Connecting Active Transportation Networks in Foley, Alabama
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2017-05-19
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Alternative Title:FHWA's Livable Communities Case Study Series
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Abstract:When the City of Foley, Alabama developed a new comprehensive plan in 2008, lack of walkability was identified as a major issue for the community. The city, with a population of 16,345, is segmented into four quadrants; US-98 runs east-west through the city, and Alabama State Route 59 (AL-59) runs north-south. AL-59 is a major highway for the entire region. It serves as the main arterial to the Gulf of Mexico, carrying up to 60,000 vehicles per day. While schools and a hospital are located on the west side of AL-59, the city’s historic museum, library, civic center, and other amenities are located on the east side. This separation limited residents’ ability to enjoy the amenities of Foley’s downtown, and as in many small towns throughout the country, Foley’s downtown was not as vibrant as it had once been. Many people did not feel safe crossing the busy highway (even at designated crossings); police officers regularly directed traffic at the main intersection of US-98 and AL-59 so that groups of schoolchildren could safely cross. Because of the long crossing distance and heavy traffic volumes on AL-59, this situation did not work well for either pedestrians or motorists.
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