HR-23-10: Route 17 (George Washington Memorial Highway)/Route 171 (Victory Boulevard) - York County

Intersection of Route 17 (George Washington Memorial Highway) and Route 171 (Victory Boulevard)

Survey

The Phase 2 survey regarding potential improvements at the intersection of Route 17 (George Washington Memorial Highway) and Route 171 (Victory Boulevard), in York County is complete.

Project Purpose

The purpose of this study is to analyze the operational and safety issues identified at the intersection of Route 17 (George Washington Memorial Highway) and Route 171 (Victory Boulevard), with a focus on providing enhanced bicycle and transit access, transportation demand management, safety improvements, and congestion mitigation. This intersection area has a high number of rear-end crashes related to congestion and a high number of angle crashes at both signalized and unsignalized intersections. The surrounding area sees an increase of commuters during AM and PM peak hours, which places stress on the intersection and leads to significant congestion. The objective of this study is to identify cost-effective preferred improvement alternatives that address the documented needs.

Study Partners

• York County
• Hampton Roads Transportation Planning Organization (HRTPO)
• Kimley-Horn

Key Points of Contact

District Lead: Jerry Pauley/Eric Stringfield

Lead Consultant: Rob Prunty/Andy Nagle

Schedule