Credit: CoastTV, Brandon Ferguson

Work is expected to begin soon on new pedestrian crosswalks at the intersection of Coastal Highway and Garfield Parkway, according to the town’s newsletter. The intersection is a busy corridor that experiences heavy foot and vehicle traffic, particularly during the summer months.

The project will include installing a new pedestrian crosswalk on the north side of the intersection, expanding access in an area where crossing options have been limited. Residents say the current setup has created challenges for pedestrians.

“It’s really difficult as a pedestrian, and I really worry about families, especially with small children,” said Michaela Greene.

Bruce Warner added that having only one crosswalk makes

Credit to: CoastTV, Torie Seagraves

DelDOT.gov

DelDOT is rolling out speed limit changes along Coastal Highway from Dewey Beach to the Delaware/Maryland state line, with the first changes already in effect between Dewey Beach and Fred Hudson Road as of April 21. Additional signs will be updated Tuesday. DelDOT says the changes "were primarily prompted by concerns about speeding from the local communities and the Coalition for a Safer North Bethany due to a rising number of crashes involving pedestrians and bicyclists."

Speed limits are being reduced in multiple areas, depending on direction and location. Here's a breakdown of the changes:

• Southbound from Dewey Beach to about Conquest Road
  • 55 mph changes to 35 mph
  • 55 mph changes

Provided by Delaware Department of Transportation

The purpose of the North Bethany Bicycle and Pedestrian Corridor Study is to evaluate alternatives to provide low-stress bicycle and pedestrian facilities along SR 1 between Bethany Beach and the Indian River Inlet Bridge, and to develop a conceptual design and cost estimate for a recommended alternative. These concepts will be developed based on the public feedback received to date and the results of the existing conditions assessment. The potential alternatives may include recommendations for traffic calming, median crossover closures/consolidations, shared use path(s), protected bike lanes, dedicated right-turn lanes, sidewalks, and crossing improvements.

Public Process

Concepts