Projects Durham-Orange
Durham-Orange Light Rail Transit Project
On February 8, 2012, the Durham-Chapel HIll-Carroboro MPO selected a Locally Preferred Alternative (LPA) which we refer to as the Durham-Orange Light Rail Transit Project. This route begins at a proposed station called AlstonAvenue/NCCU, runs 17 miles and serves major activity centers, and generally follows the North Carolina Railroad Corridor, 15-501, I-40, and NC 54 to end at UNC Hospitals.
On April 3, 2012, a Notice of Intent (NOI) was published in the Federal Register indicating that the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and Triangle Transit intend to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Durham-Orange LRT Project. The NOI includes the project's draft Purpose and Need; descriptions of the alternatives to be studied during the EIS; and provides links to specific materials on this website which are relevant to the proposed Project.
Scoping Meetings: Thanks to the officials, regulatory agencies, and members of the public who participated in the Scoping Meetings on May 2 and 3, 2012. If you missed the Public Workshops, we have prepared a series of materials for your convenience. The exhibits, slideshows, and handouts describe the background, draft Purpose and Need, Locally Preferred Alternative, timeline, and scoping process. After reviewing them, please share your thoughts via the online Comment Form or send an email to info@ourtransitfuture.com
Handouts (take-home materials)
a. Scoping Information Booklet (PDF, 16 pages, 2.9 MB)
b. Comment Form in English (PDF, 2 pages, 761 KB) TO USE THE ONLINE COMMENT FORM, CLICK HERE NOW.
c. Scoping Information Booklet in Spanish (PDF, 16 pages, 2.4 MB)
d. Comment Form in Spanish (PDF, 2 pages, 667 KB)
Exhibits Part One: Our Transit Future / Background
1.0 Population growth in the Triangle (PDF, 179 KB)
2.0 What is Scoping (PDF, 462 KB)
3.0 What is an EIS? (PDF, 369 KB)
4.0 FTA Process (PDF, 349 KB)
5.0 Project Schedule (PDF, 555 KB)
Exhibits Part Two: Locally Preferred Alternative
6.0 Draft Purpose and Need (PDF, 423 KB)
7.0 What was studied (previously in the Alternatives Analysis) (PDF, 433 KB)
8.0 Durham-Orange LRT map with community features (PDF, 4 MB)
9.0 Expanded Study Areas (PDF, 596 KB)
10.0 Technologies Considered (PDF, 430 KB)
11.0 Durham-Orange Transportation Systems Management (alternative to current proposed LRT project) (PDF, 427 KB)
Exhibits Part Three: Station Design and Locations
12.0 Typical Station Legend (PDF, 599 KB)
13.0 Slideshow of Station Location and proposed amenities (22 slides, stored as a PDF, 10 MB) (Please note: Park & Ride lots indicate the amount of space needed and NOT specific locations.)
14.0 Example Light Rail Transit Stations (PDF, 1.7 MB)
15.0 Transit-Oriented Development around LRT Stations (PDF, 1.2 MB)
Exhibits Part Four: Environmental Features
16.0 D-O LRT project with Natural Heritage and Conservation Areas data (PDF, 753 KB)
17.0 D-O LRT project with wetland and floodplains data (PDF, 618 KB)
18.0 D-O LRT project with historic resources data (PDF, 692 KB)
19.0 D-O LRT project with community resources data (PDF, 585 KB)
Exhibits Part Five: Stay Involved
20.0 How to stay involved (PDF, 475 KB)
21.0 Durham-Orange Light Rail Transit Project "system map" (PDF, 1.5 MB)
I want to learn more about:
Detailed Description of each D-O LRT Station
Scoping Meetings
News Release: Notice of Intent to begin environmental scoping for Durham-Orange Light Rail Transit Project
Scoping Information Booklet: (PDF, 2.9 MB) Background, maps, timelines, and other information to help you prepare for the Public Workshops on May 2 and 3 and provide meaningful comments.
The Notice of Intent includes the Project's purpose and need, alternatives that were analyzed, a description of the study area, and the Federal Transit Administration's procedures gonig forward.
There were 4 scoping meetings: one for Regulatory Agencies, another briefing/meeting for Elected Officials & Partners/Universities, and two public workshops for the public.
Please note: There were errors in the Federal Register Notice. The dates and locations on this website below are correct.
Regulatory Agencies Scoping MeetingWhen: May 2, 1:00 - 3:00 PM Where: Extraordinary Ventures, 200 S. Elliott Rd, Chapel Hill RSVP: Whether or not you can attend, please take a moment to RSVP. |
Elected Officials/ Partners/Universities Scoping MeetingWhen: May 3, 10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon Where: Durham Armory, 212 Foster Street, Durham RSVP: Whether or not you can attend, please take a moment to RSVP. |
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Open House style Public Workshop for Orange CountyWhen: May 2, 2012, 4:00 - 7:00 PM Where: Extraordinary Ventures, 200 E. Elliott Rd.. Chapel Hill, NC No RSVP is needed. Please contact our Project hotline, 800-816-7817, if you need assistance to attend. |
Open House style Public Workshop for Durham CountyWhen: May 3, 2012, 4:00 - 7:00 PM Where: Durham Armoy, 212 Foster Street, Durham, NC No RSVP is needed. Please contact our Project hotline, 800-816-7817, if you need assistance to attend. |
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