Commercial vehicle parking site identification & evaluation statewide

The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) was awarded a $300,000 Formula Grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration under the Highway Planning and Construction (CFDA 20.205) program. The grant funding will be used to identify and analyze various sites across the state for potential development as commercial vehicle parking facilities. This project aims to support the safe and efficient movement of goods through Delaware by providing drivers with designated locations to take required rest breaks and stage vehicles for delivery appointments. The grant award is dated August 28, 2023.

Project description

Commercial vehicle parking is essential for the safe and efficient movement of goods through the state and provides drivers a safe location to take federally required hours of service breaks and wait for shipper or receiver appointments (STAGING). This project will identify and analyze various sites throughout the state for potential use as commercial vehicle parking facilities.