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Coffeeville commission approves reconstruction at Woodland-Buckeye trail intersection for safety
Summary
After discussing safety, sightlines and drainage, the commission approved a staff-recommended reconstruction of about 330 feet of Woodland to align with Buckeye, add curb and gutter and allow bollards, at an estimated cost of $100,000–$120,000.
The City Commission of the City of Coffeyville on Sept. 9 approved a reconstruction plan for the Woodland-Buckeye walking-trail intersection to reduce the drop and improve pedestrian protection.
Public Works Executive Director Jim Wright presented three options after residents flagged the elevation separation and sight concerns between the road and the trail. Wright said the vertical separation ranges "anywhere from 18 to 24 inches" in places and that the trail was built 11 feet wide though it was designed for 10 feet and required only 8 feet, which contributed to the perceived steepness.
The nut graf: Staff recommended option 3 as a longer-term fix — reconstruct approximately the east 330 feet of Woodland, shift the roadway north to better align with Buckeye, lower the road to better match the trail and add curb and gutter so bollards (rather than crash-worthy bridge guardrail) can be installed behind the curb.
Commission discussion addressed trade-offs and drainage. Wright said bollards cannot be installed safely without curb and gutter because the location lacks the curbline needed to meet clear-zone rules; without curb and gutter the city would need a crash-worthy guardrail. Commissioners also discussed washout risk between the trail and road and suggested rock or dyed concrete to stabilize the slope.
The commission approved the option 3 motion, with Mayor Maples moving and Commissioner Faulkner seconding. Commissioners voted aye; the motion said the project cost would be between $100,000 and $120,000 and that some elements (bollards, certain features) would be a 50/50 split with CDBG funds where eligible.
Ending: Staff said work could begin as soon as next week and will coordinate funding with the community development block grant (CDBG) program when applicable. The commission asked staff to monitor construction and drainage to prevent trail undermining.
