Transportation Project List
A web-viewable version of the working Transportation Project List for Mount Vernon, Lorton, Route 1, Fort Belvoir, and South Fairfax. Visitors can search, browse by category, and open individual project summaries without downloading the Word document.
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Transit & Rail
Amtrak – Lorton Road afternoon backups & lane closuresTransit & Rail Listed / Under Review
Periodic backups occur on Lorton Road during afternoon hours due to train movements, gate closures, and staging activity associated with Amtrak’s Auto Train terminal. These slowdowns can create short but impactful queues, especially during peak school dismissal times and PM commuter flows. The...
- Type
- Rail operations / roadway impact
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
BRT – Richmond Highway Bus Rapid Transit (Huntington–Fort Belvoir)Transit & Rail Active Project – ROW Acquisition and Advanced Design Phase Project schedule upda
Lead Agencies: · Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) – Project owner · VDOT – Coordination on roadway interfaces and prerequisite road widening · NVTA – Major funding partner · FTA – Federal oversight & funding eligibility · WMATA – Integration with Metrobus & Metrorail ·...
- Type
- Premium transit system (Bus Rapid Transit) & multimodal corridor transformation
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Active Project – ROW Acquisition and Advanced Design Phase Project schedule updated; station design elements and corridor coordination continue.
Cross Country Trail Gaps Lorton / Laurel HillTransit & Rail Tracked / Under Review
A tracked transportation project, safety concern, study, or mobility item from the working Transportation Project List.
- Type
- Transportation project or issue
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Tracked / Under Review
CSX / Long Bridge / Third Track – VRE capacity and constructionTransit & Rail Listed / Under Review
The Long Bridge / Third Track Program is one of the largest rail infrastructure projects in the Eastern United States. The effort will double passenger rail capacity over the Potomac River and increase reliability and throughput for: VRE commuter trains Amtrak intercity trains CSX freight...
- Type
- Rail capacity expansion, third-track construction, major infrastructure project
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Fairfax Connector Network Redesign (Better Bus Initiative)Transit & Rail Listed / Under Review
Fairfax County is participating in the Better Bus Initiative, a complete redesign of the regional bus network led by WMATA. For South County, this effort will significantly reshape Fairfax Connector service by: Improving bus frequency Creating faster, more direct routes Reducing duplication...
- Type
- Transit network redesign, feeder bus restructuring, frequency upgrades
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Fairfax Connector Transit Strategic PlanTransit & Rail Listed / Under Review
The Fairfax Connector Transit Strategic Plan (TSP) is a ten-year roadmap guiding the evolution of Fairfax County’s bus system from Fiscal Year 2023 through Fiscal Year 2033. The plan evaluates existing Fairfax Connector service, incorporates extensive public outreach, and outlines a strategic...
- Type
- Transit strategic plan, service planning, operations and capital coordination
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Giles Run Bridge & Park access road / trailTransit & Rail Listed / Under Review
The Giles Run Bridge & Park Access Roadway Project improves vehicle, bicycle, and pedestrian access to Giles Run Park, a key recreational destination in the Laurel Hill area. The project modernizes the existing park access road and constructs 1,500 linear feet of new trail, improving...
- Type
- Park access improvement, shared-use trail expansion, roadway upgrade
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Giles Run Tributary Bridge Replacement (Parks / Trails)Transit & Rail Listed / Under Review
Giles Run Stream Valley includes several wooden and steel pedestrian bridges that support heavy year-round use by hikers, runners, cyclists, equestrians, and disc golfers. These bridges are aging, with some showing signs of structural wear, erosion at abutments, and deck deterioration. FCPA has...
- Type
- Trail bridge replacement, park infrastructure rehabilitation
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Gunston Road walkway / Mason Neck Trail projectsTransit & Rail Listed / Under Review
Gunston Road is the primary access route into Mason Neck, connecting multiple residential areas, Gunston Hall, Pohick Bay Regional Park, Mason Neck State Park, and the Wildlife Refuge Complex. Despite increasing pedestrian, bicyclist, and recreational traffic, large segments of the corridor lack...
- Type
- Pedestrian & bicycle infrastructure, multimodal connectivity
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Hooes Road Pedestrian Safety (Dudley / Laurel Crest / South Run Trail / RRFBs)Transit & Rail Listed / Under Review
The South Run Stream Valley Trail is one of South County’s most heavily used recreational and commuting paths. It crosses Hooes Road, a corridor characterized by: Steep hills High vehicle speeds Limited visibility Heavy cut-through traffic during peak hours This creates elevated safety risks for...
- Type
- Pedestrian safety enhancement, trail crossing upgrades, speed mitigation
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Lorton Road / Amtrak track expansion – lane closures (19–22 months)Transit & Rail Listed / Under Review
As part of the Long Bridge / Third Track expansion, major rail construction is occurring along the CSX/Amtrak rail corridor from the Springfield Interchange to south of the Auto Train terminal in Lorton. This includes substantial work in the vicinity of Lorton Road, requiring 19–22 months of...
- Type
- Rail infrastructure construction (VPRA/Amtrak) and roadway impact mitigation
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Long Bridge Project – VRE third track (Springfield Metro → Auto Train)Transit & Rail Listed / Under Review
The Long Bridge Expansion is the most significant passenger rail investment in the Washington region in over a century. A critical Fairfax County component is construction of a new continuous third track running from Springfield Metro through Lorton and past the Auto Train facility. This Fairfax...
- Type
- Passenger rail expansion, third-track construction, corridor modernization
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Mason Neck Trail North (Julia Taft Way → Pohick Bay Golf)Transit & Rail Listed / Under Review
The Mason Neck Trail North project is a major step toward creating a continuous, safe, multimodal trail system throughout Mason Neck. This shared-use path will run along Gunston Road, connecting neighborhoods, nature centers, Gunston Hall, Pohick Bay Regional Park, and eventually Mason Neck...
- Type
- Shared-use path construction, pedestrian & bicycle safety, connectivity to parks and wildlife refuges
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Route 1 Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Planning Zones)Transit & Rail Listed / Under Review
Fairfax County’s Embark Richmond Highway plan establishes a long-term vision for Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) along the U.S. 1 corridor, aligned with: Future Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Widening and multimodal improvements Redevelopment of aging commercial properties Creation of walkable,...
- Type
- Long-term land use and transportation integration, redevelopment strategy
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
South County Feeder Bus Service (Richmond Hwy / Kingstowne / Springfield)Transit & Rail Listed / Under Review
The South County Feeder Bus Service project (TPP #83) is a significant transit investment aimed at strengthening bus connections between South Fairfax communities and major regional hubs, including: The Richmond Highway corridor Kingstowne Town Center Springfield Franconia Metro Station Richmond...
- Type
- Transit expansion, feeder bus service, multimodal corridor improvement
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
South County Trail Network Connectivity (ActiveFairfax Priority)Transit & Rail Listed / Under Review
The South County Trail Network is one of the most extensive in Fairfax County, but it contains numerous gaps, discontinuities, and missing connections. Fairfax County’s ActiveFairfax Transportation Plan identifies completing these gaps as a top priority, especially where trail segments support:...
- Type
- Countywide active-transportation initiative; multimodal gap analysis & planning
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Roads, Intersections & Operations
Backlick Bridge Replacement (Newington Area)Roads, Intersections & Operations Tracked / Under Review
A tracked transportation project, safety concern, study, or mobility item from the working Transportation Project List.
- Type
- Transportation project or issue
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Tracked / Under Review
Covanta Force Main / Lorton Road DPWES projectRoads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
Fairfax County’s Department of Public Works & Environmental Services (DPWES) is undertaking a major infrastructure project to replace the large-diameter sewer force main that serves the County’s Noman M. Cole Jr. Pollution Control Plant and interacts with waste conveyance systems near the...
- Type
- Utility infrastructure replacement (force main), roadway impacts, long-term maintenance project
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Fairfax County Parkway: I-95 to Telegraph spot improvementsRoads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
The segment of Fairfax County Parkway between I-95 and Telegraph Road is one of South Fairfax’s most congested and complex roadway nodes. Traffic merges from: I-95 NB Fairfax County Parkway NB Telegraph Road WB Backlick Road & Terminal Road (industrial/employment center) This creates recurring...
- Type
- Operational improvements, spot widening, turn-lane extensions, merge enhancements
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Furnace Road – truck parking (incl. Silverbrook & Hooes)Roads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
The Furnace Road corridor—serving Lorton’s landfill, waste transfer operations, industrial yards, and access routes to I-95—has long experienced recurring issues with illegal truck parking, staging, idling, and shoulder encroachment. These behaviors create: Sight distance hazards Shoulder...
- Type
- Safety issue, enforcement concern, roadway operations, industrial traffic management
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Fort Belvoir Roadway & Access Study (Long-Term Planning)Roads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
Fort Belvoir is one of the largest employment hubs in Northern Virginia. Its roadway network, security gates, and external connections to local streets significantly influence traffic patterns across South Fairfax. While no single major project has been formally launched, Fort Belvoir and...
- Type
- Access management, long-term roadway planning, military–civil coordination
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Gunston Plaza / Route 1 – Proposed No Left Turn RestrictionRoads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
VDOT strongly recommends prohibiting left turns from the Gunston Plaza shopping center onto southbound Route 1, citing a high number of crashes, side-impact collisions, and turning conflicts at this commercial driveway. The existing access point requires vehicles to cross multiple high-volume...
- Type
- Safety / Access Management
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Gunston Road Speeding & Curve Safety Study (Community Concern)Roads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
Gunston Road is a two-lane rural-style state highway serving as the primary access route for: Mason Neck residents Gunston Elementary School Pohick Bay Regional Park Mason Neck State Park Gunston Hall historic site Recreational cyclists and pedestrians The roadway includes multiple sharp curves,...
- Type
- Roadway safety concern, potential VDOT study, community-reported issue
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Hassett Street – No Left Turn RestrictionRoads, Intersections & Operations Tracked / Under Review
A tracked transportation project, safety concern, study, or mobility item from the working Transportation Project List.
- Type
- Transportation project or issue
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Tracked / Under Review
Hooes Road / Silverbrook Road Curve Safety Review (Non-Widening)Roads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
Independent of the major Hooes Road widening project (2→4 lanes), residents and SCF members have identified specific curve segments on Hooes Road and Silverbrook Road that present ongoing safety issues. Concerns include: Speeding through blind curves Narrow or nonexistent shoulders Ditches and...
- Type
- Roadway safety evaluation, curve review, potential VDOT study
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Hooes Road widening (Fairfax County Pkwy to Silverbrook)Roads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
Hooes Road is an important connector serving Newington Forest, South Run, and Laurel Hill, functioning as a secondary east–west alternative to Silverbrook Road. Historically, this segment was identified for potential widening from two lanes to four lanes, and remains listed in older...
- Type
- Long-range roadway capacity proposal (not currently funded or advancing)
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
I-95 Corridor Improvement Study – Springfield to Occoquan (Long-Term Planning)Roads, Intersections & Operations Long-Term Regional Planning Concept – Not Yet Funded Expected to be incorporated
The I-95 corridor between Springfield and the Occoquan River is consistently one of the most congested highways in the eastern United States. Traffic, crash rates, commuter demand, freight movement, and Express Lanes interactions all create persistent bottlenecks that spill over into: Route 123...
- Type
- Corridor-wide long-range planning, congestion mitigation, multimodal upgrades
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Long-Term Regional Planning Concept – Not Yet Funded Expected to be incorporated into future VDOT/MWCOG regional programs.
I-95 SB backups at Occoquan / Route 123 and local roadsRoads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
Southbound I-95 approaching the Occoquan River is one of the most persistent congestion chokepoints in Northern Virginia. Evening peak travel frequently results in heavy queueing that spills back across the bridge, through the Route 123 interchange area, and onto local Fairfax County roadways,...
- Type
- Congestion, safety, interstate operations
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
I-95 NB flyover and Fairfax County Parkway spot improvementsRoads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
The Fairfax County Parkway / I-95 interchange is one of the most complex and heavily used freeway nodes in Northern Virginia. Daily congestion, difficult merges, and multi-lane weaving have long created safety and operational issues. VDOT’s Spot Improvements Project proposes several targeted...
- Type
- Interchange upgrades, congestion mitigation, safety improvements
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
I-95 & Route 123 interchange improvements (Prince William County)Roads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
The I-95 / Route 123 Interchange Improvements project is a major VDOT initiative aimed at reducing severe congestion at one of the most notorious choke points in Northern Virginia: the interchange just south of the Occoquan River. Although the project is located in Prince William County, its...
- Type
- Interchange reconstruction, congestion relief, operational improvements
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
I-95 NB/SB Operational & Safety Projects (Corridor Summary)Roads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
The I-95 corridor through South Fairfax is one of the most congested and operationally complex freeway segments on the East Coast. Longstanding issues include: Severe SB backups at the Occoquan Weaving and merge conflicts near the Fairfax County Parkway (NB and SB) Unsafe truck parking at Exit...
- Type
- Corridor operations, safety, interchange performance
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
I-95 Exit 163 – truck parking on exit rampRoads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
The I-95 SB Exit 163 ramp into Lorton has become a persistent location for tractor-trailers and commercial trucks to park or queue illegally, especially during nighttime and early morning hours. This activity creates serious safety hazards, including: Reduced sight distance for exiting vehicles...
- Type
- Safety, illegal parking / standing, interstate operations
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Lorton Road / Silverbrook Road – triple left turn & updated traffic studyRoads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
The intersection of Lorton Road and Silverbrook Road is one of South County’s most constrained and heavily used nodes. It serves east–west travel across Lorton and Laurel Hill, provides access to I-95, supports school and commuter traffic, and acts as a connector to neighborhoods, industrial...
- Type
- Intersection capacity expansion, safety improvements, traffic operations
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Lorton Road / Silverbrook Road – Corridor Improvements & Operational ImpactsRoads, Intersections & Operations Early Pre-Scoping Phase (2025)
The Lorton Road / Silverbrook Road intersection is a major east–west and north–south connector in South County, and is the subject of ongoing planning and preliminary engineering work. The project, supported by a $500,000 federal earmark, proposes: A triple left-turn lane from SB Silverbrook →...
- Type
- Corridor and intersection improvement; safety and congestion management
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Early Pre-Scoping Phase (2025)
Lee Chapel Road – alignment & safety improvementsRoads, Intersections & Operations Active – Design & Safety Engineering Phase Project moving forward with County an
Lee Chapel Road is a winding, hilly, two-lane corridor with a history of serious crashes, including fatal incidents involving young drivers. Poor sight lines, limited shoulders, sharp curves, and inconsistent roadway geometry create persistent safety challenges for motorists, cyclists, and...
- Type
- Roadway realignment, safety enhancement, crash mitigation
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Active – Design & Safety Engineering Phase Project moving forward with County and VDOT collaboration.
Mulligan Road / Telegraph Road Traffic Flow ReviewRoads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
The stretch of Mulligan Road near Telegraph Road has experienced steadily increasing traffic volumes as new residential development, school enrollment growth, and regional commuting patterns evolve. Residents report: Congestion at the Telegraph Road intersection Visibility issues caused by...
- Type
- Traffic operations review, intersection visibility, potential VDOT/FCDOT study
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Ox Road (Route 123) Multimodal Study (Long-Term ConceptRoads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
Route 123 (Ox Road) is a critical north–south arterial for South County, carrying heavy commuter volumes, commercial traffic, bus service, and recreation-related travel. Yet it remains largely auto-oriented, with limited pedestrian and bicycle facilities, long distances between safe crossings,...
- Type
- Long-range multimodal corridor study (future need)
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Richmond Highway corridor improvements & CSX underpass / wideningsRoads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
The Richmond Highway Corridor Improvements are one of the largest roadway reconstruction efforts in Northern Virginia. The project aims to transform Richmond Highway into a safer, more multimodal corridor, preparing it for the future Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system, improving congestion, and...
- Type
- Roadway widening, multimodal reconstruction, safety, transit-preparation
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Richmond Highway / Gunston Plaza – No left turn restrictionsRoads, Intersections & Operations Tracked / Under Review
A tracked transportation project, safety concern, study, or mobility item from the working Transportation Project List.
- Type
- Transportation project or issue
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Tracked / Under Review
Route 1 & Hassett Street – proposed no left turn to SB Route 1Roads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
VDOT has recommended a full restriction on left turns from Hassett Street onto southbound Richmond Highway (Route 1) due to a documented pattern of crashes and near-miss conflicts. The intersection geometry, high traffic volumes on Route 1, and limited sight distance have created ongoing safety...
- Type
- Safety / Access Management
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Silverbrook / Hooes Roundabout Feasibility (Community Concept)Roads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
The intersection of Silverbrook Road and Hooes Road is a significant traffic node in South Fairfax, carrying daily volumes from: School traffic (South County HS & MS) Commuters using Hooes Road as an alternative to Route 1 or I-95 Local residential traffic Laurel Hill & Crosspointe community...
- Type
- Conceptual operational improvement (roundabout feasibility)
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Silverbrook Road speed cameras (Laurel Hill ES)Roads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
In response to persistent community concerns about excessive speeding on Silverbrook Road, especially adjacent to Laurel Hill Elementary School, Fairfax County implemented automated speed cameras within the designated school zone. Silverbrook Road is a wide, high-speed arterial connecting much...
- Type
- Automated speed enforcement, school-zone safety
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Telegraph Road / Lorton Road Intersection Timing ReviewRoads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
The Telegraph Road / Lorton Road intersection serves as a major east–west and north–south connector for South County residents. Congestion occurs during: AM commute hours (northbound Telegraph heading toward Springfield) PM commute hours (westbound Lorton Road leaving Newington and Fort Belvoir)...
- Type
- Operational improvement (signal timing), congestion management study
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Telegraph Road / Silverbrook Road Safety & Visibility ReviewRoads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
The Telegraph Road / Silverbrook Road intersection is heavily traveled and features challenging geometry, high speeds, and frequent congestion during peak hours. Residents have raised concerns about: Limited visibility at certain approaches High-speed merging conflicts Difficulty making left...
- Type
- Intersection safety review, visibility improvements, potential VDOT/FCDOT study
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Telegraph Road Corridor Capacity Study (Long-Term Concept)Roads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
Telegraph Road has evolved into a major regional commuter corridor, carrying significant traffic between: Fort Belvoir Springfield Interchange & I-95 Newington industrial areas Laurel Hill / Lorton residential areas Kingstowne / Franconia Despite its importance, Telegraph Road has not undergone...
- Type
- Corridor-wide long-term planning, capacity and operational analysis
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
VDOT paving – Old Colchester, Harley, Springfield Dr, Park Rd, segments of I-95/I-395Roads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
VDOT’s annual paving program resurfaces hundreds of lane-miles across Fairfax County. For South Fairfax, this includes local neighborhood roads, collector roads, and major arterials. Paving ensures: Safe, smooth road surfaces Restoration of worn pavement markings Improved water drainage Reduced...
- Type
- Roadway resurfacing, restriping, shoulder repair
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Workhouse Road – No Thru Trucks (Update & Monitoring)Roads, Intersections & Operations Listed / Under Review
Workhouse Road is a local neighborhood-serving roadway that provides access to: The Workhouse Arts Center Several residential communities Parkland and trail areas Lorton Road and Route 123 Despite restrictions, heavy trucks occasionally use Workhouse Road as a cut-through route, creating safety...
- Type
- Safety enforcement measure; signage & compliance monitoring
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Trails, Walkability & Safety
ActiveFairfax – Funded Active Transportation Projects (District list)Trails, Walkability & Safety Active – Multi-project implementation underway The map is updated regularly with
The ActiveFairfax Transportation Plan is Fairfax County’s comprehensive approach to building a connected, safe, and accessible network of sidewalks, bikeways, trails, and crossings. It consolidates the former Countywide Trails Plan and Bicycle Master Plan, establishing a modern mobility...
- Type
- Countywide bicycle, pedestrian, and trail improvement program
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Active – Multi-project implementation underway The map is updated regularly with design, construction, and funding changes.
Cinder Bed Bikeway & Newington Road active-transportation projectsTrails, Walkability & Safety Listed / Under Review
The Cinder Bed Bikeway is a major active-transportation project designed to provide a safe, continuous, and grade-separated bicyclist and pedestrian route through the Cinder Bed Road corridor. The project introduces a shared-use path and two pedestrian bridges, improving access between...
- Type
- Shared-use path, trail bridges, multimodal safety upgrade
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Gunston Cove Road walkway & no-thru-trucks at Lorton Market StreetTrails, Walkability & Safety Listed / Under Review
Gunston Cove Road is a key connector linking Lorton Road, Silverbrook Road, and the Lorton Market Street commercial area. Due to limited pedestrian facilities, residents have long requested better walkability and safer access along this corridor. The County has proposed constructing a walkway on...
- Type
- Pedestrian safety, active transportation, truck restriction enforcement
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Hooes Road walkway (Ox Road to Furnace Road)Trails, Walkability & Safety Listed / Under Review
Hooes Road is a critical east–west corridor serving residential communities, schools, parks, and regional travel between Ox Road, Fairfax County Parkway, Silverbrook Road, and Furnace Road. Despite steady pedestrian traffic, the corridor lacks continuous sidewalks, creating unsafe conditions for...
- Type
- Pedestrian walkway, missing-link construction, safety enhancement
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Lorton Station Boulevard – road diet & Potomac Bend crosswalkTrails, Walkability & Safety Listed / Under Review
Lorton Station Boulevard serves as the primary spine for the Lorton Station residential and commercial district, offering access to retail centers, neighborhoods, and the VRE station. Increasing pedestrian activity—including school children, transit riders, and residents—has prompted Fairfax...
- Type
- Pedestrian safety, traffic calming, active transportation improvements
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Newington Road sidewalk / active transportation link (Telegraph → Ona)Trails, Walkability & Safety Listed / Under Review
Newington Road is a well-traveled east–west connector between Telegraph Road and communities surrounding Dupell Park, Newington Forest, and Cinder Bed Road. Despite steady residential foot traffic, the corridor currently lacks a safe, continuous pedestrian facility on the north side, forcing...
- Type
- Sidewalk construction, missing-link completion, active transportation
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Pohick Estates (Southrun Road) – 2026 repaving & bike lanes vs street parkingTrails, Walkability & Safety Listed / Under Review
Southrun Road is scheduled for VDOT repaving in 2026, creating an opportunity to evaluate new bike lanes, improved crosswalks, and potential reallocation of roadway space. Repaving years are one of the only times VDOT can easily modify pavement striping, making this a highly impactful and...
- Type
- VDOT repaving program; restriping; pedestrian & bicycle safety
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Pohick Road widening (Route 1 → I-95) – not advancing; path moving forwardTrails, Walkability & Safety Listed / Under Review
Pohick Road has long been listed in earlier transportation plans for potential widening from two lanes to four lanes between Route 1 and I-95. However, Fairfax County—supported by updated traffic analysis and changing transportation priorities—has confirmed that the widening project is not...
- Type
- Roadway capacity expansion (canceled / not advancing), safety & multimodal planning
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Pohick Road walkway (Route 1 → I-95 / Lorton Station Boulevard)Trails, Walkability & Safety Listed / Under Review
Pohick Road is a critical east–west connection linking Route 1, Lorton Station, I-95, Pohick Estates, and residential communities. Despite its importance, this corridor lacks continuous pedestrian facilities on both sides of the roadway, creating safety concerns for walkers, bus riders, and...
- Type
- Sidewalk & shared-use path construction, pedestrian safety, missing-link completion
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Richmond Highway pedestrian fatalities & safety measuresTrails, Walkability & Safety Listed / Under Review
Richmond Highway has a long-standing and well-documented pattern of pedestrian injuries and fatalities, particularly in high-speed, multi-lane segments where mid-block crossings are common and safe crossing opportunities are spaced far apart. Multiple recent incidents — including several...
- Type
- Corridor safety / pedestrian protection
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Silverbrook Road & Plaskett Lane – intersection safety & RRFBTrails, Walkability & Safety Active Community Safety Concern — Under Study
The intersection of Silverbrook Road and Plaskett Lane is one of South County’s highest-profile pedestrian safety concerns. The area sees: High vehicle speeds Significant peak-hour congestion Limited sight distance Heavy pedestrian crossing demand, especially from nearby neighborhoods A petition...
- Type
- Pedestrian safety improvement, traffic control evaluation, RRFB request, signal warrant study
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Active Community Safety Concern — Under Study
Silverbrook Road – Crosspointe crosswalk & RRFBTrails, Walkability & Safety Listed / Under Review
This project delivers essential safety improvements at the Crosspointe Drive crossing of Silverbrook Road, a location where high vehicle speeds, limited crossing opportunities, and strong pedestrian demand create elevated safety risks. Silverbrook Road serves as a busy north–south corridor...
- Type
- Pedestrian crossing safety, RRFB installation, refuge island
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Snowden Ashford Walkway & Roadway Improvements (Giles Run / Laurel Hill)Trails, Walkability & Safety Listed / Under Review
A tracked transportation project, safety concern, study, or mobility item from the working Transportation Project List.
- Type
- Transportation project or issue
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Policy, Planning & Studies
E-ZPass Toll Revenues – use and clarificationPolicy, Planning & Studies Listed / Under Review
Many residents believe that tolls collected from local Express Lanes or other facilities return directly to Fairfax County as a “local revenue stream.” This is not the case. The E-ZPass system itself collects no local revenue. Instead, tolls flow to: Statewide administration of E-ZPass, and The...
- Type
- Policy clarification, toll system finance, statewide revenue management
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
VDOT speed limits – presentations & follow-upPolicy, Planning & Studies Listed / Under Review
VDOT’s Traffic Engineering Division agreed to present to the South County Federation (SCF) on how speed limits are determined, evaluated, updated, and enforced in Virginia. The presentation, coordinated by Houda Ali, will explain: The scientific and engineering principles behind speed limit...
- Type
- Traffic engineering presentation, speed limit evaluation, community education
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Workhouse Arts Center Access & Multimodal Circulation StudyPolicy, Planning & Studies Listed / Under Review
The Workhouse Arts Center is undergoing significant repositioning as a cultural, recreational, and community destination. With expanding uses—including arts programming, festivals, seasonal events, studios, classes, and the potential for future redevelopment—the transportation network around the...
- Type
- Access management study, multimodal planning, event traffic operations
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Maintenance & Reporting
Paving Map - linkMaintenance & Reporting Tracked / Under Review
A tracked transportation project, safety concern, study, or mobility item from the working Transportation Project List.
- Type
- Transportation project or issue
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Tracked / Under Review
Paving Schedule - linkMaintenance & Reporting Listed / Under Review
A tracked transportation project, safety concern, study, or mobility item from the working Transportation Project List.
- Type
- Transportation project or issue
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
VDOT maintenance – vegetation, mowing, sign visibilityMaintenance & Reporting Listed / Under Review
Community members and Supervisor offices recently raised concerns about overgrown vegetation, inadequate mowing, and obscured roadway signage along several state-maintained roads in South Fairfax. These conditions reduce sight distance for drivers, obscure warning and regulatory signs, block...
- Type
- Roadway maintenance, vegetation management, mowing, sign clearance
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
VDOT pothole repairs – MyVDOT requestsMaintenance & Reporting Listed / Under Review
Potholes form due to winter freeze–thaw cycles, high truck volumes, aging pavement, and drainage issues. They pose risks to: Personal vehicles School buses Cyclists Motorcyclists Emergency vehicles Fairfax County relies on VDOT's MyVDOT system to receive, track, and close pothole service...
- Type
- Roadway maintenance, pothole patching, pavement hazard mitigation
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Other Community Mobility Items
Belvoir North Area Gate Access ImprovementsOther Community Mobility Items Ongoing – Operational Management with Potential Future Capital Needs Fort Belvoi
The Fort Belvoir North Area (FBNA) gate system frequently generates congestion on Pohick Road and adjacent corridors due to intensive morning and afternoon security screening requirements. Growing employment at FBNA, changes in DoD security procedures, and commercial development along Route 1...
- Type
- Military installation access improvements, congestion management, security upgrades
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Ongoing – Operational Management with Potential Future Capital Needs Fort Belvoir leadership is aware of congestion issues and continues adjusting operational protocols. Formal capital improvement planning may emerge in future DoD budgets.
Gunston Elementary School – afternoon pickup / Kiss & Ride safetyOther Community Mobility Items Listed / Under Review
Gunston Elementary continues to experience significant afternoon congestion, queuing, and safety conflicts during the PM “Kiss & Ride” pickup period. This congestion routinely spills onto Gunston Road, reducing sight distance, causing delays for through traffic, and creating potential safety...
- Type
- School traffic operations / pedestrian & driver safety
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Lorton as cut-through route for Prince William County trafficOther Community Mobility Items Listed / Under Review
Increasingly, Prince William County (PWC) commuters traveling toward Fort Belvoir, Springfield, Alexandria, and other job centers are cutting through Lorton-area roads to bypass severe congestion on: I-95 Northbound, Old Bridge Road, Route 123 (Gordon Blvd), and The Occoquan bottleneck. This has...
- Type
- Regional traffic circulation / cut-through mitigation
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Lorton Station Boulevard – Traffic Signal Timing OptimizationOther Community Mobility Items Listed / Under Review
Lorton Station Boulevard experiences significant PM congestion, particularly during Auto Train departure times and evening commuter peaks. Because traffic volumes fluctuate based on train schedules, coordination with VDOT for signal timing optimization has become an important operational need....
- Type
- Operational traffic improvement (signal timing), congestion mitigation
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
Pothold Reporting - linkOther Community Mobility Items Tracked / Under Review
A tracked transportation project, safety concern, study, or mobility item from the working Transportation Project List.
- Type
- Transportation project or issue
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Tracked / Under Review
South County High School / Laurel Crest – left-turn restrictionsOther Community Mobility Items Listed / Under Review
Safety concerns around South County High School (SCHS) intensified due to heavy student-driver traffic, parent drop-offs, bus operations, and conflicts at campus access points—especially involving left-turn movements that created collision risks and congestion. Two specific left-turn...
- Type
- School-zone traffic control, left-turn restrictions, enforcement authority
- Location
- Mount Vernon / South Fairfax
- Status
- Listed / Under Review
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