Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A)
Magnolia Avenue Intersections
An $8 million grant in 2023 from the U.S. Department of Transportation is funding safety improvements on major multi-use corridors, including Magnolia Avenue in East Knoxville.
On Magnolia Avenue, three intersections — Cherry, Hembree, and Castle streets — have been identified as priorities due to a notably high incidence of severe crashes and pedestrian movement.
Planned improvements will incorporate proven safety measures aimed at protecting pedestrians and bicyclists. Potential upgrades include enhanced crosswalk visibility, pedestrian refuge islands, on-street bike lanes, and other effective safety solutions.
The City and the Gresham Smith project team are committed to creating the safest and most effective design possible — but we need your input to get it right:
• Please take the survey below.
• Share your insights on where crossing dangers exist at these intersections.
• Help us prioritize the infrastructure improvements that will make you feel safe to walk and cross at the intersections.
| Intersection Improvement Preferences |