Past Studies
The HRMPO Small Area Study (SAS) Program identifies regional transportation issues and develops fundable solutions to advance the goals of the MPO’s Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) and local Comprehensive and Economic Development Plans. Short-Range planning activities for the HRMPO include maintenance of the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and small area or corridor studies to advance projects to the project application and programming stage.
This task allows HRMPO staff or consultants to perform corridor, interchange, or intersection planning studies to prepare projects for advancement to the Virginia Department of Transportation’s (VDOT) Six Year Improvement Program (SYIP) and Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) or towards construction funded by other means.
The studies often examine transportation issues related to vehicular traffic; however, active transportation modes and transit will also be incorporated into all studies. These studies also may include opportunities to examine the potential for economic development and show commitment to infrastructure improvements.
Review past studies in our region:
Port Republic and Bluestone Drive Bicycle-Pedestrian Bridge Feasibility Study (2021)
This study evaluated three (3) Port Republic Road grade-separated crossing alternatives based upon the cost of the project; user convenience; impact to utilities and properties; impact to the traveling public during construction; and impact to the viewshed.
Downtown Harrisonburg Operations Study (2020)
This study evaluated the traffic impacts of reconfiguring the downtown transportation network, which will inform the City’s 2020 Downtown Master Planning process.
Learn more about the Downtown Harrisonburg Operations Study (2020).
Mount Crawford Park and Ride Lot Improvements (2020)
This study revisits the design of a $3.1 million SMART SCALE Round 3 application for an improved Park and Ride lot on Route 257 near I-81 Exit 240.
Learn more about the Mount Crawford Park and Ride Lot Improvements (2020).
Non-Motorized Project Development Pipeline (2019)
The Pipeline updated and revised our understanding of regional non-motorized safety needs and developed a list of strong candidate project sites for the 2019 Transportation Alternatives (TAP) and Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) application cycles.
Learn more about the Non-Motorized Project Development Pipeline (2019).
The Port Republic Road Safety and Operations Study (2019)
This study addresses operational and safety issues at multiple intersections along the corridor between South Main Street and Devon Lane.
Learn more about the Port Republic Road Safety and Operations Study (2019).
The Market Street (Route 33) STARS Study (2018)
This STARS study identified strategies to reduce crashes, maximize existing vehicular capacity, and make spot improvements to this important corridor through analysis of existing and future conditions. The goal of this study was to identify targeted improvements that could be programmed into the VDOT Six-Year Improvement Program (SYIP).
Learn more about the Market Street (Route 33) STARS Study (2018).
VA 42 and Garbers Church Road Intersection Small Area Study (2018)
The VA 42 and Garbers Church Road Small Area Study evaluated options to address safe left turns for VA 42 northbound buggy drivers and bicyclists to access Garbers Church Road, Garbers Crossing Shopping Center, and business destinations in the City of Harrisonburg.
Learn more about the VA 42 and Garbers Church Road Intersection Small Area Study (2018).
Bridgewater's Main Street Small Area Study (2017)
This study focused on access management solutions, street connectivity/realignment, intersection reconfiguration, public policies guiding (re)development, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, and streetscaping along the Main Street/VA 42 corridor in Bridgewater.
Learn more about Bridgewater’s Main Street Small Area Study (2017).