EB-5822: Wilma Dykeman Greenway Extension

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Wilma Dykeman Greenway Extension-Asheville

N.C. Department of Transportation in coordination with the City of Asheville is proposing construction of the of the Wilma Dykeman Greenway Extension. The project involves the construction of a 1.3-mile section of the Wilma Dykeman Greenway, also known as the North River Arts District (RAD) Greenway, located in the City of Asheville.

The proposed greenway is planned adjacent to the French Broad River and Riverside Drive (N.C. 251) and extend from the north end of the existing Wilma Dykeman Greenway near Hill Street to the Pearson Bridge Road. This greenway will provide an important northern connection in the larger trail network that makes up the River Arts District Transportation Improvement Project (RADTIP). The project is being locally administered by the City of Asheville with administrative oversight and project delivery being conducted by NCDOT.

Project History

The idea for the Wilma Dykeman Greenway originated from a larger, decade-long community effort to renovate the River Arts District. The goal of this renovation was to support businesses, residents, artists, and the broader Asheville community as envisioned in the Wilma Dykeman RiverWay Master Plan.

Named after Wilma Dykeman, an American writer who advocated for linking economic development with environmental protection along the French Broad River, the Master Plan laid the groundwork for the River Arts District Transportation Improvement Project (RADTIP). RADTIP was a significant design and construction initiative to rebuild the transportation network along the east side of the French Broad River in the River Arts District. The first major segment of RADTIP was completed in April 2021, with the official opening of the 2-mile paved Wilma Dykeman Greenway corridor.

Project Highlights

A design alternative that is planned to be located between the French Broad River and Riverside Drive (N.C. 251). Preliminary environmental and engineering studies will determine constraints and the eventual alignment of the greenway. The project is currently funded in the 2024-2033 State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) and is scheduled for right-of-way acqusition beginning in 2025 and construction in 2026. The project will be funded with a combination of Transportation Alternatives Program – Any Area (TAANY) funds, and local funds.

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Project Funding:

Activity	Costs*
Project Development & Design	$ 600,000
Right Of Way Acquisition	$ 129,000
Construction	$ 4,000,000
Total Cost	$ 4,729,000

*costs are subject to change.

Project Timeline:

Milestone	Date*
Right-of-Way Acquisition Begins	September 2025
Construction Begins	September 2026

Future dates subject to change.

PROJECT CONTACT INFORMATION

Gabriel Johnson, PE

Division 13 Project Manager

NCDOT Highway Division 13

55 Orange Street

Asheville, NC 28801

PROJECT CONTACT INFORMATION

Lucy Crown, AICP

Transportation Planning Manager

City of Asheville

70 Court Plaza

Asheville, NC 28802

Comments:

NCDOT accepts comments throughout all phases of project development.

All comments will be taken into consideration, and carry equal weight, regardless of submittal method.

To submit comments for consideration during the current phase of project development,

please submit by August 21, 2024.

The public is encouraged to leave comments using this webpage, email, or phone number:

Email: wilma-dykeman-greenway-ext@publicinput.com

Phone Number: 984-205-6615 enter project code 10354 to leave a message.

RESOURCES FOR PROPERTY OWNERS

Although the N.C. Department of Transportation works to minimize the number of homes and businesses displaced by a road project, it is inevitable, in many cases, that a certain amount of private property is needed. The following information explains right of way acquisition and answers questions about the process.

Right-of-Way Brochure Single Page Layout Folleto del Proceso de Adquisición de Bienes Raíces
Right-of-Way Frequently Asked Questions

Right of way Acquisition Process Videos

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