Under Construction: Columbia Pike and John Marr Drive Intersection Improvements in Fairfax County

This project is upgrading the signalized intersection of Columbia Pike (Route 244) and John Marr Drive. 

The improvements include:

• Traffic signal and curb ramp upgrades.
• A new crosswalk across Route 244.
• Accessible pedestrian signals.

At the intersection, Columbia Pike averages 29,000 vehicles a day and John Marr Drive averages 10,000 based on 2019 data.

Estimated Costs
Preliminary Engineering - $70,000
Right of Way Acquisition and Utility Relocation - $190,000
Construction - $440,000
Total - $700,000

This project is financed with federal and state Highway Safety Improvement Program funding.

Benefits 

This project aims to improve safety for pedestrians and drivers.

Major Milestones 

Notice of Willingness to Hold a Public Hearing - May 2019
Begin Right of Way Acquisition - July 2020
Begin Construction - March 2021
Intersection Improvements Activated/Open - Late Spring 2022
Final Completion - Summer 2022