Bassett Creek Regional Trail Golden Valley Segment

Currently the section of this route between Noble and Regent (especially between Ordway and Regent) is a dangerous area for cyclists, especially west bound with limited visibility for cars to see cyclists. I am glad to see improvements being planned for this route to create seperation.

It is likely outside the scope of the current project but it is worth noting that the bridge surface in section F (over hwy 100) has a high frequency undulation to it that causes a disconcerting and uncomfortable vibration for cyclists. I have multiple time thought something was broken on my bike while riding that bridge and even knowing it is a surface issue it is still disconcerting when I ride it. If resurfacing is possible it will improve the ride experience of this trail.

Additionally, there is a small spur trail that connects down a steep hill on the west side of that bridge into Bassett Creek Park. The hill is paved and the trail through the park is mostly paved but there is a short section of gravel trail between the two paved sections that would be nice to have paved consistent with the other surfaces. I know this is not specifically the regional trail but seemed worth mentioning if work is happening in the vicinity.

A few comments:
Slow Golden Valley Road speed down by 5 MPH if even more families will be using the bike lane
Make it easy to cross at different along the stretch - there are many blind curves that make it dangerous to cross with kids. Drivers on Golden Valley Rd go very fast and kids cannot cross safely alone.
Make sure there is significant speed control and protection from vehicles coming down the hill from Minneapolis - many accidents have happened near Bassett Creek in both directions, including significant injuries and death.
The Crosswalk near the bus stop by the courage center needs to include flashing lights - drivers do not stop currently unless an adult stands in the roadway to help others pass.

I'm excited for this section of the trail to be completed!
The section of the existing local (Golden Valley) trail between Toledo and Westbend, along the west side of Minnaqua Pond, is also in need of repair - the pavement is crumbling and frequently covered with mud and standing water.
The intersection of Westbend and Scott floods during high water conditions, so the trail at that point will flood as well, but the existing pavement has not held up and needs improvement.

While we are discussing all of this, can there be an opening for those of us who want to go to the gas station on Douglas and Duluth coming from the EAST. It's pretty inconvenient these days and unfair to Speedway.

Excited! I live off of Ordway and Sorell Ave (near Noble intersection improvements) and will be great to have a trail connection from Ordway - it is currently hard to cross to get to a trail.

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I support this project. Please stop putting in unprotected bike lanes and sidewalks. We need protection from distracted drivers. A stripe of paint along the road won't stop you from getting killed or paralyzed.

I’m very much in favor of this project. Today biking along Golden Valley Road between Regent Ave and Theodore Wirth Parkway is very dangerous.