Potter County Comprehensive Plan Preserving and Enhancing the Quality of Life for Current and Future Residents of Potter County

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1 Introduction Communities are continually challenged with providing access for employees to local businesses and industries, providing efficient through transportation for regional travelers, and providing recreational transportation opportunities. These challenges are further complicated by the need to balance the conflicting needs of pedestrians and automobiles. This plan will provide guidelines for helping Potter County provide a transportation system that will continue to serve its residents and businesses while also serving others that pass through the community. A county s transportation system provides one of the greatest influences on the intensity of future growth and development, as the network of roadways in a community determines land use relationships and configurations. Consequently, transportation planning has emerged as one of the most significant aspects of growth management planning over the recent years. However, many comprehensive plans are reactive in nature, typically addressing current transportation issues with regard to travel patterns but falling short of forecasting what should be done to improve the entire transportation system. This forces a county to continue to follow the land developmenttransportation improvement cycle : 1. Land development generates vehicle trips 2. Additional trips increase roadway needs 3. Needs dictate roadway improvements 4. Improvements modify access 5. Modified access changes land values 6. Changed land value attracts intensified development 7. Intensified development generates more trips 8. More trips lead back to the second step of the cycle This chapter will seek to link the future land use planning proposed within the plan with an appropriate transportation infrastructure within Potter County. Initiatives will be based on addressing current concerns along with anticipating future travel demands and promoting land development patterns that are in keeping with the county s vision. By doing so, the county will be able to take a proactive approach to transportation planning and be able to necessitate when, where and what type of improvements should be made, thereby effectively altering the cycle to ask the following questions: 6. Which route will be utilized to reach the trip destination? 7. What is the best overall transportation system to handle the future trip desires? So as the community grows, the county will be able to poise itself to proactively work with developers to ensure the community s vision is achieved. Potter County is part of PennDOT s Engineering District 2, Maintenance District 2-6. The District office is located in Clearfield County. The county s road system is an essential public asset that provides mobility within the county and means to connect to regional highways. US Route 6, SR 49, and SR 872 are the principal highways and the most heavily traveled roads in the county. The problem with these major highways is that each leads through the center of a municipal center and seriously restricts prompt freight movement. The county s road network includes more than 1,293 miles of roadway, of which is owned by PennDOT, miles are owned by other state and federal agencies, and miles are owned by the county s local municipalities. Locally owned roads include a combination of asphalt and gravel roads. A majority of the gravel roads are seriously substandard with inadequate drainage, poor surface materials, right-of-way clearance issues, and slope problems. Funding is critical to the upkeep of the county s secondary roadways. In rural areas the road system is usually the second highest demand for funding after the school system. Land use controls can greatly influence future costs for the roadway system as the location and type of development bear a direct relationship to required maintenance and the need to upgrade roads. The location chosen for future development, especially higher density or commercial/industrial uses, is best served by the existing major highways unless the municipality is prepared to upgrade a road to meet new demands. Potter County Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance The Potter County Planning Commission has been delegated as the subdivision and land development reviewing agency for all but one municipality in the county. The one exception is Coudersport Borough. In administering their role as lead reviewing agency, the county has adopted a subdivision and land development ordinance, which sets forth development design guidelines and regulations. Through the plan review process, the county has the greatest opportunity to effect positive change to the county s transportation network through its subdivision and land development ordinance. The county s subdivision and land development ordinance defines the following street classifications: Major Streets Major Streets are those facilities currently classified as Pennsylvania Traffic Routes and Pennsylvania State Routes on the general highway map of Potter County, latest addition, as prepared by PennDOT. 1. What will be the magnitude of population and economic activities in the future? 2. Where will these activities be located? 3. How many trips will these activities generate? 4. Which mode of travel will the trips use? 5. What alternatives/strategies are available to relieve demands on the transportation system? 8-1

2 Collector Streets Collector Streets are those streets that provide connections between major traffic streets and generally include township roads shown on the general highway map of Potter County, latest edition, which function as connectors between villages, boroughs, shopping centers and community facilities on an intra-county basis. Minor Streets Minor Streets are those streets which primarily provide access to abutting properties and intersect with existing or proposed streets at a minimum of two locations. Cul-de-sac Street A cul-de-sac street is a street with a single means of ingress and egress having a vehicular turnaround. All cul-de-sacs must connect to a street which intersects with an existing or proposed street at a minimum of two locations. Existing Public Road or Street An existing public road or street means a federal, state, or municipal road or street that is being carried on the road docket, and which is presently being actively maintained and repaired by federal, state, or municipal entities at the time of the subdivision. No other road or street shall be considered by the Commission to be existing except those roads or streets which have received prior approval from the Commission as having met requirements of Appendix I of the county s ordinance, and which have in fact been so improved, and which presently meet said requirements. Private Streets Private streets are not defined in the county s subdivision and land development ordinance; however, private streets are permitted and shall meet the design standards of public streets in accordance with the specifications contained within. The primary difference between a public street and private streets is that the local municipality is not responsible for maintenance of the road, including snow removal. When private streets are proposed, it shall be clearly stated on the subdivision plan that maintenance is the responsibility of the lot owners living along the private road. Although private streets are a valid option permitted by the county s subdivision and land development ordinance, the planning commission recognizes that long term maintenance of private streets by property owners has proven to be unsatisfactory; therefore, the commission recommends all efforts be made first for municipal road dedication, or in failure of that, an agreement with a road contractor to perform maintenance. Existing Design Standards The county s subdivision and land development ordinance establishes minimum design guidelines for the construction of streets. The following represents some of the key design guidelines: Proposed and required streets shall have a minimum right-of-way of fifty feet (50 ). Additional right-of-way width may be required where the terrain is such that sloping and fill areas exceed the width. When a local municipality under the county s subdivision and land development ordinance has adopted local street design standards, proposed streets shall conform to those standards; otherwise, the county s standards apply. All roads which are dedicated and accepted by a municipality must be constructed to the minimum municipal specifications, as provided by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation for state reimbursement purposes. Proposed public streets shall be connected to and related to such street plans or parts thereof as have been officially prepared and adopted by the municipality, county, or state. The roadway shall be constructed to a width of twenty-eight feet with five foot shoulders right and left. The cartway shall be no less than eighteen feet wide and shall be stabilized to accommodate year-round travel with gravel, hard shale or crushed stone. The cartway shall have an eight inch base, after compaction, consisting of gray shale or bank run with 50% mix of three to four inch stone and filler material. The base shall be topped with two inches of modified 2A or 2RC special or equivalent material which should be hard, crushed and have fractured faces. Both the eight inch base and two inch top shall be compacted in the same manner as the subgrade. Table 8-1 lists major roadways in Potter County along with their Average Annual Daily (AADT) for 2002, functional classification, and recommended right-of-way width. The AADT s and functional classification designation were obtained from PennDOT. Map 8-1 graphically represents the county s highway network, and functional classifications. Table 8-1 Current Street Classifications State Route # Road Name Functional Class SR 0006 Route 6 Major Street SR 0044 Route 44 Major Street SR 0049 Route 49 Major Street SR 0144 Route 144 Major Street SR 0449 Route 449 Major Street SR 0155 Route 155 Major Street Andrews Settlement Rd Major Street SR 0244 and Rose Lake Rd SR 0607 * Major Street SR 0872 Buffalo Street Major Street 8-2

3 State Route # Road Name Functional Class SR 2002 Branch Rd Major Street SR 2003 * Major Street SR 3001 East Fork Rd Major Street SR 1001 Sweden Hill Rd Major Street SR 1003 Main Street Major Street SR 1005 Phoenix Rd Major Street SR 1010 Mills Rd/Bingham Rd Major Street Canada Major Street SR 1011 Hollow Rd and West Street SR 1013 N. Bingham Rd Major Street SR 1016 * Major Street SR 1019 N. Branch Rd Major Street SR 3003 First Fork Rd Major Street SR 4001 Sartwell Creek Rd Major Street E. Branch Fishing Major Street SR 4005 Creek Rd SR 4007 Dingman Rd Major Street SR 4010 * Major Street SR 4011 Peet Brook Rd Major Street Sunnyside Rd and Major Street SR 4017 Shaytown Rd SR 4021 Honeoye Rd Major Street SR 4023 Pierce Hill Major Street SR 1007 Little Phoenix Rd Major Street SR 1008 Cross Rd Major Street SR 1013 Hollow Rd Major Street SR 1015 * Major Street SR 1020 * Major Street SR 1024 * Major Street SR 1025 * Major Street SR 2004 Billy Lewis Rd Major Street SR 3004 Burtville Rd Major Street SR 3007 Card Creek Rd Major Street SR 3009 Reed Rd Major Street SR 3011 Pump Station Rd Major Street SR 3013 Tolls Hollow Rd Major Street SR 3015 Dutch Hill Rd and Inez Rd Major Street SR 4006 * Major Street SR 4008 South Branch Rd and Ford Hill Rd Major Street SR 4009 Baker Creek Rd Major Street SR 4013 Faith St and N. Hollow Rd Major Street SR 4014 Plank Rd Major Street SR 4019 Horse Run Rd Major Street SR 4025 Brizzie Hollow Rd Major Street SR 4027 Ore Bed Rd Collector Street State Route # Road Name Functional Class SR 4031 * Collector Street SR 4015 Bells Run Collector Street SR 4012 * Collector Street SR 3017 * Collector Street SR 3006 Ice Mine Rd Collector Street SR 2001 Germania Bridge Rd Collector Street SR 1016 Bingham Center Rd Collector Street SR 1017 Pump Station Rd Collector Street SR 1014 N. Bingham Rd Collector Street SR 1009 Pusher Siding Rd Collector Street SR 1012 Short Cut Rd Collector Street SR 1002 N. Hollow Rd Collector Street SR 4016 Irish Settlement Rd Collector Street SR 4006 Star Brook Rd Collector Street SR 4003 * Collector Street SR 3002 Crowley Rd and Prouty Rd Collector Street SR 1018 Genesee Rd and Whites Corner Rd Collector Street Butter Creek Rd Kibbeville Rd/Pump Station Rd Kinney Rd McGinnis Rd Dogtown Rd Hillcrest Rd Grover Hollow Rd Wind Fall Rd/Graves Rd State Rd Lehman Rd/White Knoll Rd/ Simonds Hill Rd/Hollow Rd Carlin Rd/Teed Hollow Rd Local Roads Parker Hill Rd Meeker Hollow Rd/Stoneylick Rd Rocks Rd Cobb Hill Rd/Pump Station Rd Bryant Hollow Rd/Clara Rd Moffit Rd Gross Hollow Rd Predmore Rd/Watson Rd Reed Run Rd Crippen Run Rd Bump Rd/Carr Hill Rd/Lehman Hollow Rd Pinned Hill Rd All Other Streets Minor, Private, or Forestry Source: PennDOT, - : Data not provided, * - No street name 8-3

4 Regional Transportation Planning The North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission (NCPRPDC) is a Rural Planning Organization (RPO) and is responsible for managing the area s transportation needs, which includes soliciting and ranking transportation projects for the PennDOT s Twelve Year Transportation Program and preparing the region s Long Range Transportation Plan. The NCPRPDC is composed of Cameron, Clearfield, Elk, Jefferson, McKean, and Potter Counties. The federal Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 (ISTEA) and its subsequent successor Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21) requires a focus on the State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) and a county and regional Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), which are requirements for states to receive federal funding. In Pennsylvania, the STIP and TIP contain projects that are programmed over a four-year period. The programs are updated every two years. These four-year periods coincide with the first four years of the Commonwealth's Twelve Year Transportation Program (TYP) and two-year update cycle. The Long Range Plan, mandated by Federal Highway Administration, must be for at least 20 years in duration and must include projects for the first four years as listed in the STIP, TIP, and TYP. In 1991, PennDOT, realizing the need to establish an outreach program with the local municipalities in the six-county region, entered into an agreement with NCPRPDC to serve as the coordinating agency for transportation planning and outreach to assist with developing the region s Twelve Year Transportation Program. In general, STIP projects are approved and funded projects, and include federal and state highways; federal, state, and local bridges; aviation, rail, public transportation, and transportation enhancements projects. The Twelve Year Transportation Plan does not include local streets owned and maintained by the region s municipalities. Although administration of the county s transportation planning is managed on a regional level, transportation projects are identified through a local involvement process every two years. Elected and non-elected officials, including residents who have a transportation concern are provided an opportunity to identify that concern to their county planning commission, which then prioritizes the solicited projects. The local transportation priorities are then brought to NCPRPDC and prioritized by the North Central Rural Transportation Planning Committee (NCRTPC). The prioritized projects are then programmed based on the amount of funding allocated to the region. The NCRTPC was established to ensure quality and progress in transportation planning throughout the region. The committee is comprised of planners from the region s six county planning commission s offices; PennDOT Central Office and District 2-0 and 10-0; and representatives from public transportation, aviation, rail, recreation, and the trucking industry. Table 8-2 Twelve Year Transportation Program Solicited Projects 2003 Route # Location Improvement SR 449 Walton Rt. 6 to Gold Highway Restoration SR 6 Main Street Galeton Highway Restoration SR 6 Galeton to Walton Highway Restoration SR 49 Intersection of SR44 and SR49 Improve Site Distance SR 1020 W. Branch Pine Creek Bridge Bridge Replacement SR 9900 T-338 Bridge Replacement SR 6 US 6 Allegany River Bridge Bridge Replacement Route # Location Improvement SR 9900 T-479 Cowanesque Bridge Bridge Replacement SR 233 PA 244/Genesee River Bridge Replacement SR th Street Bridge Bridge Replacement SR 9900 Depot Street Bridge Bridge Replacement SR 244 PA 244/Hemlock Run Bridge Replacement SR 4003 Clara Creek Bridge Bridge Replacement SR 3013 Bridge over Allegany River/Tolls Bridge Replacement Road SR 1016 White Branch Bridge Bridge Replacement 872 Costello First Fork Bridge Replacement 872 Costello Freeman Run Bridge Replacement SR 4021 Honeoye Creek Bridge Replacement SR 4019 Horse Run Shinglehouse Replace Open Face Deck Borough SR 244 Genesee Cryder Creek Replace Open Face Deck SR 49 Intersection SR 44 to Gold Overlay and Widen SR 4013 North Hollow Overlay and Widen Source: Potter County Planning Commission From a complete replacement to major improvements, many bridges in the county are in need of repair. 73% of the above solicited transportation projects are bridge related. Bridges play an integral role in the county s transportation network from moving people and goods to emergency vehicle response. When a bridge is closed due to safety reasons or extended improvements, it disrupts the natural flow of traffic, redirects more vehicles to other roads in the county, adds additional commute time, and becomes an inconvenience to residents and business owners who are affected by the closure. However, as much of an inconvenience a closure may be to the general population, a closure affects emergency response vehicles. From fire companies responding to a fire or accident scene, police responding to an emergency call, and an ambulance responding to a medical emergency, every minute counts if you are in need of assistance. The need to keep local, county, and state bridges open is just as important as building new highways. The NCPRPDC and NCRTPC also recognize the importance of rehabilitating bridges. The region s FFY TIP has thirteen projects listed from Potter County, eight of which are bridge replacement projects. The region s FFY TIP for Potter County is shown in Table 8-4. Other eligible transportation projects as identified by the county are listed on page The county performs biannual bridge inspections and provides a report of their condition. Bridges in need of repair must be prioritized and appropriate funding sources identified. Bridges in immediate need of repair and maintenance must be moved forward to ensure the appropriate funding is in place and the bridge is kept open. 8-4

5 Table 8-3 Twelve Year Transportation Program The following projects in Potter County are currently listed on the State s Twelve-Year Program: Route # Location Improvement Route 6 Galeton Main Street Highway restoration project Route 6 Wayfinding Signage Transportation enhancement project SR 0449 Walton - Route 6 to Gold Highway restoration project Route 6 Allegheny River Bridge Bridge replacement project SR 0049 Box Culvert Bridge replacement project SR 0244 Irish Settlement Bridge Bridge replacement project SR 0244 Genesee River Bridge Bridge replacement project SR 0244 Hemlock Run Bridge replacement project SR 1009 Ludington Run Bridge Bridge replacement project SR 1016 White Branch Bridge Bridge replacement project SR 1020 W. Branch Pine Creek Bridge Bridge replacement project SR 4003 Clara Creek Bridge Bridge replacement project T-479 Cowanesque Bridge Harrison Township Bridge replacement project 7 th Street Bridge Coudersport Borough Bridge replacement project Depot Street Bridge Oswayo Borough Bridge replacement project T-338 Bridge Hebron Township Bridge replacement project Source: Potter County Planning Commission Table 8-4 North Central FFY TIP The following projects in Potter County are currently listed on the North Central FFY TIP: Route # Location Improvement 7 th Street Coudersport Borough Bridge Allegheny Creek Bridge replacement project Route 6 West of Galeton Highway Restoration Route 6 Coudersport Area Highway Restoration Route 6 Galeton Main Street Highway Restoration Route 6 Allegheny River Bridge Bridge replacement project Route 244 PA 244/Brizzie Hollow Run Bridge replacement project SR 1016 White Branch Bridge Bridge replacement project PA 44 Shinglehouse Borough Bridge replacement project Gold Road SR 49 Mills to Harrison Valley Highway Restoration Major Roadways Route # Location Improvement PA 244 Genessee River Bridge Bridge replacement project PA 872 Sinnemahoning River Bridge replacement project SR 1004 Genessee Bridge Bridge replacement project SR 1005 Bridge over Laurel Run Bridge replacement project Source: North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission U.S. Route 6 Source: Pennsylvania Route 6 Tourist Association Route 6 is more than a journey; it is a destination in and of itself. On Route 6 you travel through a national forest, endless mountains, and scenic river valleys, and retrace the historic trails traveled by pioneers. Route 6 is just not a highway; it is the spine in which all activity is felt throughout the county. It is just as important transportation corridor for Pennsylvania as it is for Potter County. Economic development, tourism, connectivity, and local and regional heritage are all impacted by Route 6. From the east, Route 6 enters the county in Pike Township, east of the Borough of Galeton. As it snakes its way through the county, it traverses seven municipalities and provides access to many more via secondary roads. Through its journey, Route 6 travels through Pike Township, Galeton Borough, Ulysses Township, Sweden Township, Eulalia Township, Coudersport Borough, and Roulette Township. Along the way, it passes by or provides access to several tourist-oriented attractions. These attractions include Denton Hill State Park, Coudersport Historic District, Austin Dam Ruins, the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum, and quaint crossroad villages. However, Route 6 is not immune from aging and access management problems. Route 6 is need of repair in Galeton Borough due to subsidence and reconstruction/resurfacing in Pike Township, and access management issues abound not only in the Coudersport Borough area but along the entire corridor. Careful planning must be a priority in this corridor to ensure its functionality as an important east/west corridor to move people and goods, and to preserve its scenic beauty. In addition to serving as a major east/west vehicle transportation corridor in Pennsylvania, Route 6 is also a key corridor in the state s BicyclePA s proposed long distance touring routes, which combine onroad sections with off-road paths. In total, there are six long-distance touring routes identified in the state, including two east-west, border to border routes totaling more than 700 miles, one of which is Route Y, better known as Route 6. Route 6 Scenic Highway Route 6 is a pending Byway in Potter County. Byways are designated by PennDOT in support of local planning efforts to: 1. Enhance and improve the visual impact of specific routes 2. Maintain the natural resources and intrinsic qualities along specific routes 3. Educate residents and visitors on the history and culture of the Commonwealth 4. Provide enhanced opportunities for funding in related programs such as PennDOT s Transportation Enhancement Program. 8-5

6 State Route 44 Route 44 runs diagonally across the county from the northwest to the southeast. It is an important link to Olean and Buffalo, as well as Lock Haven and Williamsport, and is the most important route in the northwest area of the county. The Potter County Adelphia Impact Assessment study conducted in 2003 shows just how important this link is. Employees working in the Coudersport offices live in the northwest area of Potter County, northeast areas of McKean County, and southern Cattaraugus and Allegany Counties in New York. Land use within this corridor is predominately rural with some roadside commercial uses. There has been no significant development in this corridor, and it will continue to be the principal highway in the northwest area of the county and a significant link to New York State. The county has also designated SR 44 as a potential Byway. Route 49 This highway is a diagonal link between Coudersport Borough and the northeastern section of the county, and is a significant route to Corning and Elmira in New York State. The corridor connects a number of small crossroad villages and provides access to one of the county s agricultural areas. Route 49 will continue to be one of the two principal highways in the northeast area of the county. Route 449 This corridor is one of two major connectors between New York State and Route 6. This route has become more significant since the construction of the New York State Southern Tier Expressway. Similar to Route 44, this corridor is a link to Coudersport and its importance is evident in the dispersion map of workers in the Adelphia Impact Assessment study. Route 144 Route 144 links Galeton Borough and Route 6 to Renovo and Route 120 in Clinton County. This route, in combination with Route 44, provides the only significant highway access for the southeastern section of the county, and they are the major roadways on the State Park driving tour. At times during the winter months, this road is closed due to snow. Route 607 Route 607 links Austin Borough to Keating Summit and Route 155, and eventually to Emporium in Cameron County and Port Allegany in McKean County. Routes 607 and 872 provide access to the southwestern area of the county. Route 872 Route 872 is classified as a major roadway under the county s existing classification system, and is an important north/south corridor in Potter County connecting Coudersport Borough, Austin Borough, and Wharton Township. Regionally, Route 872 intersects with Rote 120 in Cameron County. The Austin Dam Ruins is located off Route 872, which is a tourist destination. Route 872 is part of the Dam driving tour identified in Chapter 9. The county has also designated SR 872 as a potential Byway. Route 115 Route 115 is classified as a major roadway. Connecting with Route 607 in Keating Summit, Route 155 provides access to Port Allegany in McKean County and Emporium in Cameron County. Route 244 Route 244 is located in the northern half of the county and connects Genesee, Andrews Settlement, and Oswayo Borough. Map 8-2 identifies these major transportation corridors. Transportation Concerns Understanding local transportation needs helps to focus time, energy, and resources at the county level. As part of this plan, the county s local municipalities were invited to identify local transportation issues by answering the following seven survey questions: 1. Identify any safety related intersections or roadways within your municipality. (Frequent crash sites, sight distance problems, etc.) 2. Identify any roadways that are in need of upgrade. (Re-paving, pothole repair, etc.) 3. Identify any intersections or roadways that have problems with stormwater, snow, or ice. 4. Identify any intersections or roadways that need additional signage. 5. Identify any intersections or roadways where there is a need for turning lanes, shoulder widening, radii improvements, or signalization. 6. Identify areas where there is a need for additional roadways or better linkage of popular destinations. 7. Identify any intersections or roadways that are congested or busy and identify days and hours when busy. The following municipalities responded to the survey: 1. Hebron Township 2. Portage Township 3. Galeton Borough 4. Stewardson Township 5. Keating Township 6. Allegany Township 7. Harrison Township 8. Eulalia Township 9. Homer Township 8-6

7 The following is a list of common concerns with the number of times each concern was raised: Safety related intersections or roadways (17) Roadways in need of upgrade or repair (13+) Stormwater, snow, or ice problems (15+) Roadways in need of additional signage (4+) Roadways in need of turning lanes, radii improvements, or signalization (7) Roadways that are congested (2) Since many roads are dirt and gravel, several municipalities mentioned that all these types of roads are in need of pothole repair, especially in the spring months. Because many roads travel through hilly areas, stormwater, snow, and ice problems are typical on most roadways. There were also comments that many roads need to be signed for weight limit restrictions. Other issues identified by the Potter County Planning Commission include the amount of truck traffic that travels through Coudersport Borough, construction of by-pass around Galeton Borough, and the need for a traffic signal at the intersection of SR 872 and Route 6. Continued outreach to the county s local municipalities is a priority strategy for the county. Municipalities must identify transportation needs in order for the county to assist with identifying funding sources and developing a fiscally constrained transportation improvement plan. Implementation of this strategy began with mailing a survey to local municipalities requesting them to identify transportation issues and needs within their municipalities. Those issues are identified in Table 8-5; however, only nine municipalities responded to the initial survey. A follow-up survey was mailed to those municipalities that did not originally respond. In response to the second survey, the following municipalities responded: Table 8-6 Local Transportation Issues Second Survey request Table 8-5 lists the transportation issues identified by the nine municipalities, and Map 8-3 graphically shows their location. Table 8-5 Local Transportation Issues Municipality Shinglehouse Borough Transportation Issue Sight Distance, Pavement Repairs, Drainage, Connectivity, and Congestion Sight Distance, Pavement Repairs, Drainage, Municipality Transportation Issue Bingham Township Connectivity, Dirt roads, and Signage Hebron Township Portage Township Sight Distance, Congestion, Geometry, Drainage Austin Road area South of Austin Borough Oswayo Borough Dirt and gravel roads, drainage, and dust Galeton Borough Sight Distance, Drainage, Icing, Geometry, and Road Upgrade/Reconstruction Summit Township None Identified Stewardson Township Sight Distance, Road Upgrade, and Bridge Improvement Source: Local Municipalities Keating Township Repaving, Stormwater, and Signage Allegany Township Dirt and Gravel Road Maintenance, and Stormwater and Drainage Harrison Township Road Maintenance and Signage Eulalia Township Road Upgrade/Reconstruction Sight Distance, and Drainage Homer Township Alignment and Sight Distance Source: Local Municipalities 8-7

8 Intersections As part of transportation improvement needs analysis, carrying capability of the county s major intersections was analyzed by reviewing existing data managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. Based on our analysis, the majority of the major intersections in the county have experienced various levels of movement conflicts; however, the causes of those conflicts have not been identified as part of this plan. When a particular intersection exhibits reoccurring movement problems, the road segments leading to the intersection and the intersection itself should be studied to identify deficiencies and recommended improvements. Detailed studies are necessary to determine the cause. In total, eight intersections had reoccurring conflicts over a five year period from 1997 to Those intersections are listed below and are graphically shown on Map Intersection of SR 0244 & SR 1010 Genesee Township 2. Intersection of SR 0044 and Ridge Rd Hebron Township 3. Intersection of SR 4021, SR 4010, and Stevens Road Shinglehouse Borough 4. Intersection of SR4003 and SR 0006 Roulette Township 5. Intersection of SR 0044, SR 3006, SR 0006, and SR 4031 Sweden Township 6. Intersection of SR 0049 and SR 0449 Ulysses Township 7. Intersection of SR 0144 and Main Street Stewardson Township (Cross Fork) 8. Intersection of SR 872 and SR 0006 Coudersport Borough Several of these intersections have also been identified as problem areas by those municipalities that responded to the local transportation needs survey and should be considered priority intersections for study funding and improvements Conference of Transportation and Land Use for Economic Development In May of 2003, the secretaries of PENNDOT, DEP, DCNR, and DCED hosted a conference on Transportation and Land Use for Economic Development. Over 230 participants spent the day evaluating where Pennsylvania currently stands on integrating land use, economic development, transportation, and conservation policies and actions. The end result of the evaluation was an action plan with strategic objectives and associated tasks. The plan is organized around the following five major themes: 1. Agency Coordination 2. Planning, Program and Project Delivery 3. Investment/Leverage 4. Intergovernmental Partnerships 5. Education The action plan is the first step of a process to coordinate state agencies that share in responsibility for creating opportunities for and implementing community/economic development projects that enhance the overall quality of life for the state s citizens. The plan is intended to be a living, evolving document that will be enhanced through input from state agencies, municipalities, businesses, and interested citizens. The recommendations are the foundation and will be reviewed on an annual basis. New initiatives and strategies will replace ones that have been implemented through a public outreach process; therefore, it is important that the county becomes involved in these meetings through the Planning Commission Office or a partnership with the North Central Regional Planning Commission. The recommended strategies developed in the county s comprehensive plan are mutually supportive of the strategies identified in the 2003 Conference of Transportation and Land Use for Economic Development Action Plan. North Central PA Bicycle/Pedestrian Transportation Plan This North Central PA Bicycle/Pedestrian Plan recognizes that the personal vehicle will never be replaced in Potter County. The county s existing development and commuting patterns require the use of an automobile for daily activities. However, the ability to safely navigate the county s road network is extremely important. In terms of this plan, pedestrian mobility should be viewed as a means of being able to safely walk, jog, and/or bike from one point to another. For example, these points or nodes can consist of public and private recreation centers, schools, other developments, and commercial centers, to name a few. The means of connecting these nodes include sidewalks, trails, and designated bike paths. Unfortunately, past development activity did not provide for this level of connectivity. Sidewalk is nonexistent along the major roadways that connect these nodes, and current roadway widths contribute to safety concerns of pedestrians. This plan recognizes that in order for the county to successfully implement growth management strategies, pedestrian level mobility must be addressed. The NCPRPDC has studied this level of transportation at a regional level with the preparation and adoption of the North Central PA Bicycle/Pedestrian Transportation Plan in October of The Vision Statement driving the recommendation of the Plan is as follows: The region values the importance of a variety of methods of transporting people from transportation, recreation, health and wellness, and will actively plan and provide for the safe integration of bicycle and pedestrian projects and other forms of transportation such as all terrain vehicles and snowmobiles into the tourism, recreation and transportation system. In support of the vision statement, the committee members developed a list of planning goals that include: 1. Involvement of local governments, especially in the cities, boroughs, and more developed townships, in bike/pedestrian planning. 2. Identify projects. 3. Promotion of existing successes and low-cost issues that can solve problems locally. 4. Create Loops in the boroughs. 5. Inventory and map assets. The plan proposed the following projects in Potter County: 1. Improve deficient shoulders on U.S. Route 6 2. Develop a snowmobile trail along Sartwell Creek Road and Reed Run Road 3. Develop a proposed trail from Coudersport Borough to Eulalia Township 8-8

9 One of the committee s greatest concerns is ensuring that this plan continues to guide transportation decisions in the future. To address this issue, the Committee has agreed to continue to meet on a regular basis to accomplish the following: 1. Ensure the plan remains relevant and helpful 2. Provide information to update the maps, as roads become either more or less accessible to bicycles and pedestrians 3. Share ideas for new ways to promote bicycle and pedestrian transportation 4. Be advocates for the inclusion of bicycle and pedestrian facilities in transportation improvements instituted by NCRTPC, local municipalities, or PENNDOT. BicyclePA s Corridors Route Y In addition to serving as a major east/west vehicle transportation corridor in Pennsylvania, Route 6 is also a key corridor in the state s BicyclePA s proposed long distance touring routes, which combine onroad sections with off-road paths. In total, there are six long-distance touring routes identified in the state, including two east-west, border to border routes totaling more than 700 miles, one of which is Route Y, better known as Route 6. Roadway improvements and shoulder widening have been identified as a regionally significant project. Air Transportation (Source: Airnav.com) Airports can boost economic activity and can contribute to tourism. Potter County has one operational airport located in West Branch Township. The Cherry Springs Airport is the only operational airport in Potter County. The airport is located nine miles southwest of Galeton Borough on SR 0044 in Cherry Springs. Services provided at the airport are limited to minor airframe and powerplant services. Hangers and tiedowns are available. The runway is 3,570 long and 180 wide and is marked with yellow cone, and yellow and red barrels. The runway surface is turf and is in good condition. Aircraft operations total 160 per year with 62% classified as transient general aviation, 31% local general aviation, and 6% military. Since the runway is composed of turf, it is soft during the spring thaw, and the trees along the north side of the runway violate FAR 77 guidelines. Another problem inherent to the rural atmosphere of the county is the wildlife population, specifically deer on the runway at night. In general, the Cherry Springs Airport functions adequately as a general use aviation airport. The size and make-up of the runway limit the types of planes that can utilize it. Other nearby airports that can supplement the Cherry Spring Airport includes: 1. Grand Canyon Airport Tioga County 2. Wellsville Municipal Airport Allegany County 3. Bradford Regional Airport McKean County 4. Towanda Area Joint Municipal Airport Authority Bradford County 5. Williamsport Regional Airport Lycoming County 6. Chemung County Airport Elmira/Corning, New York 7. Olean Municipal Airport Hinsdale, New York For international and intra-country travel, residents of the county can utilize airports in the greater Pittsburgh, Williamsport, Harrisburg, Buffalo, Erie, and Rochester areas. The following airports are private and used by individual property owners for recreational and general use purposes: 1. Reed Run Airport 2. Ellis Hollow Road Airport 3. Baily Hill Airport 4. Baker Hollow Subdivision 5. Ford Hill 6. Shinglehouse/Route 44 Rail Transportation The closest rail line to Potter County is the Norfolk Southern system located in Port Allegany. Goods and supplies arriving by rail in Port Allegany must be unloaded and shipped overland to businesses in the county. The railroad infrastructure serving Potter County consists of a mix of Class 1, regional, and Short Line/Industrial railroads. Norfolk Southern Corporation provides rail service to Potter County on its Harrisburg to Buffalo Line. A small portion of this line parallels Route 155 Keating Township, near Keating Summit. Public Transit Services The Area Transportation Authority (ATA) of North Central Pennsylvania services Potter County. The Fullington Auto Bus Company provides intercity bus services that include scheduled route service, charter, group, and party services. THE ATA is successful in providing public transportation in the most rural region of Pennsylvania. ATA provides easy mobility to the public, which stimulates retail business and provides private industry by moving hundreds of commuters every working day of the year. Public transit decreases traffic congestion, wear and tear on highways, and accidents. 8-9

10 Bus routes in Potter County are classified as Call-A-Bus and Fixed Route with Deviation. The Call-A-Bus is a public transportation service operated by the ATA. The service requires prior day reservation and is open to everyone. Fixed Routes with Deviation have fixed or established points, but drivers are permitted to go off the route up to ¼ mile. The fares are least when no deviation occurs. The following Call-A-Bus routes are located in the county: 1. Ulysses Area Includes Ulysses, Bingham, Mills, Harrison Valley, Elmer, Andrews Settlement, Ellisburg, Hickox, and Genesee. 2. Galeton Area Includes Galeton and Germania 3. Shinglehouse Area Includes Shinglehouse, Sharon Center, Millport, Oswayo, Coneville, Bell Run, Ceres, and Kings Run Road. 4. Coudersport Area Coudersport, Jenkins Hill, Sweden Valley, Charles Cole Hospital, and Roulette. The following Fixed Routes with Deviation are located in the county: 1. Ulysses to Wellsville 2 nd Friday of every month. 2. Ulysses to Coudersport 1 st and 3 rd Friday of each month. 3. Shinglehouse Oswayo Coudersport 1 st and 3 rd Friday of the month. 4. Sinnemahoning Driftwood Emporium 1 st Thursday of the month. 5. Austin (Costello Wharton) to Coudersport Wednesday and Friday of every month. NCPRPDC 2025 Transportation Plan The NCPRPDC 2025 Transportation Plan was adopted in December of The plan is the primary transportation planning document serving the counties of Cameron, Clearfield, Elk, Jefferson, McKean, and Potter. The plan is intended to provide planning guidance to local officials and link their individual planning programs to a regional perspective, and address the region s transportation system in a manner that will maintain the current system, increase safety, promote economic development, encourage reasonable growth strategies, and meet the transportation needs of the region over the next twenty-five years. The plan will be updated at least every five years. The Rural Transportation Planning Committee has concluded that the majority of the growth in the region will occur in the areas surrounding major transportation corridors. The following High Priority Corridors are located in Potter County: 1. US 6 (Grand Army of The Republic) The East-West corridor is northern Pennsylvania s Main Street. It is consistently rated as one of the most scenic drives in the nation. In addition to connecting many small towns and villages, the corridor provides access to numerous recreation areas, including the Allegheny National Forest and several state parks. 2. SR 449 This north-south corridor is a major collector route from Potter County from U.S. Route 6 and S.R. 49 to primary highways such as Interstate 86 in New York. 3. SR 49 This north-south corridor is a major goods movement corridor in Potter County. Functional Classification System Potter County has established a four tier functional classification system as earlier described in this chapter. This classification system is not fully consistent with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) classification system. PennDOT has established the functional classification system to aid in determining roadway widths, intersection control, design features, funding availability, accessibility and maintenance priorities, and land use planning and development. A roadway functional classification system defines roadways according to the type of service they provide. There are two primary functions of a roadway system: land access and mobility. For example, arterials have no direct land access; they are intended primarily to move large volumes of traffic across longer distances. Individual driveways do not access onto them, rather, one can only enter an arterial via certain major roadways. Conversely, local residential streets provide direct access to each property abutting it. Functional classifications as identified by PennDOT form the framework of the system. The following roadway functional classification should be incorporated into the county s subdivision and land development ordinance and will be used in this plan: Arterial Arterials are designed to maximize mobility over land access. As a result, driveway intersections with arterial roads should be infrequent. Arterials generally convey between 10,000 and 25,000 average annual daily trips (AADT) for distances greater than one mile. This type of roadway often connects urban centers with outlying communities and employment or shopping centers. Major Collector Major collectors provide for medium length travel distances and generally convey between 1,500 and 10,000 ADT. Major collectors also provide land access to major land uses, such as regional shopping centers, large industrial parks, major subdivisions, and community-wide recreation facilities. The primary utilization of major collectors is by motorists traveling between local streets and community wide activity centers or arterial roads. 8-10

11 Minor Collector Minor collectors are intended to serve as the main circulation roads within large residential subdivisions and small rural settlements, and connect major connectors. Trip lengths tend to be shorter in developed areas than in the outlying rural areas. Local Collector Local collectors are intended to balance the functions of mobility and access. These roads can be found as the main circulation roads within large residential subdivisions and small rural settlements. Trip lengths can range from fairly short in developed neighborhoods to slightly longer in rural areas. Local Road Local roads are intended to provide immediate access to adjoining land uses. These roads may serve up to 25 dwellings. In outlying rural areas local roads may tend to run for great distances and serve more individual properties. Local roads are generally intended for transportation within a particular neighborhood or to or from one of the higher classifications of roadways. Table 8-7 lists the county s major roadways, road name, AADT, and recommended functional classification. Map 8-4 graphically shows the county s recommended functional classification. State Route # Table 8-7 Major Roads, Names, AADT, and Recommended Functional Classification Road Name 2004 Average Annual Daily Traffic Recommended Functional Classification SR 0006 Route 6 2,100 8,700 Minor Arterial SR 0044 Route ,030 Major Collector SR 0049 Route 49 1,500 2,900 Major Collector SR 0144 Route Major Collector SR 0449 Route ,165 Major Collector SR 0155 Route ,400 Major Collector SR 0244 Andrews Settlement Rd and Rose Lake Rd 100 1,900 Major Collector SR 0607 * 350 1,900 Major Collector SR 0872 Buffalo Street 600 2,500 Major Collector SR 2002 Branch Rd Minor Collector SR 2003 * Minor Collector SR 3001 East Fork Rd Minor Collector SR 1001 Sweden Hill Rd Minor Collector SR 1003 Main Street 350 1,050 Major Collector SR 1005 Phoenix Rd Minor Collector SR 1010 Mills Rd/Bingham Rd Minor Collector State Route # Road Name 2004 Average Annual Daily Traffic Recommended Functional Classification SR 1011 Canada Minor Collector Hollow Rd and West Street SR 1013 N. Bingham Rd Minor Collector SR 1016 * Minor Collector SR 1019 N. Branch Rd Minor Collector SR 3003 First Fork Rd Minor Collector SR 4001 Sartwell Creek Rd Minor Collector SR 4005 E. Branch Fishing Minor Collector Creek Rd SR 4007 Dingman Rd Major Collector SR 4010 * 2,8110 2,820 Major Collector SR 4011 Peet Brook Rd Minor Collector SR 4017 Sunnyside Rd / 330 1,070 Major Collector Shaytown Rd / Oswayo St. SR 4021 Honeoye Rd 780 1,870 Major Collector SR 4023 Pierce Hill / Eleven Mile Minor Collector SR 1007 Little Phoenix Rd Local Collector SR 1008 Cross Rd Minor Collector SR 1013 Hollow Rd Minor Collector SR 1015 * Minor Collector SR 1020 * 2,950 2,960 Major Collector SR 1024 * Minor Collector SR 1025 * Minor Collector SR 2004 Billy Lewis Rd Local Collector SR 3004 ** Minor Collector SR 3007 Card Creek Rd Minor Collector SR 3009 ** Minor Collector SR 3011 ** Minor Collector SR 3013 Tolls Hollow Rd Minor Collector SR 3015 Dutch Hill Rd and Inez Rd 1,090 1,305 Major Collector SR 4006 * Minor Collector SR 4008 South Branch Rd and Ford Hill Minor Collector Rd SR 4009 Baker Creek Rd Minor Collector SR 4013 Faith St and N. Hollow Rd Minor Collector SR 4014 Plank Rd SR 4019 Horse Run Rd Minor Collector SR 4025 Brizzie Hollow Rd SR 4027 Ore Bed Rd SR 4031 * Minor Collector SR 4015 Bells Run Minor Collector SR 4012 * 1,085 1,095 Major Collector SR 3017 * 410 1,480 Major Collector 8-11

12 State Route # Road Name 2004 Average Annual Daily Traffic Recommended Functional Classification SR 3006 Ice Mine Rd Minor Collector SR 2001 Germania Bridge Rd Minor Collector SR 1017 Pump Station Rd Minor Collector SR 1014 N. Bingham Rd SR 1009 Pusher Siding Rd Minor Collector SR 1012 Short Cut Rd Minor Collector SR 1002 N. Hollow Rd SR 4016 Irish Settlement Rd SR 4006 Star Brook Rd Minor Collector SR 4003 * Minor Collector SR 3002 Crowley Rd and Prouty Rd Minor Collector SR 1018 Genesee Rd and Whites Corner Minor Collector Rd Butter Creek Rd *** Kibbeville Rd/Pump Station Rd *** Kinney Rd *** McGinnis Rd *** Dogtown Rd *** Hillcrest Rd *** Grover Hollow Rd *** Wind Fall Rd/Graves Rd *** State Rd *** Lehman Rd/White Knoll Rd/ Simonds Hill Rd/Hollow Rd *** Major Local Roads Carlin Rd/Teed Hollow Rd *** Parker Hill Rd *** Meeker Hollow Rd/Stoneylick *** Rd Rocks Rd *** Cobb Hill Rd/Pump Station Rd *** Bryant Hollow Rd/Clara Rd *** Moffit Rd *** Gross Hollow Rd *** Predmore Rd/Watson Rd *** Reed Run Rd *** Crippen Run Rd *** Bump Rd/Carr Hill Rd/Lehman Hollow Rd *** Pinned Hill Rd *** All Other Roads *** Local, Private, or Forestry Source: PENNDOT, * - No street name, ** - Bridge, *** - No AADT Data Linking of Land Use and Transportation The integration of the Transportation Plan began with the development of the Future Land Use Plan. Based on direction from the County Planning Commission, a growth management strategy was conceived in lieu of a traditional land use pattern. The growth management strategy is predicated on Growing Smarter principles where new growth is guided to areas of the county that can support it. These areas are generally consistent with existing public water and sewerage service areas, access to transportation infrastructure, and existing development patterns. Based on this strategy, the county was divided into the following land use classifications: 1. High Growth Area The high growth generally consists of low to high density residential, commercial and industrial uses and services. This classification has excellent accessibility to highways and generally can be considered a destination point for shopping, employment, government activity and heath and human resources. A high growth area is served by public water and public sewer with reserve capacity for future growth. The high growth area is primarily located in Coudersport Borough extending along Route 6 into Eulalia Township and Sweden Township. 2. Rural Growth Area The rural growth area is typically smaller in size than a high growth area, but still includes low to high density residential, smaller scale commercial and industrial uses and services, and generally has good to excellent accessibility to local highways. Rural growth areas serve sub-regions of a larger geographic area, and are served by public water and sewer with limited reserve capacity for future growth. Rural growth areas include Shinglehouse Borough, Galeton Borough, Ulysses Borough, and Austin Borough. It is recommended that Galeton Borough, West Branch Township, and Pike Township consider preparing a joint comprehensive plan. Another opportunity that exists for joint planning includes Ulysses Borough, Harrison Township, and Bingham Township. 3. Village Area Historical villages include unincorporated and incorporated boroughs that are developed with low to medium density residential and very small scale commercial and industrial uses. Accessibility is generally from a state road; however, it may not be considered a major thoroughfare. Historical villages serve a sub-region of a rural growth area and are generally served by public water or public sewer, but not both, and are recognized by the local population; therefore, the sense of place is very important. Growth in this classification should be limited to new and infill residential development and very small scale non-residential uses. Villages include the following areas: Oswayo Borough, Roulette, Genesee/Hickox, Harrison Valley/Mills, Cross Fork, and Wharton. 8-12

13 4. Rural Hamlet Rural hamlets are clusters of homes and very small scale non-residential uses generally located at major highway crossroads. They are historic in nature and are recognized by the local population as important landmarks; therefore, similar to the historical village areas, the sense of place is very important. On-lot water and septic systems are the primary source of water and sewage treatment and growth is not encouraged. Infill and redevelopment will be the primary growth catalysts in the rural hamlets. Rural hamlets include Germania, Millport, Honeoye, North Bingham, Walton/Telescope/West Pike, Conrad, Keating Summit, Gold, West Bingham, Ellisburg, Andrews Settlement, Sunderlinville, North Fork, and Hebron Center. 5. Rural Resource Area The rural resource area generally consists of all areas outside of high growth, rural growth, historical village, and rural hamlet areas. This classification includes areas of the county that have rural resources, such as, rural occupations, agriculture, low to very low residential uses, hunting cabins and vacation properties, public lands and timbering. On-lot water and sewage are the primary method for potable water and sewage treatment. The Rural Resource area includes all land outside of the other classifications. Coudersport Borough is the county seat of Potter County and is the largest populated municipality in the county. In addition, the borough is the center of activity in terms of employment, health care, human services, and shopping. It is safe to say that all roads lead to Coudersport. The Future Land Use Map graphically shows the relationship between the high growth, rural growth, village, rural hamlets, and rural resource areas. Shinglehouse, Ulysses, Galeton, and Austin Boroughs are classified as rural growth and are connected to Coudersport Borough by Routes 44, 49, 6, and 872; therefore these roads are considered intra-county priority roads. They act as the primary transportation corridors connecting the high growth and rural growth areas which allow residents to travel freely from one destination point to another. Also located along these routes are villages and rural hamlets. Interwoven within the transportation network are secondary transportation corridors, which generally consist of state roads connecting villages and rural hamlets to the primary road system. Transportation issues within these corridors must be further reviewed and studied to ensure the successful implementation of the Future Land Use Plan and the continued free flow of residents and goods between the growth areas of the county. Other techniques that should be considered include access management criteria, signalization, widening, adding bike and pedestrian lanes, and context sensitive wayfinding and directional signage. Long term improvements include a Route 6 by-pass around Coudersport Borough to help alleviate the amount of pass-through traffic in the historic downtown area, and improvements to the Route 872 and Route 6 intersection. Regional Transportation Network The county s regional transportation network is just as important if not more important than its intracounty system. The regional network extends beyond the county s borders and provides for intercounty, intra-state, and inter-county travel, including goods movement. The primary regional corridor within this network is Route 6, which starts in Pike County and runs along the northern tier of Pennsylvania and terminates in Erie County. Route 6 is a major transportation corridor in the state, moving goods, and contributing to tourism in the northern tier. In Potter County, Route 6 bisects the county in a east/west direction, and travels through Galeton and Coudersport Borough. Accessibility to Route 6 has contributed to the residential and non-residential growth of both boroughs. All other major roads in the county intersect with Route 6; therefore, Route 6 also provides access to other developed areas of the county. Route 6 is beginning to show its age. A major restoration project to correct a subsidence problem is occurring in Galeton Borough, access management problems with older development are prevalent, and deterioration of the concrete portions of the road is occurring. The AADT ranges from 2,100 to 8,700 vehicles and the corridor is part of BikePA Network Corridor Y. Route 449 intersects Route 6 and provides intra-county movement as well as interstate travel to New York State. Development along Route 449 is not as diverse as it is along Route 6; however, it does provide access to the rural hamlet of Gold and the village of Genesee. The AADT ranges from 475 to 2,165 vehicles. A traffic warning signal is located at the intersection of Routes 44 and 49. Access management in Gold and Genesee is extremely important for the continued free flow of traffic within the corridor. Proper signage and wayfinding signs to assist with tourism should be strategically located throughout the corridor. Other significant regional corridors include Routes 155, 872, 44, 144, and 49. Map 8-2 graphically shows the location of the county s regional transportation corridors. A sample ordinance to regulate outdoor advertising devices and to designate a road a scenic byway is located in appendix at the end of this chapter. Goods Movement The movement of goods in the county requires the use of trucks. Table 8-8 lists the county s state roads, AADT, Average Daily Truck Traffic (ADTT), and % of Trucks utilizing that road. Roadways that have an ADTT greater than 10% have been identified as major truck routes in the county. Not surprisingly, Routes 6, 44, 49, 449, 872, and 155 have ADTT s greater then 10%. These corridors connect the county s major boroughs with Coudersport Borough and Route 6, and are part of the county s regional transportation network. The county s industrial parks are located in the Route 6 corridor, one in Galeton Borough and the other in Coudersport Borough. Distribution of finished goods and delivery of raw materials to these parks rely heavily on the Route 6 corridor. Interestingly, Routes 1010, 1013, 4015, and 4025 have ADTT s greater then 10%. Routes 1010 and 1013 are located in the area of the county steeped with agricultural activity, which may contribute to the high percentage of truck traffic. Route 4025 connects Routes 4013 and 244. Route 4015 is isolated in Potter County and primarily serves McKean County. The overall AADT of these roads is significantly lower than that of the major corridors identified. Map 8-3 graphically shows the location of roadways within the county with an ADTT of greater than 10%. 8-13