DRAFT Comprehensive Transportation Plan Update: 2/23/2018 version

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)

Traffic Volume (vpd) 2010 – 7,762

Total Crashes

131

Injury

29

Property Damage

101

2040 – 17,535

Fatalities 1 Most Predominant Rear End

Congestion (v/c ratio)

Priority Served 1. Congestion 2. Transit 3. Appearance

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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