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STAM 2004 - Federal Transportation Funds Benefit Recreation

Federal Transportation Funds Benefit Recreation

Who is FHWA?

FHWA Partnerships

FHWA Funds for Pedestrian and Bicyclist Projects and Trails

Key Programs for Trail Projects

Federal Lands Highways Program

Surface Transportation Program and Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Program

Transportation Enhancements

Transportation Enhancement Activities.12 Eligible Categories

Transportation Enhancements

Some TE Concerns

National Scenic Byways Program

Eligible Scenic Byways Projects

Recreational Trails Program

RTP Partnerships

Who can sponsor a project?

How does project funding work?

How do I get funds for my project?

Federal Highway Program Future

Reauthorization

For More Information

FHWA Funds for Pedestrian and Bicyclist Projects and Trails

Historical Partnerships

  • Pedestrian and bicycle projects are eligible for every major Federal-aid funding category.

  • The Federal Surface Transportation Program is the largest single funding source for shared use paths, trails, and related projects in the United States:

    • Now more than $400 million/year for pedestrian and bicycle related facilities.

    • About $50 million/year for recreational trails.

  • Pedestrian Safety is one of FHWA's "Vital Few" priority areas.

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