J Branch rail trail study advances
Orange CountyNorth Carolina- Detected
- Oct 20, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Sector
- Transportation
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From the meeting
The board received an update on the J Branch Rail Trail feasibility study, which is being led by Orange County, the Town of Chapel Hill, the Town of Carrboro, TWTPO, NCRR, and UNC Chapel Hill. The study was still examining future corridor uses, redevelopment potential, and connectivity, and it was not expected to conclude until May 2027. This is an open planning signal for trail, corridor, and adjacent redevelopment work.
- Meeting date
- October 20, 2026
- Agency
- Orange County
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