SALISBURY, Maryland — The City of Salisbury has announced it will be restoring Carroll Street traffic flow from Circle Avenue to U.S. Route 13 after re-evaluating its 2022 redesign. Mayor Randy Taylor emphasized that months of consideration and careful planning went into the decision.
“More than two years of practical experience and observation have shown the extra-wide bike paths installed in 2022 are underutilized, confuse drivers, and impede traffic flow,” said Mayor Taylor. “The bike paths will remain, but they won’t be as dominant as in the prior design. This will allow traffic to flow better while offering safety and accessibility to both cyclists and pedestrians.”
The Mayor also assured residents that City staff are handling the project with diligence. “I want the public to know that staff are taking a great deal of care to properly execute the Carroll Street project as it is a meaningful street in Salisbury’s footprint,” he stated.
Once complete, there will be two lanes in each direction for vehicles, with arrows for guidance. Two bike lanes will remain—one each for eastbound and westbound bicyclists—with appropriate separation from vehicular traffic. Pedestrian crossings will be indicated with highly visible markings.
“Carroll Street is a major City thoroughfare,” added Mayor Taylor. “These are common-sense updates that reflect real-world usage, and they will help travelers move safely through our downtown.”
Residents and commuters should anticipate minor disruptions during the transition in Spring 2025. The City will provide updates on the project’s progress and any temporary traffic adjustments as work moves forward.
For more information, please visit www.salisbury.md or contact our Field Operations Department at 410-548-3177.
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