This project has been approved to use funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.
| Project Details | |
|---|---|
| Affected Area: | Phase 1: 14th Street Bridge to Columbus State University (CSU) Phase 2: CSU to Cooper Creek Park Phase 3: Cooper Creek Park to Psalmond Road |
| Funding: | $11 million from 1999 SPLOST $1.5 million from GA DOT & Federal Stimulus $12.5 million total funds |
| Start Date: | May 13, 2009 |
| Projected Completion Date: | Phases 1 & 2: Summer 2010 Phase 3: Spring 2011 |
The newly named Columbus Fall Line Trace, part of the City's Rails-to-Trails project, is being constructed on an abandoned railroad route. The Trail will begin at the 14th Street Pedestrian Bridge and end at Psalmond Road. The land was purchased by the Columbus Consolidated Government from Norfolk Southern Railroad. When completed, the project will provide a 12-foot wide asphalt trail that will include two park and ride/rest areas (one near Hannan Magnet Academy and one across from Legacy Chevrolet). The project also involves improvements to several bridges, including the railroad bridge that crosses over I-185; and various hardscape and landscape improvements, such as benches, trash receptacles, and signage. Residents will be able to access the trail at parks, numerous road crossings, and trail spur connectors.
The Warm Springs Biking/Pedestrian Trail will provide alternate transportation connectivity to the urban core of Columbus. It traverses various diverse neighborhoods which will offer enhanced opportunities for residents to opt for more environmentally friendly transit options than personal vehicles. It is believed that the trail will provide an impetus for redevelopment or revitalization of properties near the corridor and will hopefully be a catalyst for smart growth opportunities.
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Note: The Columbus Consolidated Government wants to remind the residents of Columbus and surrounding areas that the Columbus Fall Line Trace is still under construction; therefore, is not open to the public. The City does not encourage Citizens to use the trail since there are improvements still to be made at different intersections, as well as landscape and hardscape improvements. Bicycle police patrol units are not yet patrolling the area and emergency vehicles do not have access to the trail until it is completed. The City will not be responsible for any damages and/or incidents occurred at this point up to when the trail is officially open.
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These maps show the various areas affected by each phase of the project.
| Map | Download |
|---|---|
| Project Map Map of all development phases | Download Map Button |
| Phase 1 14th Street Bridge to CSU | Download Map Button |
| Phase 2 CSU to Cooper Creek Park | Download Map Button |
| Phase 3 Cooper Creek Park to Psalmond Road | Download Map Button |
For more information about Rails-To-Trails, please contact the Felton Grant, (706) 225-3939.
Government Annex Building
2nd Floor
420 10th Street
Columbus, Georgia 31902
Phone: (706) 653-4421
Fax: (706) 653-4534
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