Route 7 Shared Use Path

Overview

  • The project involves the design and construction of a 10-foot-wide shared use path along the north side of Route 7 between Campus Drive (Route 391) the entrance of the Northern Virginia Community College (NVCC) – Loudoun Campus (Algonkian, VA) to Lakeland Drive (Route 821) approximately 1,500 feet west of the Loudoun County Line in Sterling, Va.  The total length of the proposed shared use path is approximately 1.3 miles (6,700 feet).  
  • This project is part of the Route 7 pedestrian improvements which funds improvements to three pedestrian crossings – Bartholomew Fair Drive, Potomac View Road and Lakeland Drive - along Route 7.

Current Status:  Design - 90% Design Plans

Estimated Timeline

  • Fall 2020 - Winter 2023: Design
  • Spring 2023 - Spring 2024: Right of Way
  • Spring 2024 - Summer 2025: Utilities Relocation
  • Summer 2025: Procurement of Construction Contractor
  • Fall 2025: Award Contract – Construction
  • Fall 2025: Notice to Proceed – Construction
  • Fall 2025 - Summer 2027: Construction
  • Summer 2027: Substantial Completion

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Contact Us

  • If you have questions about this project, email county staff or call 703-737-8624.

Media Inquiries

Email Glen Barbour, Public Information Officer or call 703-771-5086.