New safety upgrades implemented at Virginia Capital Trail in Henrico

New safety upgrades implemented at Virginia Capital Trail in Henrico

HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) -- New safety upgrades have been implemented just steps away from the Capital Trail in Henrico County on Thursday.

According to a social post from the Virginia Capital Trail Foundation, the Henrico County Public Works & Public Utilities completed a new safety upgrade at Doran Road & Four Mile Run Parkway on Thursday, July 3.

(Photo: Virginia Capital Trail Foundation)

(Photo: Virginia Capital Trail Foundation)

(Photo: Virginia Capital Trail Foundation)

(Photo: Virginia Capital Trail Foundation)

(Photo: Virginia Capital Trail Foundation)

(Photo: Virginia Capital Trail Foundation)

(Photo: Virginia Capital Trail Foundation)

The following is a list of changes and upgrades near the area:

  • A new roundabout to calm traffic
  • Freshly painted crosswalks
  • New sidewalk connections
  • Truncated domes for better accessibility
  • Dedicated bike/pedestrian lanes that connect to the Trail
  • Improved signage to keep everyone moving safely

These safety improvements help those who walk, roll and ride the Trail each week, per the county.