Comprehensive Transportation Plan - March 2019

Morrisville-Carpenter Road Church Street to East of Town Hall Drive

Length 0.55 Miles

Street Hierarchy Major Thoroughfare Crash Summary (6/2013-5/2016) Total Crashes 131 Injury 29 Property Damage 101 Fatalities 1 Most Predominant Rear End Priority Served 1. Congestion 2. Transit 3. Appearance

Traffic Volume (vpd) 2010 – 7,762 2040 – 17,535 Congestion (v/c ratio) 2010 – 0.82 2040 – 0.56

Existing Conditions Morrisville-Carpenter Road provides a vital link through the heart of Morrisville, providing connections for local and regional traffic between NC 55 and I-40. The majority of the roadway in Morrisville is two lanes, but in many areas additional pavement has been provided for turn lanes into neighborhoods and commercial development. Pedestrian access along the roadway has been enhanced through mid-block crosswalks featuring rectangular rapid flash beacons that can be activated by pedestrians. Recommendations Design plans for widening are underway for Morrisville-Carpenter Road. Key recommendations for this facility include improvements to intersections throughout the section. Changes in turning movements and access will be especially notable for the section of Morrisville-Carpenter Road near NC 54. Bicycle and pedestrian accommodations are recommended to include wide outside travel lanes and 5-ft sidewalks on both sides. Special consideration should be given to connections to future greenways and the trailhead along Town Hall Drive.

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