Design and Construction Report staff writer
The City of Charlotte been granted $31.4 million from the federal government for four infrastructure projects in three Corridors of Opportunity.
“These federal investments affirm Charlotte’s strategic vision to build a connected, equitable and sustainable future,” said Mayor Vi Lyles. “By focusing on infrastructure that serves all residents, these projects will have a lasting impact on our city’s growth and quality of life.”
The federal funding includes:
$1.3 million for the Albemarle Cultural Trail (Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program (ATIIP)
- Create a vibrant cultural trail along the Albemarle corridor, improving access to community hubs, businesses and residential areas. Enhancements aim to celebrate local culture while improving pedestrian and cyclist safety.
$1.4 million for the Rozzelles Ferry Bike Path (Reconnecting Communities Program)
- Focus on reconnecting neighborhoods by providing a dedicated bike path along the Rozzelles Ferry corridor. The bike path will enhance mobility, reduce carbon emissions and promote healthier lifestyles for residents.
$25 million for the Freedom Drive Mobility Corridor (Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) Program)
- Create a more accessible and efficient multimodal corridor along Freedom Drive, connecting residents to jobs, schools and essential services. The project supports equitable transportation and aligns with the city’s long-term mobility goals. Learn more.
$3.7 million for Orr Road Separation and Rail Crossing Closure
- Help close and replace the existing Orr Road rail crossing with a new grade-separated crossing in the I-85/Sugar Creek corridor. This grade separation project would enhance safety, improve rail operations and increase efficiency for the existing rail service and future high-speed passenger rail service between Washington, D.C., Charlotte and Atlanta as part of the Southeast High-Speed Rail corridor.
For more information visit the Corridors of Opportunity webpage.