City: Warrensburg. Route: DD, Johnson Co., MO Location: Warrensburg AMTRAK Station to City Limits, East 8 Miles to Knob Noster State Park in rural Johnson County
Type: Shoulder
Description:
Widen the shoulders on DD to five feet.
Importance:
DD between Warrensburg and Whiteman Air Force Base has a narrow shoulder and is a busy highway, especially during commute traffic to and from Whiteman AFB. If it could be ridden in safety some of the commuting could be done by bicycle, thereby reducing pollution. It would also provide recreational riding for Warrensburg residents and Whiteman personnel.
Obstacles:
Expense of altering bridges along the route.