Community Recreation, Fitness and Parks

Sector Success Story

Pedestrian Trail Connector

West Virginia Botanic Garden Inc.

The Main Goal
Create a safer and more inviting pedestrian cross walk to trail access

The Purpose
To get from the garden from the visitors center is a busier road, adding a pedestrian crosswalk allows safer access for everyone to enjoy the beautiful attractions. 

4.5 Miles of trails surround the garden

located at 1061 Tyrone Road, Morgantown, West Virginia

10,000 Community members impacted by improved access

Project Outcomes

Environmental Changes

Created physical and observable change to the built and social environment at West Virginia Botanic Garden

Stronger Health Equity

Makes a much safer access point for everyone to access garden and trail; garden is free to visit and free access to the trail, allowing all populations to visit

The Bottom Line

The Botanical Garden in Morgantown is a place for people to learn, explore, and enjoy the beautiful environment we live in. Many people come to visit and putting the crosswalk in added an extra safety precaution needed for everyone to continue enjoying the beauty the gardens have to offer.

Learn more about the Botanic Garden at wvbg.org