paved greenway trail

Parks and Recreation

Big Branch Greenway Connector

3.5+ mile greenway trail

The Big Branch Greenway Trail project includes the development of a new trail facility within the Big Branch Corridor of the Capital Area Greenway System. The project's limits extend from the existing Crabtree Creek Trail to Sandy Forks Road and are approximately 4 miles in length. The project includes a study of trail alignment options, feasibility, design, and construction. The project will provide access to high-density commercial and residential communities as well as connections to Eastgate Park and Cedar Hills Park.

Project Schedule: 2023-2026

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Project Details

 
Type:
Greenways and Trails
Budget:
$4,560,000
Project Lead:
Engineering Services, Construction Management - Parks Division
Contractors:
Design Consultant - Kimley Horn

Contact

 

Raleigh Parks
Planning and Public Engagement
Kris Nikfar, Engineer
kris.nikfar@raleighnc.gov

Engineering Services
Design and Construction
Dale Tiska, Senior Construction Project Manager
dale.tiska@raleighnc.gov

Lead Department:
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources
Participating Department:
Engineering ServicesPlanning and Development

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Planning

Survey letters have been mailed to property owners adjacent to the existing Raleigh Greenway easement. Surveys should begin in May 2024.

Design

We have just entered the design phase for this project. During the January 16, 2024, meeting Raleigh City Council approved the design consultant contract with Kimley Horn. 

Next Steps

 

Develop the design schedule.

Lead Department:
Engineering Services

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