anchor Description
This project provides the final design and construction of access improvements to the North Bethesda Metro Station (formerly known as the White Flint Metro Station). Access is currently limited to the southern end of the platform. Planned improvements funded for design and construction include modification of the intersection of Old Georgetown Road and Rockville Pike and sidewalk and streetscape improvements on the frontage of roads connecting the North Bethesda Metro Station entrance to surrounding areas. Metro has conducted a feasibility study of providing access at the northern end of the platform, including potential pedestrian underpass connections of MD (Rockville Pike). Construction of northern access to the station will reduce walk times to the Metro Platform.
anchorEstimated Schedule
Construction of the sidewalk and streetscape improvements along MD (Rockville Pike) was completed in The construction of intersection improvements at Old Georgetown Road and MD will be completed in
anchor Justification
This project is needed to improve the mobility and safety for all facility users within the project area by improving the walking routes to the Metro station platforms. The project may also reduce existing conflicts between pedestrians and vehicles. Currently, transit users, pedestrians, and bicyclists cross MD (Rockville Pike) and Old Georgetown Road to access the Metro station. Traffic volumes and speeds on MD can be high, and pedestrians must cross over seven lanes of traffic.
anchorFiscal Note
A state grant provided in for pedestrian improvements in the White Flint area.
anchorDisclosures
The County Executive asserts that this project conforms to the requirement of relevant local plans, as required by the Maryland Economic Growth, Resource Protection and Planning Act.
anchorCoordination
Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Maryland State Highway Administration, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority