MaineDOT, consultants present Route 1 Corridor active‑transportation concepts and timeline

Maine Department of Transportation staff and consultants on June 3 presented conceptual plans from the Route 1 Corridor study that would add sidewalks, widen existing sidewalks and build a 10‑foot shared use path linking Route 1 to the Wells Transportation Center and York County Community College.

Tony Grande, consultant with BHP, told the Select Board the study evaluated three main components: “improved active transportation opportunities throughout the corridor, traffic and safety improvements, and other amenities throughout the corridor.” Grande said the technical advisory committee “all agreed that the 10 foot wide path with the 4 foot separation made the most sense,” because it serves bicyclists and pedestrians and provides separation from traffic.

The concept…