The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Railroad Administration awarded a $1,525,000 Project Grant to Durham County, North Carolina under the Railroad Crossing Elimination (CFDA 20.327) program. The grant will fund planning and project development activities to grade separate, close, and/or improve safety at three adjacent rail crossings in East Durham through alternatives analysis, preliminary engineering, and environmental review. Key tasks include community engagement, purpose and need statement development, alternatives analysis, preliminary engineering (30%), and NEPA documentation. The project aims to reassess and update recommendations from a previous 2014 traffic separation study to address current and expected increased rail and vehicle traffic, thereby improving connectivity and safety for the railroads and traveling public. Durham County and project partner GoDurham will provide a 20% non-federal match to support the project.
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