City of Taft SR 33 and 119 Multi-modal Study
City of Taft SR 33 and 119 Multi-modal Study
Caltrans District 6 is conducting a feasibility study to improve multimodal transportation along State Routes 33 and 119 in Taft. The study will assess walking, bicycling, transit, mobility access, and traffic circulation. Building on a previous walk assessment complete in Taft, the study will examine sidewalk and bikeway gaps, speeding, congestion, and limited access to key destinations. It will assess strategies to improve pedestrian, bicycle, and transit connections; calm traffic; and expand travel options for Taft’s diverse transportation users.
Plan Description:
This feasibility study will evaluate opportunities to improve multimodal transportation along State Routes 33 and 119 in Taft. The study will focus on walking, bicycling, transit, accessibility for people with mobility challenges, and traffic circulation. It builds on previous community engagement efforts, including a walk assessment.
Key observations from the walk assessment identified the need to address sidewalk conditions, gaps in the bikeway network, and high vehicle speeds. These conditions can discourage pedestrian and cyclist activity while limiting accessibility and safety for people traveling by nonmotorized modes.
The study will explore and evaluate strategies to:
- Expand on the existing non-motorized travel network;
- Options that can enhance accessibility for pedestrian and bicyclist to key destinations including transit stops and other points of interest;
- Strategies for traffic-calming measures to enhance safety for all transportation modes; and
- Evaluate traffic circulation conditions.
The study aims to identify transportation solutions that improve connectivity and accessibility in Taft, fostering a shift toward alternative travel options, and address the needs of diverse road users. These improvements can support healthier lifestyles and provide essential transportation alternatives for residents of disadvantaged communities. The outcome of this feasibility study is to present a range of alternatives designed to address existing transportation conditions in the community.
Helpful Links
Complete Streets Elements Toolbox 3.0- https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/38530ceb5e3b4ee08b9b5b569e92587c
Study Area Limits:
Partnerships:
In coordination with City of Taft staff, Kern Council of Governments, Taft School District, and UC Berkeley SafeTREC- street story.
Need another way to comment?
To leave a voicemail comment call: 855-925-2801, project code: 11558
To send an email comment: taftfeasibility@publicinput.com
Project Timeline
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