Welcome Need for Transportation Master Planning Sevier County is projected to have an increase in population in the future.  Along with the anticipated growth comes an increase in commuter and seasonal traffic.  Transportation facilities not designed to accommodate the increase in traffic volumes can create safety problems, congestion, and delay for both motorized and non-motorized travel.  In order to preserve the unique character in Sevier County and build a stronger economy, importance must be placed on being proactive in planning the transportation network.  Creating this Transportation Master Plan will be paramount to assessing the County roadway needs and preserving future corridors to facilitate the anticipated traffic demand. Purpose of the Plan The purpose of this study is to prepare the Transportation Master Plan for Sevier County and evaluate the influence of the surrounding communities on the County transportation system. The primary objective of the Plan is to establish a reliable transportation network to guide future developments and roadway expenditures. The Transportation Master Plan includes several major components. Analysis of existing conditions Short and long range transportation plans Access management guidelines Corridor Preservation The planning process requires a target or goal. The vision as outlined in the County General Plan serves as the target and defines the planning process. This includes a master planning process that helps overall County planning and enhances the understanding of the relationship between individual elements.  Proper planning allows early implementation of the ultimate transportation facilities necessary to accommodate the ultimate land use adjacent to the roadways.  The Plan will focus only on UDOT and collector roadways, not residential streets. Importance of Public Input In order to listen to and obtain input on the draft Plan, open house meetings are held.  It is the intent of all the individuals associated with the creation of the draft Master Plan document to make sure that all voices are heard.  Each comment associated with the draft Plan will be received in writing or by recording.  Each comment will be considered, analyzed, and considered for implementation in the final Plan.  Please use the attached form to provide your comments on the draft Plan.  Verbal statements can also be recorded.  We appreciate your input and concern!

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