AIPC

SHORELINE BIKEWAY FEASIBILITY STUDY
SEPTEMBER 2007

Aquidneck Island Planning Commission (AIPC) has requested this study to investigate the feasibility of constructing a dedicated multi-use/bike path adjacent to Burma Road and the Newport Secondary rail corridor from Chases Lane (Naval Station Newport) to the Stringham Road railroad grade crossing in Melville. This proposed route would form the “Burma Road Segment” of the greater Shoreline Bikeway/Aquidneck Island Bicycle Path.

Shoreline Bikeway/Aquidneck Island Bicycle Path. The information presented in this report is based on previously completed studies, a review of available railroad right-of-way plans and utility record plans, an analysis of the compiled basemapping of the railroad corridor, discussions with State Officials and railroad operators, field investigations, and engineering analysis.

The work involved the development of an alignment of a proposed dedicated multi use/bicycle path (path) in relation to the existing rail line and Burma Road. The available project wide base mapping and “critical cross-sections” were utilized to conceptually study a route for the path. The study considered right-of-way needs and other related impacts for the Burma Road Segment. Conceptual route plans of the proposed path were prepared and analyzed.