Safety Upgrades Planned at Morris St. and Ridgedale Ave. Intersection
Published on September 27, 2024
Online Public Information Meeting Scheduled for Oct. 9
Morris County is receiving Federal Highway Safety Improvement Program Funds from the Federal Highway Administration through the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority (NJTPA) for the design, construction and construction inspection services for safety improvements at the Morris Street (CR 510) and Ridgedale Avenue intersection in Morristown.
“This project is essential to enhancing safety at a key intersection in Morristown. The funding enables critical upgrades that will protect both pedestrians and drivers while improving traffic flow and accessibility. These improvements will benefit residents by creating a safer, more efficient roadway for all,” said Stephen H. Shaw, Deputy Director of the Morris County Board of County Commissioners and Secretary of the NJTPA Board.
Proposed Intersection Improvements include:
- Replacement of the traffic signal system
- Lighting upgrades
- Widening Ridgedale Avenue for dual left-turn lanes and a dedicated right-turn lane
- Improved corner radii for truck and bus turning
- Reconstruction of sidewalks and curb ramps to meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards
An online public information center meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. All members of the public are invited and encouraged to join the meeting via smartphone, tablet, or computer at http://tiny.cc/MorrisStPIC, or toll-free by phone at 877-284-0719 and using conference ID 551-958-453#.
Meeting materials are available by mail upon request by contacting Debra Dellagiacoma at 973-285-6750 or [email protected] at least 72 hours before the meeting. Written comments will be accepted through October 23, 2024, and can be sent to Debra Dellagiacoma at 30 Schuyler Place, Morristown, N.J. 07960, or emailed to [email protected].
Morris County received a $1,294,045 grant for this project through the NJTPA’s FY 2020 Local Safety Program (LSP). The intersection located near landmarks such as the Mayo Performing Arts Center, Morristown Library and Morristown Train Station, is a critical access point for local and commuter traffic. The improvements follow recommendations from a Road Safety Audit (RSA) conducted in November 2019. The full RSA report is available at njtpa.org/rsa.
About the Local Safety Program
The LSP specializes in cost-effective solutions that can make an immediate impact on their target areas. The LSP is federally funded, utilizing Highway Safety Improvement Program funds. It was established by the NJTPA in conjunction with the Federal Highway Administration and New Jersey Department of Transportation to advance safety initiatives on county and local roads. For more information, visit njtpa.org/LocalSafety.
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Photo 1: The intersection at Morris Street and Ridgedale Avenue.
Photo 2: Stephen H. Shaw, Deputy Director of the Morris County Board of County Commissioners and Secretary of the NJTPA Board.