Getting across Columbus, Georgia, can be frustrating when traffic backs up at busy intersections, construction disrupts familiar routes, or drivers encounter long lines during the morning and evening commutes. As residential and commercial development continues to reshape parts of the region, transportation officials are examining roadways where traffic flow, safety and infrastructure need attention.
Several corridors stand out in local transportation studies, including Forrest Road, J.R. Allen Parkway and U.S. 27 north of Columbus. The concerns differ by location. Some involve high traffic volumes and speeding, while others center on intersection operations, highway improvements and the effects of continued development…