkway.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
I am not in favor of Mobility Plan number 09-232 as I feel that this is a waste of tax payer dollars, will not improve traffic flow, will direct traffic away from businesses within Maryville, and will disrupt local heritage farms.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
09-232 Pellissippi Parkway Extension: I oppose this project. Why would we build this new road instead of properly maintaining existing roads that may also need improvements?
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162) Extension
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on state road building and improvements for the Blount County area, where I live and work.I think it is fair to say that Tennessee has limitations as to how many road improvements and new roads that the state budget can accommodate. Thus, it seems that decisions on whether to build new roads or to make improvements must be judicious. With this premise in mind, it seems prudent to me that new construction should be delayed or denied when existing roads need to be maintained and upgraded to meet current and projected usage needs and to better address safety concerns. For these reasons new major constructions should be delayed or permanently suspended in favor of protecting the travelers on existing roads. To build new roads when current roads need to be upgraded and made safer is not only poorly thought out, but unethical. Only after current roads are properly maintained should we as a state take on new road construction, which will in time require maintenance. Take care of what we have before creating more roads that we may not be able to take care of.There is also the need to deal honestly with the effects major new roads will have on the community. There is a move within our country to preserve our natural beauty and open land for emotional health reasons and also food production. I own and operate a fruit and vegetable farm where my sales are at the farm only. This year there has been demonstrated a growing interest for the pubic to know more about where their food comes from and how it is grown. We were literally overrun by new and existing customers this season. This phenomenon is not unique to me, but has been experienced all over the southeastern U.Sl.I am a retired federal agent who traveled and worked over much of the U.S. for 40 years, as well as a fruit and vegetable grower. One of the things that I observed is that when new roads and thoroughfares are constructed on open, farm land, in a matter of a few years the farms begin to fall to ?development? needs, and this land is lost forever. Such has also been true with the Pellissippi Parkway from Knox County into Blount County. For these and other reasons I am adamantly opposed to to the Pellissippi Parkway Extension. To build this thoroughfare will continue to lead to demolition of family farms and increased building pressures. The natural beauty will be scared by this type of construction. Many people still enjoy riding around to get away from their daily stresses and to take in the natural beauty of an open field and unobstructed view of the mountains that make Blount County so desirable. If I could wave a magical wand, I would remove the Pellisiippi Parkway Extension from the list of proposed new roadway construction for the state of Tennessee.Let us maintain the roads that we have and preserve the beauty of the open land and unobstructed vistas of the mountains for our mental health. Let us preserve the land for food production for our local people, so that we are not as dependent upon less than fresh food being shipped in from somewhere else. Let us leave our posterity a place that they call home that is not covered with concrete, asphalt, and roofs. Furthermore, I am convinced that this Extension will only add to the congestion and fatigue, as it will incite more building and more destruction of our natural beauty. I encourage Governor Lee and the TDOT to delay, and preferably to put aside, this construction, as it only adds to the losses that can never be recovered. May our heritagel be passed on to our children and our grandchildren, and not more conjestion.
Sevierville Rd (SR-35/US-411) Reconstruction
I live just off of this road and it really needs to be widened and turn lanes added in several areas. I would say the section in the City of Maryville starting at Washington St to Peppermint Rd outside city limits should be 4 lanes wide with a center lane and sidewalks or at the minimum it should be a two lane road with a center turn lane, sidewalks, and bike lanes.I know this would be eating up some yards and would require a massive overhaul but I have seen too many car accidents on this road including members of my own family.
Sevierville Rd (SR-35/US-411) Reconstruction
Sevierville Road is carrying too much traffic for its size and configuration, especially since there are no shoulders at all. It needs several safety improvements, including shoulders and additional lanes where practical. There are several troublesome intersections.
Sevierville Rd (SR-35/US-411) Reconstruction
Sevierville Road is dangerous.? It could be much improved by adding shoulders, and widening to three lanes where possible.? Perhaps some of its traffic could be removed by providing a better east-west alternative route between Sevier County and Maryville? such as improving Ellejoy/Jeffries Hollow/ Wye Roads.? This corridor has a rapidly increasing traffic load, but it may still be sufficiently rural to accommodate widening.? One problem with this route is the ?Wye? intersection with Chapman Highway?a needed improvement not on your project list.? We find it frighteningly dangerous.
Sevierville Rd (SR-35/US-411) Reconstruction
HWY 411, Sevierville Rd -- a very busy route between Maryville and Seymour/Sevierville/Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg.Please create some shoulders. This is a dangerous road.
Wildwood Road
Wildwood Road, like many other older older roads in Maryville and Blount County, was constructed before the increased traffic caused by Maryville becoming a bedroom community for Knoxville and Knox County. This improvement will help some of the safety concerns with this section of the road.
Wildwood Road
I travel this road almost every day and over the past 30!years traffic has increased becsuse of development. With the lanes being narrow with no shoulders; bland hills and impatient drivers; this road has become increasingly dangerous. Pullouts and road shoulders would greatly help.A traffic light st Sam Houston might be useful in the future
I-75 ITS Instrumentation at SR-61 (Andersonville Hwy., Exit 122) interchange (IA)
I live in Blount County and am in favor of the following projects for improving safety and growth in my area of TN, as well as increased use of Greenways:Mobility Plan Numbers: 09-231, 13-214, 13-215, 13-216, 13-218, 09-216, 09-644, 09-653, 17-202, 17-201, 18-202, 19-201, 21-100, 21-1002, 21-201, 21-204, 09-211, 09-214.
I-40/I-75/Campbell Station Road Interchange
This interstate exit is long overdue for both traffic and pedestrian improvements. It typically backs up to Parkside / Grigsby Chappell and stacks up on the exit ramp. With the increased building and backups in Hardin Valley Exit 373 has become the shortcut across the ridge to get to the west end of Hardin Valley. With the increased building in the Choto/Northshore area you are seeing traffic using Campbell Station to Northshore as the new route of choice.
I-40/I-75/Campbell Station Road Interchange
Although much has changed in the 50+ years since the construction of the I-40 Campbell Station Rd interchange, the basic roadway width beneath the interstate has not. Given the growth of Farragut to the south, the growth of Hardin Valley to the north, the development of Turkey Creek Shopping district, the addition of numerous hotels in the immediate area, and with the plan to add Top Golf nearby, the time to widen the road under the interstate is way long overdue. In addition to the traffic congestion at this underpass, given the topography, the existing drainage system has proven to be inadequate during times of high rainfall and has resulted in underpass flooding and road closure. The improvement of this underpass is THE most important need in this area of Knox County both for the convenience of local residents, the need of local businesses, and the safety of local and non-local traffic. I have become aware that one suggestion for widening the underpass road width would be to remove the 45 degree embankments on both sides of road, replace them with support walls, and then widen the road to add additional lanes. As an engineer, this seems to me to be an effective and cost conscious approach to resolving this bottleneck. In any case, I urge you to proceed with this I-40/Campbell Station Rd. improvement project without delay.
Kingston Pike (SR-1) Widening
While I would like to see bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure in this area, I do not like the idea of widening this stretch of roadway. Traffic light synchronization and alternative routes would be a better solution than creating a 70'+/- crossing for pedestrians.
Virtue Road Reconstruction
This stretch of road is the most dangerous narrow road in the Town of Farragut with its blind off camber curves and hills. 4,000 + cars every morning and afternoon in and out of Choto and Loudon County have figured out that this is a shortcut to Kingston Pike. Impossible to walk or bike this pastoral area of Farragut.
Campbell Station Re-Alignment
There are no specific details to comment on for this proposed project. While the rapid development of subdivisions in the western portion of Hardin Valley undoubtedly increases the need for residents to safely access this route, care should be taken to avoid turning Pellissippi -> Hardin Valley Rd -> Campbell Station Rd -> I-40 W into a makeshift mini-'Orange Route' bypass. Campbell Station Rd should be maintained as a local, residential access road, and not be turned into a multi-lane highway.
County-wide Transportation Study (Knox)
I support more bike lanes or sharrows on roadways. Knox has done a great job on investing in mtb, but accessing the parks safely is also important. Also, emphasizing that bikes can be on the road and supporting a road cycling and commuting infrastructure would be amazing. I would also love to see a traffic ad campaign about the importance of not passing cyclists across the double yellow line on blind curves or hills. This happens to me multiple times every time I ride. Luci Olewinski
Emory Rd (SR-131)
I hope this project is still on track to be implemented in 2030. Halls is socked in now. With only Emory Road and Broadway as major corridors to downtown or west Knoxville, a morning commute to downtown can now be 50 minutes or more. Widening Emory Road is imperative, as new subdivisions and apartments are being built all the time.
Gibbs Schools Pedestrian Bridge
This is sorely needed, but we also need sidewalks and crosswalks in and around the Harbison Crossroads area. There are many subdivisions located inside the parental responsibility zone near the schools, but little or no connectivity or sidewalks so that students could walk to school.
Gov John Sevier Hwy (SR-168)
I drive on John Sevier Highway multiple times a week to and from work at the Forks of the River Industrial Park and to shopping errands and lunch running for my co-workers. I think it would be a mistake to turn any section of this road into a 4 lane for cars, if each direction had 2 lanes dedicated for vehicular traffic. My hope would be that a 4th lane's equivalent could be a half a lane added to each direction for bike traffic. My initial reaction to reading the goal of "4 lane" was that it would become a speedway with people passing each other at high speed, a la Chapman Highway. We really don't need that on scenic John Sevier Highway. The current pace of 45-50-ish miles per hour fits the feeling of the width of the road and the proximity to the roadside trees. Thanks for listening.
Gov John Sevier Hwy (SR-168)
There is seemingly a lot of larger trucks that use this road to get from Alcoa Highway to the industrial park around Strawberry Plains. Regularly, traffic is 15+ cars deep because of a tractor-trailer rig that is going 10 under the speed limit (35 to 40 mph). The issue is the necessary traffic signals and topography of the area as well. Having an extra lane would make this nightmare much easier to navigate.
Gov John Sevier Hwy (SR-168)
I live in Blount County and am in favor of the following projects for improving safety and growth in my area of TN, as well as increased use of Greenways:Mobility Plan Numbers: 09-231, 13-214, 13-215, 13-216, 13-218, 09-216, 09-644, 09-653, 17-202, 17-201, 18-202, 19-201, 21-100, 21-1002, 21-201, 21-204, 09-211, 09-214.
Gov John Sevier Hwy (SR-168)
I support this project. This busy road needs improvements for efficiency and safety.
Gov John Sevier Hwy (SR-168)
I support this project.? A road this heavily traveled needs to be four-laned for both efficiency and safety.
Intersection Improvement at Beaver Ridge Road and West Emory Road
Much needed improvement. I take this road nearly every day and see the increase of traffic and the safety concerns. Honestly do not know why at least a roundabout hasn't been installed. And now many large trucks are using this road and it makes it even more dangerous.
Lovell Rd Widening (SR-131)
This is needed for this area.In general, I encourage the addition of bike lanes, widened shoulders, adjacent greenways and/ or sidewalks where possible. I believe that increasing interconnectivity of greenways/sidewalks and wide (bikeable) roadways/ bridges will greatly benefit our community in both the short and long term.Thank you for reading this and considering my input.
Northshore Dr (SR-332)
Yes. Thank you for considering widening Northshore Drive. With all the building occurring off Northshore Drive, this road between Morrell and Ebenezer has become very challenging. Shared turning lanes are definitely needed to help keep traffic moving. When someone has to turn across traffic on Northshore Drive, it stops all traffic in that lane. We live off Wallace and Northshore Drive in Richmond Hills. We are forced to take Wallace to Nubbin Ridge to Morrell because there is no way we can turn east onto Northshore Drive in the morning. This road as is was fine when there were few subdivisions, but now it is not able to accommodate all the traffic. The intersection at Tools Bend and Northshore Drive has many accidents. There is also a lot of traffic near Popes Nursery. A centered shared turning lane would be extremely helpful for those wanting to turn in across traffic. This project is solely needed to help with traffic flow in this area of Knoxville.Thank you for letting me share my opinion.
Northshore Dr (SR-332)
At minimum, the addition of a shared center turn lane on this portion of Northshore Drive is long overdue! For a state roadway carrying the current level of vehicular traffic, it is more than necessary. In fact, with all the additional housing projects in the West Knoxville area between Morrell and the Pellissippi, it could be widened to 2 full lanes in each direction to help accommodate all the extra cars, school busses, and trucks in the area.
Northshore Dr (SR-332)
I commute through Northshore and the single lane each way many times is not adequate, especially when a slow car is ahead. The lack of shoulder/curb for most of Northshore makes it dangerous for any recreational activities. Lastly, adding turn lanes will help the flow of traffic, as Northshore is a busy road and left turning cars block the single lane for extended periods of time.
Northshore Dr (SR-332)
I greatly support the addition this and other access for bikers and pedestrians. In general, I encourage the addition of bike lanes, widened shoulders, adjacent greenways and/ or sidewalks where possible. I believe that increasing interconnectivity of greenways/sidewalks and wide (bikeable) roadways/ bridges will greatly benefit our community in both the short and long term.Thank you for reading this and considering my input.
Northshore Dr (SR-332)
The additional lane will help the traffic flow, as one often finds itself behind slow moving vehicles with nowhere to go. Northshore is a busy road, and left turning cares block the single lane more often than expected. Lastly, the lack of curb and shoulder makes it dangerous for recreational activities.
Oak Ridge Hwy (SR-62)
I encourage the addition of bike lanes, widened shoulders, adjacent greenways and/ or sidewalks where possible. I believe that increasing interconnectivity of greenways/sidewalks and wide (bikeable) roadways/ bridges will greatly benefit our community in both the short and long term.Thank you for reading this and considering my input.
Oak Ridge Hwy (SR-62)
I encourage the addition of bike lanes, widened shoulders, adjacent greenways and/ or sidewalks where possible. I believe that increasing interconnectivity of greenways/sidewalks and wide (bikeable) roadways/ bridges will greatly benefit our community in both the short and long term.Thank you for reading this and considering my input.
Pellissippi Pkwy (SR-162)
There's a bottleneck after crossing the I-40 overpass heading towards Oak Ridge. Let the 2 lanes continue on Pellissippi instead of requiring cars to merge into the left lane. My sons were rear-ended on the bridge when traffic came to a stand still on the overpass.
Schaad Rd Widening
There needs to be median control along this corridor. It is a safety feature for all users of this road. Also, there needs to be a more robust plan for a greenway connector (w/ trees) along this route to connect to any improvements on Pleasant Ridge Rd & Oak Ridge Hwy. All these road projects that have happened lately seem to forget to include trees and the great canopy they provide for pedestrians.
Schaad Rd Widening
This expansion is greatly neededI encourage the addition of bike lanes, widened shoulders, adjacent greenways and/ or sidewalks where possible. I believe that increasing interconnectivity of greenways/sidewalks and wide (bikeable) roadways/ bridges will greatly benefit our community in both the short and long term.Thank you for reading this and considering my input.
Strawberry Plains Pike Improvements
Are sidewalks and bike lanes going to be included in this widening project? Every time a road is altered, sidewalks should be added to promote more active lifestyles within the community. I live in this area and would love to be able to walk/bike to places in my community rather than drive because I don't feel as though it is safe.Also, Pine Grove Road/Hammer Road seems to be serving as a cut through to John Sevier from Strawberry Plains and visa versa. How will this road widening affect traffic on surroundong roads like Pine Grove?
Tazewell Pike and Fairview Road Intersection
This was a good improvement but will not address the additional traffic to be added to Thompson School Lane as the Community grows with additional developments. The roads needs to be widened to accommodate the extra traffic, not just at the light.When there is an accident on any of these roads, traffic is locked down, sometimes for hours. Having 4 lanes would alleviate that and would decrease the number of accidents on the two lane roads.
Adair to Old Broadway Connection
Please look at the Intersection of Boyds Creek and Old Knoxville Hwy and ESPECIALLY Boyds Creek and Hodges Bend. Thank you!
Adair to Old Broadway Connection
Once again, I am dismayed that there is little to no regional transportation planning; no rail, no bus, no park-and-rides or any other alternative to the one-person-in-one-vehicle mode.
Adair to Old Broadway Connection
Whatever you called the modernization of traffic signaling and increasing the flow of traffic?is very needed along our major thoroughfares.
Adair to Old Broadway Connection
As far as Knoxville traffic, I-40/I-75 is a challenge. Hopefully there are plans for that.
Adair to Old Broadway Connection
Many other improvements are needed?on Montvale Road, Morganton Road, and awkward or unsafe intersections all over the map.
Adair to Old Broadway Connection
In summary, please repair, improve, and maintain the roads we already have, before you consider laying down new asphalt along a route where a highway is not needed.
Adair to Old Broadway Connection
On behalf of the University of Tennessee (UT), we would like to submit for consideration a project to improve the intersection of Melrose Place and Lake Avenue (see attached map). We understand this project would involve a partnership between the city of Knoxville and UT since this area involves both parties. Improving this intersection would greatly enhance both vehicular and pedestrian safety and flow so we hope this will be seriously considered.
Adair to Old Broadway Connection
There should be transit projects bringing transit to the Rocky Hill neighborhood, where there has been none since the 90 was discontinued. Kat says 80 % of Knoxville residents live within half a mile from a Kat stop, but I am well outside that range.
Adair to Old Broadway Connection
More generally the lion's share of the projects are road projects. When are are you going to start taking climate change seriously by investing resources in modes that do not involve cars? They are a major source of green house emissions that must be dealt with.
Adair to Old Broadway Connection
The intersection of Hickory Creek Road & Palestine Lane & Watt Road needs to be realigned and signaled due to increased semi-truck traffic based on new trucking terminals being approved and built. GPS apps are routing people through Hickory Creek Road when I 40/75 backs up. Please consider adding this project.
Adair to Old Broadway Connection
I am interested in the Anita Avenue/Hillwood Drive project at the south end of the South Knoxville bridge. The road is heavily traveled and extremely narrow with ditches on both sides. The city has had plans to straighten it and connect with Island Home Avenue at South Haven for more than a decade. The road is dangerous and funds should be spent to fix the problem (either straighten it or widen it).
Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129) Widening
Very important that Marine Park is connected to the Alcoa Highway greenway being constructed now starting at Montlake drive going south, connecting these two greenway systems. Curious why this shows the roadway improvement only going to Woodson? Thank you for the opportunity to comment!
Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129) Widening
We are delighted that work to make Alcoa Highway safer is finally underway.? Do it all?and do it smart, to make that route safe and pleasant well into the future.? Given the traffic load in that corridor, maybe we should be thinking of a public transportation option between Knoxville and its airport.
Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129) Widening
I live in Blount County and am in favor of the following projects for improving safety and growth in my area of TN, as well as increased use of Greenways:Mobility Plan Numbers: 09-231, 13-214, 13-215, 13-216, 13-218, 09-216, 09-644, 09-653, 17-202, 17-201, 18-202, 19-201, 21-100, 21-1002, 21-201, 21-204, 09-211, 09-214.
Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129) Widening
I support this project.As we all know, this is a dangerous stretch of road with a terrible reputation, and deservedly so! It has been a hazard for decades and I am glad to see residents' safety finally being taken seriously.
Alcoa Hwy (SR-115/US-129) Widening
I support these projects.? Alcoa Highway deserves its unfortunate nickname--"I'll Kill Ya" Highway.? It is one of the most dangerous roads in East Tennessee and has claimed many lives over the years.? My own husband had a very serious accident on Highway 129 in?2019.? Any improvements to this road are welcome, whether it be widening, upgrades to interchanges, or improving visibility.? The improvements at the junction of Topside Road and Alcoa Highway have been a big help.? Please continue the work on improvements and widening of Alcoa Highway until the entire length is finished.
Baker Creek Greenway
I greatly support the addition this and other access for bikers and pedestrians. I am glad this route is being considered.In general, I encourage the addition of bike lanes, widened shoulders, adjacent greenways and/ or sidewalks where possible. I believe that increasing interconnectivity of greenways/sidewalks and wide (bikeable) roadways/ bridges will greatly benefit our community in both the short and long term.Thank you for reading this and considering my input.
Chapman Highway Advanced Traffic Management System
Can you make the traffic lights turn green together so you don't have to stop at everyone of them. You sit at one light as it turns green you can see the next light turn red right in front of you. Lights all over the City do this. No wonder traffic doesn't move on Chapman Highway or anywhere else in the City. Traffic light at Young High Pike backs up traffic to Moody everyday.
Chapman Highway Advanced Traffic Management System
Chapman Highway.? Improvements to mobility and especially traffic safety are greatly needed, all the way from Knoxville to Seymour.
Chapman Highway Advanced Traffic Management System
HWY 441, Chapman Hwy -- a fast and busy route between Knoxville and Seymour/Sevierville/Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg.Needs many improvements
Chapman Highway Multiuse Path
Yes! People already walk and ride bikes here. Let's make it safe and encourage more people to do so. Chapman hwy is a thoroughfare right now but it is going to become more urban and neighborhood oriented as Knoxville grows so we should plan for people more than cars. Alcoa Hwy is so built up already it makes sense to make that and John Sevier the way to get places quickly and let Chapman become more centrally focused.
East Knox Greenway - Phase 1
I live nearby (on Selma Ave) and use part of this route to commute to work daily. During the after-school hours I often see kids walking home even though there's no sidewalk. I think a bike lane and sidewalk would be great here, especially because this is a historically underserved part of the town.
East Knox Greenway - Phase 1
Can it be continued across Boyd's Bridge, though Marbledale/Asbury, to arrive at the new park being created by the Legacy Parks Foundation across the river from the Veterans Cemetary? It's such a scenic bike ride! Just not an extremely safe one :( Plus it takes you right by Cruze Farm for an ice cream cone and/or the Ramsey House!
I-75/I-640/I-275 Interchange
James White Parkway corridor improvements
I greatly support the addition this and other access for bikers and pedestrians. I am glad this route is being considered.In general, I encourage the addition of bike lanes, widened shoulders, adjacent greenways and/ or sidewalks where possible. I believe that increasing interconnectivity of greenways/sidewalks and wide (bikeable) roadways/ bridges will greatly benefit our community in both the short and long term.Thank you for reading this and considering my input.
James White Parkway Roadway improvements
I greatly support the addition this and other access for bikers and pedestrians. I am glad this route is being considered.In general, I encourage the addition of bike lanes, widened shoulders, adjacent greenways and/ or sidewalks where possible. I believe that increasing interconnectivity of greenways/sidewalks and wide (bikeable) roadways/ bridges will greatly benefit our community in both the short and long term.Thank you for reading this and considering my input.
Knoxville Center Mall Area Circulation Study
This absolutely has to happen because of the likely redevelopment of the mall. Traffic is already at a standstill from the interstate down Washington Pike and Millertown headed to points north and east from about 7-9 am and from 4-6 pm. Also, traffic to and from the Detention Facility puts an extra load on Washington Pike and some people use Millertown to avoid Washington Pike congestion near the Target shopping center and cut through Harris Road over to Washington Pike.
Knoxville Center Mall Area Circulation Study
This is a very poor example of ingress and egress for a mall with many homes and apartments around it. With the mall now closed, it will be most difficult bringing in businesses to revitalize the structure unless major improvements to the roadway system takes place.
Knoxville Center Mall Area Circulation Study
Especially because a developer is looking at the East Towne Mall site as a distribution center, please add this to the top of your project list. Millertown Pike needs to be widened, but I don't know how that can happen when there's a small and narrow ancient bridge over Love's Creek between the Krystal and Taco Bell restaurants. I feel like that bridge is the main hindrance to progress and better flow over there.
Knoxville Center Mall Area Circulation Study
Having a warehouse distribution center at the old East town mall is not the best use of the property. This side of town is in desperate need of retail and restaurant comparable to the west side of town.Tearing down the mall and building an open air shopping center would be a better use of the site.
Knoxville Northwest Greenway Connector Ph. 2
A dedicated bike lane here would be amazing to allow connection from Victor Ashe to Middlebrook where there is also a proposed bike lane. I have actually ridden this section of road before and while being low traffic it is still slightly dangerous for cyclist. I have had a few bad encounters this drivers on this section. This would also allow access to the West Hills Park Greenway which connects to Cedar Bluff.
Knoxville Northwest Greenway Connector Ph. 2
I love biking 3rd Creek on the weekends to connect over to Victor Ashe Park. It would be great to be able to use the route when traffic is heavier. But honestly- this is a USELESS project unless Middlebrook Pike is addressed. The shared sidewalk/greenway improvements stopped at 4312 Middlebrook, leaving the lack of curb cut at the post office driveway, so no accessible access to crosswalk! Even if one could get to crosswalk, there is no continuous sidewalk nor shoulder to reach 3rd creek on the other side. So getting to the 3rd Creek improvement could still only be safely done during low traffic times, making the improvement unnecessary.One of the biggest issues our current systems has is piecemeal projects that lack any soty of linkage or connection to one another, such as the Liberty bike lanes that were put in with no thought as to how a cyclist would transition to the greenway and access the signal button at Middlebrook.
Knoxville Northwest Greenway Connector Ph. 2
This would be awesome, I greatly support the addition on more and all greenways!In general, I encourage the addition of bike lanes, widened shoulders, adjacent greenways and/ or sidewalks where possible. I believe that increasing interconnectivity of greenways/sidewalks and wide (bikeable) roadways/ bridges will greatly benefit our community in both the short and long term.Thank you for reading this and considering my input.
Knoxville Northwest Greenway Connector Ph. 2
Chapman Highway.? Improvements to mobility and especially traffic safety are greatly needed, all the way from Knoxville to Seymour.
Knoxville Northwest Greenway Connector Ph. 2
HWY 441, Chapman Hwy -- a fast and busy route between Knoxville and Seymour/Sevierville/Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg.Needs many improvements
Knoxville South Waterfront Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge
In theory, I like this project; however, I think for it to be worth the investment UT would need to build more buildings & parking structures on the south side of the river. That location wouldn't be serving much game day traffic and right now, not that many students live close enough to utilize the bridge (even with the large complexes on the river and farther south). Most students would still drive to campus. I do like connectivity to Fort Dickerson. If you could somehow tie into or piggyback off the train trestle coming from World's Fair Park you could serve that side of downtown plus campus and potentially spend less on infrastructure.
Knoxville South Waterfront Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge
This project would allow easy access to apartments and other facilities along the riverfront on the South side. This would not only improve access for foot and bike traffic but it would also increase the easy of access for students who live on that side of the river.
Liberty Street Multimodal Project
I am confused why the existing greenway and bikes lanes are marked, but it would be lovely to have Division street made more accessible. Currently it is really only safe and pleasant to ride downhill, away from Liberty. And I always see at least one pedestrian each trip.
Liberty Street Multimodal Project
I greatly support the addition this and other access for bikers and pedestrians.In general, I encourage the addition of bike lanes, widened shoulders, adjacent greenways and/ or sidewalks where possible. I believe that increasing interconnectivity of greenways/sidewalks and wide (bikeable) roadways/ bridges will greatly benefit our community in both the short and long term.Thank you for reading this and considering my input.
Liberty Street Multimodal Project
I greatly support the addition this and other access for bikers and pedestrians. In general, I encourage the addition of bike lanes, widened shoulders, adjacent greenways and/ or sidewalks where possible. I believe that increasing interconnectivity of greenways/sidewalks and wide (bikeable) roadways/ bridges will greatly benefit our community in both the short and long term.Thank you for reading this and considering my input.
Magnolia Ave/Rutledge Pike/Asheville Hwy Interchange Improvements
Any improvement in this area to make the Chilhowee Park area feel more connected to the Burlington area would be excellent. To make it feel more walkable and less like a high-speed highway, especially where Rutledge Pike branches off, would be helpful to everyone.
Middlebrook Pike (SR-169) ATMS Expansion
I encourage the addition of bike lanes, widened shoulders, adjacent greenways and/ or sidewalks where possible. I believe that increasing interconnectivity of greenways/sidewalks and wide (bikeable) roadways/ bridges will greatly benefit our community in both the short and long term.Thank you for reading this and considering my input.
Northshore Drive at Kingston Pike Intersection Improvements
One of the most crowded intersection in Knox Co. with its slowdowns reaching east past Buddy's BBQ, west up Bearden Hill, Northshore past Baum Dr., and Northshore north toward I-40. Avoiding this intersection at all costs, most times of the day will be doing yourself a favor.Any improvements to this area should be of utmost importance.
Pleasant Ridge Road
I encourage the addition of bike lanes, widened shoulders, adjacent greenways and/ or sidewalks where possible. I believe that increasing interconnectivity of greenways/sidewalks and wide (bikeable) roadways/ bridges will greatly benefit our community in both the short and long term.Thank you for reading this and considering my input.
South Knoxville Bridge Greenway
This is pretty sorely needed. I and other cyclists I see on this road have a pretty wide path due to the pull-over lane, but again, no striping or further protection from cars, which go ~50mph on this stretch. It's an unavoidable connector with no nearby, safe alternative paths.
South Knoxville Bridge Greenway
If it takes away any current lanes, then dislike as only a few ways over the river and when bridges need repair or growth occurs, you have lost the needed lane. There is plenty of room to work without losing any lanes. Also currently safe division of facing traffic.
South Knoxville Waterfront Roadway Improvements
I think this project is very necessary. However, I think the roundabout is the wrong solution for this area. That intersection is very dangerous currently as it is a blind curve when cars are parked along Sevier, you can't see on-coming traffic when coming from Island Home Ave and the cars coming off James White Parkway only slow down when they hit the railroad tracks. I understand the idea is to keep traffic moving but this is going to be an increasingly pedestrian area and a 4 way stop or a 4 way traffic light stop would be much safer for pedestrians. In the U.S., roundabouts are a much more suburban solution. We do not have good urban driving practices or tight,dense urban spaces where they work well like they do in England. I oppose a roundabout (especially if it requires demolishing a potentially historic home which was in the initial plan I believe) but I think the other infrastructure elements are good.
South Waterfront Greenway - East of Suttree
This greenway project should be prioritized over James White Parkway (even to the exclusion of the proposed James White Parkway project) as this connects existing assets (Island Home Park and Suttree Landing Park) and fulfills the vision of the South Waterfront that has been in process for more than a dozen years.
South Waterfront Greenway - West of Cityview
Another critical connection that should be built or make the Blount Ave./ Henley Street intersection slower and safer for people walking and biking. BTW, the Henley street bridge traffic speeds are ridiculously fast due to the design of the roadway- redesign it to turn it into a boulevard to "slow the cars" and that people can walk and bike on comfortably
Tyson Park/Fort Sanders Bike Connection
This would provide access to Tyson park from fort without having to trek down to Cumberland and then back up. Would enable safe walking area that's not along busy corridor to allow more commute options. Simple trail or even just a hole in the fence at this spot would be very convenient.
Tyson Park/Fort Sanders Bike Connection
Cumberland Avenue is not a safe place for people biking. The designated bike route from the 3rd Creek Greenway directs westbound(vice-versa for eastbound) cyclists onto the north sidewalk of Cumberland Ave where they encounter many pedestrians and unsafe intersections. Riding a bike in the roadway on Cumberland is not comfortable for most cyclists which is why you do not see cyclists on Cumberland. Cumberland Ave. does not serve the Fort Sanders neighborhood pedestrians either, many of whom are UTK students who can only get to destinations west (and reverse for eastbound) by exiting the neighborhood south to Cumberland, navigating the congestion on the street and narrow sidewalks to get to campus, into Tyson Park or cross into the University Commons which is a dangerous intersection as is the Cumberland/ Volunteer Blvd. intersection. This situation has only worsened with the building of multi-story university residences on Cumberland. The usable sidewalk space is still only 5 feet wide and building frontages are less than ten feet so there is minimal public space for people walking and biking on the sidewalk. A bike/ pedestrian bridge connecting Tyson Park to the Fort Sanders neighborhood will provide a critical connection for east/west biking and walking traffic. This bridge is more than a recreational amenity- it will serve as a route for biking/walking commuters, increase opportunities for Fort Sanders residents to safely get to Tyson Park and University Commons and improve the the safety of Cumberland Ave for everyone.
Washington Pike
I drive this road multiple times a week. There are always issues with people pulling out of Babelay (headed toward Greenway) into the turning lane while others are trying to get into the turning lane to turn left onto Mill Road. Also, the congestion from Greenway to Mill Road during evening rush hour is awful.
Westland Drive Complete Street
please make certain that connections at the end of the bike lanes & sidewalks are addressed. An obvious goal would be to access Lakeshore Park. Currently the sidewalk on the cemetary side has no curb cuts, and fencing at Lakeshore forces one to go up Lyons or down Northshore (very narrow shoulder) to get into the park.
Amerine Road Improvements
I live in Blount County and am in favor of the following projects for improving safety and growth in my area of TN, as well as increased use of Greenways:Mobility Plan Numbers: 09-231, 13-214, 13-215, 13-216, 13-218, 09-216, 09-644, 09-653, 17-202, 17-201, 18-202, 19-201, 21-100, 21-1002, 21-201, 21-204, 09-211, 09-214.
Montvale Rd (SR-336) Widening
This will be a much-needed upgrade. There is school-bound traffic twice a day, and safety is a concern as well as traffic problems. Also, many pedestrians, bicyclists, and walkers want to be able to use this road safely as it is near neighborhoods and schools. We should be upgrading our roads to reflect interest in people getting outside and using the greenway, whether for recreation, exercise, or going to and from the schools. I lived in this neighborhood for many years and always wished Montvale would get upgrades. The sidewalks will be a great improvement, as will the turnlane.
Montvale Rd (SR-336) Widening
Montvale Road is in desperate need of more sidewalks and pedestrian facilities. These have been promised to us for years but the city has never followed through. As someone who walked to school along Montvale Road for most of my life (walked to Sam Houston, Maryville Junior High, and Maryville High School), I know how dangerous the road is for pedestrians, especially during the after school rush. This project would improve safety and accessibility for an important road in Maryville.
Montvale Rd (SR-336) Widening
I support this project. This road is so busy that a left turn anywhere near this neighborhood is almost impossible at many times throughout the day. I maneuver this neighborhood very often and I go out of my way, around the block or around several blocks just to make right turns or go all the way down to a light. It feels very unsafe when on foot or bicycle as well. More time, attention, and fiscal resources need to continue to improve this danger zone.
Montvale Rd (SR-336) Widening
I support this project.? Having lived in this neighborhood at one time, we know that a way to cross Montvale Road safely, and for walkers and bikers to have safe access the greenway and schools, has been needed for years.? Moreover, traffic on this road gets very backed up at school opening and closing hours.? A center turn lane would be a huge help.? These improvements are long overdue, and I know how much difference it will make for residents whether they are on foot or in the car.
Montvale Rd (SR-336) Widening
Montvale Road in another very narrow highway with lots of traffic. The drop-offs on the edges of the road are very severe in many sections and make it one of the most dangerous roads in the county. This road has become an artery for bike traffic to the foothills parkway, but riding a bike on this road and others (Sevierville Road, Mint Road, e.g.) is taking one's life in one's hands. Any improvement plan to widen any of these older roads should also consider adding bike lanes to make it much safer. More and more residents and visitors like to ride bikes in the county and the state should make an effort to make that activity as safe as possible. Not all bike riders want to use the Greenways in the cities.
Montvale Rd (SR-336) Widening
Montvale Road in another very narrow highway with lots of traffic. The drop-offs on the edges of the road are very severe in many sections and make it one of the most dangerous roads in the county. This road has become an artery for bike traffic to the foothills parkway, but riding a bike on this road and others (Sevierville Road, Mint Road, e.g.) is taking one's life in one's hands. Any improvement plan to widen any of these older roads should also consider adding bike lanes to make it much safer. More and more residents and visitors like to ride bikes in the county and the state should make an effort to make that activity as safe as possible. Not all bike riders want to use the Greenways in the cities.
Sevierville Rd (SR-35/US-411) Widening
Sevierville Road is dangerous.? It could be much improved by adding shoulders, and widening to three lanes where possible.? Perhaps some of its traffic could be removed by providing a better east-west alternative route between Sevier County and Maryville? such as improving Ellejoy/Jeffries Hollow/ Wye Roads.? This corridor has a rapidly increasing traffic load, but it may still be sufficiently rural to accommodate widening.? One problem with this route is the ?Wye? intersection with Chapman Highway?a needed improvement not on your project list.? We find it frighteningly dangerous.
Sevierville Rd (SR-35/US-411) Widening
HWY 411, Sevierville Rd -- a very busy route between Maryville and Seymour/Sevierville/Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg.Please create some shoulders. This is a dangerous road.
Sevierville Rd (SR-35/US-411) Widening
I live in Blount County and am in favor of the following projects for improving safety and growth in my area of TN, as well as increased use of Greenways:Mobility Plan Numbers: 09-231, 13-214, 13-215, 13-216, 13-218, 09-216, 09-644, 09-653, 17-202, 17-201, 18-202, 19-201, 21-100, 21-1002, 21-201, 21-204, 09-211, 09-214.
W. Broadway Avenue (S.R. 33) Improvements
Hwy 33, East Broadway Maryville/Alcoa -- needs a center turn lane.
Washington Street Improvements from E. Broadway Ave. to U.S. 321
I live in Blount County and am in favor of the following projects for improving safety and growth in my area of TN, as well as increased use of Greenways:Mobility Plan Numbers: 09-231, 13-214, 13-215, 13-216, 13-218, 09-216, 09-644, 09-653, 17-202, 17-201, 18-202, 19-201, 21-100, 21-1002, 21-201, 21-204, 09-211, 09-214.
Chapman Hwy (SR-71/US-441) Operational and Safety Improvements
In general, I encourage the addition of bike lanes, widened shoulders, adjacent greenways and/ or sidewalks where possible. I believe that increasing interconnectivity of greenways/sidewalks and wide (bikeable) roadways/ bridges will greatly benefit our community in both the short and long term.Thank you for reading this and considering my input.
Chapman Hwy (SR-71/US-441) Operational and Safety Improvements
Yes, please. All the improvements on Chapman Highway that can be made would be beneficial. One of the largest is to limit the number of access points on Chapman Highway. Try to funnel traffic to specific points to get access to Chapman as opposed to the way it is now where there are multiple, multiple entryways to the road.
Chapman Hwy (SR-71/US-441) Operational and Safety Improvements
Chapman Highway. Improvements to mobility and especially traffic safety are greatly needed, all the way from Knoxville to Seymour.
Chapman Hwy (SR-71/US-441) Operational and Safety Improvements
HWY 441, Chapman Hwy -- a fast and busy route between Knoxville and Seymour/Sevierville/Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg.Needs many improvements
Lafayette Drive Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Improvements
I live in Blount County and am in favor of the following projects for improving safety and growth in my area of TN, as well as increased use of Greenways:Mobility Plan Numbers: 09-231, 13-214, 13-215, 13-216, 13-218, 09-216, 09-644, 09-653, 17-202, 17-201, 18-202, 19-201, 21-100, 21-1002, 21-201, 21-204, 09-211, 09-214.
Oak Ridge Rails to Trails
I greatly support the addition this and other access for bikers and pedestrians. I am glad this route is being considered. Please also consider collaborating with UTK/ the arboretum to extend this proposed route all the way to Haw Ridge Park.In general, I encourage the addition of bike lanes, widened shoulders, adjacent greenways and/ or sidewalks where possible. I believe that increasing interconnectivity of greenways/sidewalks and wide (bikeable) roadways/ bridges will greatly benefit our community in both the short and long term.Thank you for reading this and considering my input.
West End Corridor Intersection Improvements
I live in Blount County and am in favor of the following projects for improving safety and growth in my area of TN, as well as increased use of Greenways:Mobility Plan Numbers: 09-231, 13-214, 13-215, 13-216, 13-218, 09-216, 09-644, 09-653, 17-202, 17-201, 18-202, 19-201, 21-100, 21-1002, 21-201, 21-204, 09-211, 09-214.
Edgemoor Road (SR-170)
I encourage the addition of bike lanes, widened shoulders, adjacent greenways and/ or sidewalks where possible. I also support wider bridges that allow for pedestrian, bike, and vehicular use. I believe that increasing interconnectivity of greenways/sidewalks and wide (bikeable) roadways/ bridges will greatly benefit our community in both the short and long term. Keeping old bridges (the Pellisippi bridge at Solway, Edgemoor Rd bridge near bull run ), if practical, for pedestrian/ bike use should be considered. If this is not possible, I believe it is very important that the new bridges are useable by vehicle as well as pedestrians and bikers. Thank you for reading this and considering my input.
ETHRA Transit Vehicle Replacement Project
I live in Blount County and am in favor of the following projects for improving safety and growth in my area of TN, as well as increased use of Greenways:Mobility Plan Numbers: 09-231, 13-214, 13-215, 13-216, 13-218, 09-216, 09-644, 09-653, 17-202, 17-201, 18-202, 19-201, 21-100, 21-1002, 21-201, 21-204, 09-211, 09-214.
Boyds Creek Highway (SR 338) at Old Knoxville Highway Intersection Improvements
I live just off of the corner of this intersection, in front of Oak Haven Resort and have been here for 26 years. Needless to say, I have heard numerous accidents and close calls. The guard rail on Old Knoxville Highway has been replaced at least 3 times in the last 5 years. Prior to a guardrail being placed at that location, there was a minimum of 6 cars leaving the roadway and ending up in the neighbor's yard! Rain on the road is a big factor causing slippery conditions for those coming right off of Boyds Creek onto Old Knoxville Highway. Also, I am often afraid of being rear-ended waiting to make the left turn off of Boyds Creek onto Old Knoxville Highway as it is a downhill curve. To stop for someone turning comes up quick if you are not paying attention! During heavy traffic times, the traffic gets very backed up as thru traffic on Boyds Creek does not allow for turning off of Old Knoxville Highway nor Big River Overlook which also has a blocked view of Boyds Creek on their right. I would approve of and appreciate the roadways being aligned into a proper 4 square intersection with turn lanes and traffic light. There are many times those improvements would be a huge benefit for all who use this intersection. And with continued building of housing out in the Boyd's Creek community, the traffic will continue to have more volume. There are so many that use this intersection as a "short cut" to get into Sevierville to bypass Highway 66 that these improvements would really help!
Boyds Creek Highway (SR 338) at Old Knoxville Highway Intersection Improvements
That is, indeed, a dangerous intersection. Especially for traffic coming north on Old Knoxville Hwy, wanting to turn right or left on Boyds Creek Hwy. Hard to see fast-moving vehicles coming from either direction. Also, traffic heading west on Boyds Creek Hwy that want to turn left onto Old Knoxville Hwy have to stop all traffic behind them, while they wait for east-heading, fast-moving vehicles to get past the intersection. And then it's a very sharp left turn.Those of us who go through that intersection almost daily will certainly appreciate whatever can be done to make that intersection safer for all.
Boyds Creek Highway (SR 338) at Old Knoxville Highway Intersection Improvements
Thank you so much for addressing this intersection. Boyds Creek is an extremely busy road and seems as if improvements are never made in that area. Traffic light is needed there and also a the intersection of Boyds Creek and Hodges Bend Road. Thank you!!
Boyds Creek Highway (SR 338) at Old Knoxville Highway Intersection Improvements
This intersection desperately needs a traffic signal. There have been a great number of car crashes at this intersection over the last decade, some likely fatal. People on Boyd's Creek Highway travel at high speeds and it is very difficult to navigate this intersection safely at times due to vehicles entering and exiting from Old Knoxville Hwy, Boyd's Creek, Big River Overlook subdivision, and McCroskey Island Road. Please seriously consider installing a traffic signal and turn lanes.
Boyds Creek Highway (SR 338) at Old Knoxville Highway Intersection Improvements
I definitely think this project should be done. When getting onto Boyds Creek Hwy from Old Knoxville Hwy, I often have to accelerate quickly to take advantage of an opening in traffic.This can be particularly tricky if the road is the least bit wet. I consider myself fortunate that this hasn't caused me to be in an accident.
Boyds Creek Highway (SR 338) at Old Knoxville Highway Intersection Improvements
I live within 1/2 mile of this intersection. My neighbors and I feel turn lanes would be the answer, but a traffic light is not needed and might cause more accidents and frustration. I have lived on Boyds Creek Highway for over 50 years and have seen it go from a rarely-traveled dirt road to a heavily-traveled highway. We could really use turn lanes on all or most of Boyds Creek Highway. At this intersection, I recommend reconfiguring it on both Boyds Creek Hwy. and Old Knoxville Hwy. by adding space and lanes, and that will improve safety. Thank you for allowing our input!
Boyds Creek Highway (SR 338) at Old Knoxville Highway Intersection Improvements
A traffic light is badly needed here. There are many accidents here due to cars going too fast and other cars failing to yield to oncoming traffic. Additionally there is a resort called Oak Haven right next to this intersection so not only is the intersection dangerous but there are thousands of tourists who are unfamiliar with it. This means they don't practice proper care when navigating this intersection because they aren't aware of the risks. Also, with an increase of construction projects in the Boyd's creek and old Knoxville hwy like Soaky Mountain and numerous new homes, this intersection gets very congested at times with locals going to and from work. Please enhance this intersection's safety by completing this project