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Compton Drive Multi-Use Pathway

The Matoaka Woods Multi-Use Pathway along Compton Drive is a project being collaboratively executed with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT). The scope of work includes construction of a 9' wide (8’ clear) concrete trail adjacent to Compton Drive as well as retaining walls to avoid impact to nearby wetlands, lighting, and guardrails to protect pedestrians from vehicular traffic. The new construction will connect the existing pathway on Compton Drive to the City of Williamsburg's pathway at Monticello Avenue (SR 321).

Project Details
  • Project Number: 204-B0204-007
  • Cost: Approximately $1,800,000
  • Fund Source: Multiple State Sources
  • Renovation/additional GSF: New walkway along Compton Drive
  • Project Start Date: 11/1/2018
  • Construction Start Date: TBD
  • Finish Date: TBD
  • Project Manager: Matthew Rossi
  • Design Team: Draper Aden Associates
  • Contractor: TBD
  • Progress: Design complete
Map of Compton Drive drainage pathways

A map of the Compton Drive drainage pathways illustrates the complexity of the planning process needed to complete the multi-use pathway system.

Aerial photograph of Compton Drive

Compton drive is a critical connector between Monticello Avenue and the West Campus, and pedestrian access is needed to compliment the vehicular circulation.

Approach at Compton Drive to the end of the current multi-use pathway.

The existing multi-use pathway along Compton Drive terminates at the path that leads to the School of Education.

Typical section of concrete walkway at Compton Drive

The new concrete pathway will include a retaining wall, guard rails, and campus standard light fixtures.