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The United States Bicycle Route System (USBRS) is gaining support daily. Click on a state on the National Corridor Plan map (above) to see that state's progress on the project (or scroll down to see a state-by-state listing).
About the Project
The National Corridor Plan map identifies 50-mile wide corridors, both prioritized (numbered) and un-prioritized (faint brown corridors). The plan can change -- based upon state opportunities and interests -- with new corridors or realignments. As corridors become official routes, the wide swaths of color that show the corridors on the map will become solid lines to define actual routes (see USBR 76 and USBR 1 in Virginia as an example). Links to U.S. Bike Route (USBR) maps, state bike maps and informational websites will be provided as they become available.
Implementation
Progress in each state is categorized based on three distinct implementation models and three phases of implementation.
States are generally implementing U.S. Bike Routes using one of these three models: 1) State Departments of Transportation (DOTs) leading the effort; 2) Volunteers working with bicycle and/or trail organizations leading the effort with support/coordination from the DOT; 3) Work Teams made up of advocates and agency stakeholders dividing up jobs and work load.
Phases of implementation generally follow this order:
Phase I: Planning: DOT engagement and/or gaining DOT management support; identification of priority corridors; draft potential routes; awareness building with agency and bicycle and trail stakeholders; sharing draft routes with local agencies, bicycle and trail groups and other stakeholders for feedback; and coordination with neighbor states.
Phase II: Implementation: Outreach to local road agencies for feedback and approvals; route map created; turn-by-turn details documented; route review completed; application is submitted to American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) for spring or fall meeting review and approval.
Phase III: Promotion: States and/or local agencies promote route (online and/or print maps, route added to state and/or county highway maps, downloadable GPS waypoints, shared with Google maps, etc.), road agencies and/or public/private partners purchase and place route markers or signs on the route (this is optional and not required by AASHTO); local road agencies, trail managers and/or public/private partners provide maintenance and up-grades on route.
USBR 8, 108, 208, USBR 95, USBR 87, USBR 97
Model: DOT
Phase III: Promotion
Alaska submitted an application to AASHTO at the 2010 fall meeting. The Special Committee on U.S. Route Numbering approved the application pending more information, specifically route numbers. Numbers were developed by the Task Force on U.S. Bicycle Routes in partnership with the Alaska DOT&PF. Alaska plans to collaborate with Washington, state, connecting via the ferry system (also known as the Alaska Marine Highway), and with Canada's provincial and territorial ministries on a land route.
For more information or to volunteer, contact Bob Laurie at bob.laurie(at)alaska(dot)gov.
Model: DOT
Phase I: Planning
Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) supports the development of the USBRS. ADOT is working with New Mexico DOT (east connection), state bicycling organizations, volunteers, and Adventure Cycling to coordinate the historic Route 66 as a U.S. Bicycle Route. Also, ADOT will coordinate with CALTRANS (west connection), local governments, National Forest Service, National Park Service, and Historic US 66 Association of Arizona. On-call consultant may be retained to assist with planning and implementation of routes including USBR's 90 and 79.
For more information or to volunteer, contact Michael Sanders at (602-712-8141) or MSanders(at)azdot(dot)gov.
To find out more about the ADOT Bicycle and Pedestrian Program, including our Cycle Arizona Bicycle User Map: Your Guide to Cycling in Arizona, please visit www.azbikeped.org.
Model: Work Team
Phase I: Planning
Arkansas formed a work team made up of cyclists, advocacy and trail leaders (Bicycle Advocacy of Central Arkansas, Bicycle Coalition of the Ozarks, North East Arkansas Bicycle Coalition), and agency staff to develop draft routes based upon developing trails and touring routes. The group is collaborating and supporting a Greater Memphis Greenline initiative to develop a bike/pedestrian bridge across the Mississippi River. Priority corridors are defined as USBR 51 (this north/south corridor along the west edge of AR hasn't been officially numbered yet), USBR 80 and 84, both east/west corridors.
For more information or to volunteer, contact Bud Laumer at bud.laumer(at)arkansashighways(dot)com or visit the Arkansas Highways and Transportation Bicycle/Pedestrian program.
Model: DOT
Phase I: Planning
California is developing a strategy for collaborating on route development with CalTrans districts, local agencies, bicycle organizations and other stakeholders. For information about bicycling in California, visit CalTrans Bicycle Program.
For more information or to volunteer, contact Penny_Gray(at)dot(dot)ca(dot)gov.
Model: Not Determined
Phase: Planning
Colorado is looking at ways to utilize the existing designated routes of the American Discovery Trail and the Colorado Trail as key linkages for the USBRS. Planning steps and resources are yet to be identified.
For bicycling in Colorado, see the statewide bicycling map identifying roadways by shoulder width and traffic volume. For more information, contact the CDOT Bicycle and Pedestrian Program.
Model: DOT
Phase: Planning
Connecticut DOT has a newly revised State Bike Map that shows cross state routes. These on-road routes will be the focus for improvements over time. The map also includes a suitability index and highlights multi-use trails and both trail related parking and ferry information. Cyclists are advised to use the DOT website to alert the non motorized transportation coordinator about crashes and unsafe biking locations.
The focus for now is on filling the gaps for trails with statewide significance. These include the East Coast Greenway and the Farmington River Canal Trail, among others. These two trails make interstate connections to US Bike Routes.
For more information or to volunteer, contact Katherine Rattan, Non-Motorized Transportation Coordinator at (860) 594-2146 or Katherine.Rattan(at)ct(dot)gov
Model: DOT
Phase I: Planning
Delaware is extremely interested in have a U.S. Bike Route within its borders and has a bike route identified for the USBR 1 corridor. Delaware will coordinate with eastern states on US Bike Route 1.
For more information or to volunteer, contact DelDOT project manager/bicycle and pedestrain coordinator Anthony.Aglio(at)state(dot)de(dot)us or visit DelDOT Bicycle Council.
Model: DOT
Phase I: Planning
District of Columbia Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments' Bicycle Committee, with representatives from Virginia and Maryland, are working to extend USBR 1 through DC and Maryland.
For more information or to volunteer, contact USBRSInfo(at)adventurecycling.org.
Model: DOT
Phase I: Planning
The Florida DOT has established a multi-state team which includes the Georgia, Wisconsin, and Michigan DOTs, East Coast Greenway Alliance and Adventure Cycling to discuss route evaluation, selection and implementation. A U.S. Bicycle Routes policy was drafted and FDOT’s Interim Secretary approved on April 7, 2011. The policy allows FDOT staff to plan routes, collaborate with public land managers and local agencies, and bicycle and trail organizations within the USBR 1, 15, 90 and Cross Florida Greenway (CFG) corridors.
The team has developed draft route criteria that Florida and neighboring states can use for researching routes that support a range of facility types including shared use paths, emphasizes scenic and cultural characteristics, and provides links to transportation hubs and services. The group is now working on strategies for implementation, such as how to include local governments and volunteers in the evaluation process, and ways in which the routes can be identified (maps, signs, electronic databases).
In July, 2010, the team provided an informative webinar for state and local government staff hosted by the FL League of Cities.
For more information, contact David.Lee(at)dot(dot)state(dot)fl(dot)us
Model: DOT
Phase II: Implementation
Presently, the GA DOT Bicycle and Pedestrian Office is working with regional planning commissions to update road condition data along the state routes within the USBRS 1 corridor. Some route changes may occur as conditions are studied. Georgia is collaborating with Florida on both USBR 1 and 15.
For more information or to volunteer, contact Byron Rushing at the state bicycle and pedestrian office bikeped(at)dot(dot)ga(dot)gov
Model: Not Determined
Phase I: Planning
Idaho is interested in designating routes for the U.S. Bicycle Route System as a transportation system that supports mobility, economic vitality and tourism potential for communities. The bicycle and pedestrian office is currently working on developing systems within the DOT that will support the effort, including conducting a bicycle corridor suitability project and forming a state bicycle and pedestrian committee.
For more information or to volunteer, contact bikeped(at)itd(dot)idaho(dot)gov
Model: Work Team
Phase I: Planning
The Route 66 Trail Executive Council made up representatives from the state Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Bicycle and Pedestrian office of the DOT, League of Illinois Bicyclists, and the Route 66 Scenic Byway will work with Adventure Cycling to designate this combination trail and road route as a U.S. Bicycle Route. See the Route 66 Trail Concept Plan for more details. Other interim routes that are within USBRS corridors include: Mississippi River Trail and Grand Illinois Trail.
USBR 76, designated in 1982, can be found on the Illinois State Highway Map. Many more bike route and trail maps may be found on the Illinois DOT website.
For more information or to volunteer, contact the League of Illinois Bicyclists at lib(at)bikeLIB(dot)org.
Model: Volunteer
Phase II: Implementation
Indiana is working with Michigan on USBR 35, and coordinating efforts with the help of the Hoosier Rails-to-Trails Council and the Indiana Bicycle Coalition. They are currently looking for volunteers to help with implementation. If you are from Indiana and would like to volunteer, take the volunteer survey. Adventure Cycling will follow up with survey participants in April, 2011.
For more information or to volunteer, contact USBRSinfo@adventurecycling.org
Model: Volunteer
Phase I: Planning
Iowa is working with local communities on three initiatives that, once completed, will be nominated for U.S. Bicycle Route designations: Mississippi River Trail/USBR 45; Lewis & Clark Mulit-Use Trail/USBR 55 and American Discovery Trail/USBR 50. Visit the Iowa DOT bicycle and pedestrian program for a Transportation Map for Bicyclists.
For more information, contact USBRSinfo(at)adventurecycling(dot)org
Model: Not Determined
Phase I: Planning
There is interest in the U.S. Bicycle Route System with momentum behind USBR 66 and 76. To find out more about bicycle and pedestrian transportation in Kansas, and to view our Kansas Bicycle Guide, please visit the DOT Bike/Pedestrian program.
For more information contact Becky Pepper at rpepper(at)ksdot(dot)org.
Model: DOT
Phase II: Implementation
Kentucky plans to submit an AASHTO application to realign USBR 76, originally designated in 1982, to be current with Adventure Cycling's TransAmerica Bicycle Trail and then will coordinate efforts with Indiana and Ohio to designate USBR 25. You can find USBR 76/TransAm Trail on the state DOTs website.
For more information, visit www.bikewalk.ky.gov.
Model: Volunteer
Phase II: Implementation
Louisiana first imitiated implementation of U.S. Bicycle Routes by coordinating with Adventure Cycling Association on north/south and east/west route connections with Arkansas, Texas, and Mississippi.
Baton Rouge Advocates for Safe Streets (BRASS), a bicylcing and walking advocacy organization, is the lead volunteer group helping the DOT with implementation of USBR 90, Adventure Cycling's Southern Tier Route. BRASS is sharing the route information with and seeking support from regional planning organizations and has intiated contact with local road agencies. BRASS has created an on-line route map that shows the route through Texas. Louisiana, and Mississippi; documenting the turn-by-turn details of the route for agencies to review and approve.
For more information or to volunteer, contact brian.parsons(at)la(dot)gov
Model: Volunteer
Phase III: Promotion
Maine USBR 1, officially designated by AASHTO on May 2, 2011, was developed with help from local cyclists, while community meetings were held to gain local support. The effort was coordinated with New Hampshire with the help of the East Coast Greenway Alliance. The next step is to place markers along the entire route in Maine. For more information about bicycling in Maine, visit the DOTs website: Explore Maine by Bike.
For more information or to volunteer, contact Steve Landry, Maine DOT Assistant State Traffic Engineer, at 207-624-3632.
Model: DOT
Phase I: Planning
Maryland DOT is working with various stakeholders to develop USBR 1. Efforts will also be coordinated with Delaware and the District of Columbia. There are bicycle accommodation challenges that Adventure Cycling and the director of bicycle and pedestrian access are working to resolve. For more information on bicycling in Maryland, visit Maryland Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee.
For more information or to volunteer, contact Michael Jackson at 410-865-1237 or mjackson3(at)mdot(dot)state(dot)md(dot)us
Model : Not Determined
Phase I: Planning
Massachusetts developed a State Bicycle Transportation Plan which identifies future and existing cross-state routes; some which follow USBR corridors. The Bicycle and Pedestrian Office and Department of Conservation and Recreation identified USBR 1 as their priority route and will begin route development in 2011.
For more information or to volunteer, contact Josh Lehman, Bicycle-Pedestrian Program Coordinator at 617.973.7329 or josh.lehman(at)state(dot)ma(dot)us
USBR 20 Model: Volunteer
Phase III: Promotion
Michigan’s USBR 20 was designation by AASHTO on May 2, 2011. Resolutions of support from communities along the route were completed in October, 2010 by volunteers representing Adventure Cycling Association and Michigan Trails and Greenway Alliance. The DOT reviewed the route and is presently creating maps and directions for the public. The DOT has also begun investigating the potential use of the new M1-9 sign on select segments of the route as part of a FHWA request for experimentation. Read about the excitement in this article in MLive.com. Now you can view portioins of the route via Open Cycle Map http://opencyclemap.org/ search for Marine City, MI and you will see a red dashed line indicating the route.
USBR 35 Model: Volunteer
Phase II: Implementation
Another effort is underway to develop USBR 35 along the Lake Michigan shoreline. The route was developed by a committee of city managers and administrators from communities along Lake Michigan who then conducted a series of public meetings through the fall of 2010. The committee has secured resolutions of support from all affected road agencies and the DOT has begun field reviewing the proposed 499 mile route. Read more about USBR 35 and the volunteers that drafted the route on the U.S. Bicycle Routes Blog.
For more information or to volunteer, contact Josh DeBruyn, MDOT Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator at debruynj(at)michigan(dot)gov.
Model: DOT
Phase II: Implementation
Minnesota DOT is actively working to route and sign the Mississippi River Trail (MRT) and will designate the MRT as USBR 45. Mn/DOT expects to complete route reviews in 2011 and enter Phase III in 2012.
Mn/DOT is consulting with the Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota, Mississippi National River and Recreation Area, Minnesota Mississippi River Parkway Commission, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Mississippi River Trail, Inc., and the many cities, counties, and townships along the route. The next route Mn/DOT will consider is USBR 30, in coordination with Wisconsin.
For more information or to volunteer, contact Liz Walton, Mn/DOT Bicycle and Pedestrian Section at liz.walton(at)state(dot)mn(dot)us
Model: Not Determined
Phase I: Planning
Mississippi is interested in collaborating on U.S. Bicycle Routes with Arkansas and Tennessee and will begin the planning process soon.
For more information, contact USBRSinfo@adventurecycling.org
Model: DOT
Phase II: Implementation
The state bicycle and pedestrian office is coordinating efforts with local cyclists, Adventure Cycling Association and the DOT districts to officially designate and sign USBR 76, mostly following the TransAmerica Bicycle Trail. You can also find bicycle route information on the DOTs website.
Model: DOT
Phase I: Planning
Nevada is ready to plan USBRs with the support of bicycling and trail organizations as well as other stakeholders. Presently, Nevada will include the USBR routing as part of the update of their Statewide Bicycle Plan this summer. California is interested in partnering on USBR 50. For more information on bicycling in Nevada see www.BicycleNevada.com.
For more information or to volunteer, contact wstory(at)dot(dot)state(dot)nv(dot)us
Model: DOT
Phase III: Promotion
New Hampshire’s USBR 1, officially designated by AASHTO on May 2, 2011, traverses the state’s Seacoast region and follows the New Hampshire Seacoast Greenway. The Greenway has been established in New Hampshire for a number of years and is also used as the East Coast Greenway route through New Hampshire.
For more information on bicycling in New Hampshire, visit the DOT Bicycle and Pedestrian Program website.
Model: Volunteer
Phase II: Implementation
New Mexico's Bike/Pedestrian/Equestrian Coordinator is working with the state Bicycle, Pedestrian, Equestrian Advisory Committee, the New Mexico Touring Society and the Bicycle Coalition of New Mexico to develop USBR 66 along the historic Route 66 corridor. The team will continue to work on other routes that fall within the USBRS corridors and collaborate with neighbor states to seek cross-border alignments.
For more information or to volunteer, contact Chris Marsh at president(at)nmts(dot)org
Model: DOT
Phase I: Planning
New York has interest in implementing USBR 30 using the Canalway Trail System and will coordinate efforts with Pennsylvania's state route network. The Department remains supportive although no decision has been made regarding signing. The route will be a topic of discussion during meetings with DOTs new Commissioner. Visit the NYSDOT website for more information about bicycling in New York.
For information on USBR 30, contact Eric Ophardt at Eophardt(at)dot(dot)state(dot)ny(dot)us
Model: DOT
Phase III: Promotion
The state designated USBR 1 in 1982, but has no current plans to update the route or redistribute signs.
The map of North Carolina's section of USBR 1 is available on the NC DOT website.
For more information or to volunteer, contact USBRSinfo@adventurecylcing.org.
Model: DOT
Phase I: Planning
The state DOT's Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator drafted a scope of work for contracting development of U.S. Bicycle Routes through North Dakota; the state is seeking funding support to proceed.
For more information or to volunteer, contact USBRSinfo@adventurecycling.org.
Model: DOT
Phase I: Planning
With upper DOT management support, the state bicycle and pedestrian office is working on USBR 25 routing with local the bicycle and pedestrian planners from the Ohio Kentucky Indiana Regional Council and the City of Cincinnati and the state's trail managers.
For more information or to volunteer, contact heather.bowden(at)dot(dot)state(dot)oh(dot)us.
Model: DOT
Phase II: Implementation
In 2011 the Oklahoma Legislature passed the Oklahoma Historic Route 66 Bike Trail bill designating the entire length of old highway 66 as a bike route. The Oklahoma Department of Transportation is directed to sign and enhance the route as funding becomes available. OK DOT is preparing paperwork to submit to AASHTO for USBRS recognition. Bicycle friendly features on portions of Route 66 are already in highway construction plans.
For more information contact usbrsinfo(at)adventurecycling(dot)org
Model: Volunteer
Phase II: Implementation
Cycle Oregon's route coordinator is volunteering his time to Oregon DOT to do route development and community outreach for the state’s USBR corridors. The Oregon Coast Bike Route, a state designated bicycle route, which falls into the USBR 95 corridor will be the first route implemented.
For more information or to volunteer, visit ODOT Bike/Pedestrian Program website.
Model: DOT
Phase I: Planning
Pennsylvania's state bicycle route system, called BikePA, is mapped and signed and provides ample opportunities for interstate route collaboration. Currently, Pennsylvania is working with New York to connect with USBR 30 using Route Z.
For more information on bicycling in Pennsylvania, visit the PennDOT Bike Safe website.
Model: Volunteer
Phase I: Planning
A volunteer from the South Dakota Bicycle Coalition is working on developing draft routes for the U.S. Bicycle Route System. He is coordinating efforts with the DOT, the local jurisdictions, neighboring states, and bicycle and trail stakeholders. For additional bicycling information for South Dakota, visit the SD DOT Bike/Pedestrian Website.
For more information or to volunteer, contact Chris "Snakebite" Pierson from the South Dakota Bicycle Coalition at fearlessdiamond69(at)gmail(dot)com.
Model: Volunteer
Phase I: Planning
The Tennessee DOT enlisted a consultant to expand the state bicycle route network. Once the network is approved by the DOT, it will be sent to local Bike/Ped Coordinators and Bike Walk Tennessee for review. Bike Walk Tennessee is partnering with the DOT to implement routes that fall within the National Corridor Plan, visit Coast Down Hills to see the draft routes. USBR 25 will be the first route implementated and the state will coordinate with Kentucky.
For more information or to volunteer, contact Bruce Day from Bike Walk Tennessee at bruceeday(at)gmail(dot)com
Model: Volunteer
Phase I: Planning
Bike Texas is working on historic and cultural Texas Bicycle Tourism Trails in coordination with the state DOT. The tourism trails could become routes for the U.S. Bicycle Route System.
For more information or to volunteer, contact mark(at)biketexas(dot)org
Model: Volunteer
Phase I: Planning
Volunteers from the Utah Bike Coalition is working closely with the Utah DOT on developing U.S. Bicycle Routes, an effort which was advanced at the Utah Bike Summit in 2010. Coordination with neighboring states and prioritizing best opportunities for state routes has already begun.
For more information or to volunteer, visit the UDOT Walking and Biking website.
Model: Not Determined
Phase:
Though Vermont hasn't started planning U.S. Bicycle Routes, they will coordinate with neighbor states as interest in connecting routes develops. For information about bicycling in Vermont, see VTrans Bike/Pedestrian website.
For more information or to volunteer, contact the Bicycle and Pedestrian Program Manager, Jon Kaplan at Jon.Kaplan(at)state(dot)vt(dot)us.
Model: DOT & Work Team
Phase II: Implementation
Virginia has two U.S. Bicycle Routes 76 and 1, originally designated in 1982. Currently the state DOT is realigning USBR 1 through the northern portion of the state due to changing road conditions and access problems. The DOTs applications for route realignments were approved at AASHTO's fall meeting, with more updates planned for the spring meeting. You can access Virginia's U.S. Bicycle Routes via their free state bike map. Portions of the routes are currently signed through the state.
In an effort to make broader changes to the U.S. Bicycle Routes running through the state, a team with representatives from the Virginia Bicycling Federation, VDOT, East Coast Greenway, Department of Conservation and Recreation, and Adventure Cycling are working on the major route changes for sections of USBR 76 and USBR 1.
For more information or to volunteer, contact John.Bolecek@vdot.virginia.gov John.Bolecek(at)VDOT(dot)Virginia(dot)gov.
Model: Volunteer
Phase II: Implementation
Volunteers from the Bicycle Alliance of Washington are coordinating efforts to develop U.S. Bicycle Routes with WSDOT. The state identified USBR 10 as their first route to implement and is coordinating efforts and time lines with neighboring states.
For more information, or to volunteer, please contact Barbara Culp at (206) 224-9252 x325 or email barbc(at)bicyclealliance(dot)org
Model: Not Determined
Phase I: Planning
West Virginia DOT is interested in developing U.S. Bicycle Routes and will coordinate with neighboring states as interest develops around corridors that intersect the state.
For more information visit the Bicycle and Pedestrian program website or to volunteer, contact USBRSinfo(at)adventurecycling(dot)org
Model: DOT
Phase II: Implementation
The state’s Bicycle Council with assistance from WisDOT is implementing USBR 30 across Wisconsin. This route is mostly on trails managed by the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The portions that are not on trail are being researched by a contractor. The next step is for the DOT to seek agreements from the DNR and the local jurisdictions along the route. The Bike Federation of Wisconsin and the DNR are interested in aiding the WisDOT in efforts to develop other USBRs across the state.
For more information or to volunteer, contact thomas.huber(at)dot(dot)wi(dot)gov
Model: DOT
Phase: Planning
For information about cycling in Wyoming, see the Wyoming State Bicycle Guidance Maps and Road Grades.
For more information or to volunteer, contact talbot.hauffe(at)dot(dot)state(dot)wy(dot)us