This modernization and upgrade for the main entrance into Downtown is much needed and will be a night and day change/shift.
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Railway Ave Central
Railway Avenue Central is focused around the Main and 10th Street intersections and connects through new pedestrian and cycle facilities to the north and south sections of Railway. Intersections are proposed to be protected, meaning vulnerable road users are physically separated from vehicles, and see the removal of 'slip lanes' which are more appropriately suited for conditions with high speeds and volumes of cars and few or no pedestrians. Intersections are otherwise signalized traditionally, with turn lanes for vehicles and medians to allow for two stage road crossings.
The central median is a core feature of the corridor, designed to limit access and keep traffic flowing smoothly and consistently. Turn movements are accommodated at U-turn locations for passenger vehicles, while larger trucks navigate to destinations via Bow Valley Trail and the Trans-Canada Highway. Vehicle traffic up to and beyond 20,000 vehicles per day - above today's volumes, are accommodated by a single lane in each direction with turn bays at appropriate intersections and access points.
Railway Avenue Central is width-constrained, and parking cars here interrupts traffic flow. The primary function of this corridor is the movement of people and vehicles, with parking recommended to be accommodated off-street.
Railway Ave from Elevation Place to Main Street
Railway Ave from Main Street to Safeway and 10th Street intersection
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Timelines & Engagement: Engagement on Phase 2 – Railway Avenue Central will begin in 2021. Design will progress after further engagement and after data is collected after the construction of Railway Avenue South. The final design and construction will be subject to additional Council approvals. Construction is planned in the 6-year capital budget for 2022/2023.
https://canmore.ca/projects/transpor...railway-avenue
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