This report summarizes the results of a study of high use truck movement corridors in Chittenden County conducted in 2012 for the Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission (CCRPC). CCRPC initiated this study to more fully understand trucking activity in the County and enhance its ability to plan more effectively to manage and support this activity. CCRPC conducted the study under its Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP).

This report summarizes the results of a study of high use truck movement corridors in Chittenden County conducted in 2012 for the Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission (CCRPC). The CCRPC initiated this study to more fully understand trucking activity in the County and enhance its ability to plan more effectively to manage and support this activity. This study examined patterns of truck movement within, to and from, and through Chittenden County using existing data and information as well as interviews with industry stakeholders and municipal officials. The study also summarized qualitative information on roadway locations, intersections and operational issues affecting truck travel in the County.

As of November, 2011, Bridges 2.40, 4.02 and 4.12 rate sufficient for freight car weights up to and including 315K without speed restriction on an infrequent basis. 263K and 286K freight traffic may be operated on a regular basis (including unit trains), provided trains with 286K cars not exceed 25 mph over bridge 4.12. 315K freight traffic may be operated on a regular basis (including unit trains), provided trains with 315K cars not exceed 10 mph over bridge 4.12, or 25 mph over bridge 4.02.

The purpose of the Western Corridor study is to evaluate transportation, land use and related conditions and create a Transportation Management Plan that presents a unified, long-term vision for managing and improving the transportation system in western Vermont. As an initial effort to coordinate planning over a vast study area, the plan does not recommend specific projects. Rather, it presents a broader vision and framework for transportation investment policies and strategies. Continuing the ongoing collaboration among the study partners will be key to developing and implementing specific projects and programs consistent with the recommendations of this plan. The plan is being coordinated with the Vermont Agency of Transportation’s ongoing project development efforts in the Corridor, including various railroad initiatives.

A comparison of the external costs associated with both truck freight and rail freight shipments within the Middlebury-Burlington corridor. Net benefits are calculated of increasing the use of rail in this area to 100% of its current capacity.

Scoping Report on ABRB (Albany-Bennington-Rutland-Burlington) Corridor within the State, entailing indentification of necessary infrastructure upgrades.

This report has been prepared to support the Environmental Assessment and Schematic Engineering Phase of the Burlington – Essex Rail Project for CCMPO and the Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans). The Burlington Rail Tunnel is located at milepost 1.15 on the Winooski branch of the New England Central Railroad (NECR) line and is an integral component of the rail line. The objectives of this phase of engineering are to: 1. Perform a visual assessment and evaluate structural integrity. 2. Review the applicable codes and regulations to determine the areas where the tunnel is considered to be substandard to support passenger rail service. 3. Identify the level of remediation required. 4. Develop alternatives to address the structural condition of the tunnel. 5. Prepare estimates of probable construction cost of alternatives.

Comprehensive study designed to present the existing and emerging freight movement issues and needs of the region, and logically plan for investments in the transportation system.

Identification / Assessment of Potential Locations, Descriptions of existing conditions, Cost estimates, Funding Strategies.

The Vermont Agency of Transportation is providing this report to ensure that the best information available has been compiled and analyzed to provide a solid foundation for the discussion on commercial vehicle size. The Truck Network Analysis and the CVEST Final Report are intended to provide a framework for development of the Vermont commercial vehicle policy.