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Plans to make walking and rolling to the Great Falls Library safer moved closer to construction during a community meeting Thursday, Jan. 30, at the Great Falls Grange.
Fairfax County Department of Transportation Project Manager Mohamad El Kaissi presented the proposed design to Great Falls Citizens Association members, residents and Dranesville District Supervisor Jimmy Bierman.
The 2025 plan includes a high-visibility crosswalk, pedestrian warning signs, ADA-compliant curb ramps, rectangular rapid-flashing beacons and a pedestrian refuge island.
Other proposed work includes small sidewalk extensions and drainage improvements east of the Georgetown Pike intersection at Great Falls Shopping Center. The project would also remove the right-turn lane leading to the library and add curb extensions to shorten the crossing distance.
New pavement markings and signs are planned at the Great Falls Library entrance.
The improvements are intended to make library trips safer and easier for vulnerable road users, including pedestrians, cyclists, wheelchair users and people pushing strollers.
The fully funded $895,000 project is part of Fairfax County’s $100 million allocation for active transportation improvements. Transportation officials expect it to be completed in spring 2027.
An online survey seeking public feedback will remain open through Friday, Feb. 14.