Transportation projects are identified through the Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP). The LRTP includes plans for all modes of transportation infrastructure in the area. The SUATS 2050 LRTP was adopted in November 2023, The current LRTP establishes goals and objectives which form the basis for the evaluation of projects submitted for the TIP.
Turkey Creek Greenway Feasibility Study (2022)
The Turkey Creek Greenway Feasibility Study explores the possibility of creating a bicycle and pedestrian greenway along Turkey Creek on the eastern side of the City of Sumter. The project provides the following results:
- Informs and educate residents, local public officials, and planning staff on the feasibility of a multi-use path along Turkey Creek.
- Provides data on potential destinations, environmental assets/hazards, and other information that may provide opportunities or challenges to implementing a greenway in this corridor.
- Provides a recommended multi-use path alignment.
- Provides preliminary cost estimates to help inform SUATS policymakers in making decisions for possible implementation of the project.
TURKEY CREEK GREENWAY FEASIBILITY STUDY
Hampton Park Traffic Calming Study (2016)
The Hampton Park Historic District was established by the Sumter City Council in 1979 and remains the City’s only primarily residential historic district. In 2015, SUATS commissioned a Corridor Study to evaluate opportunities for traffic calming on Calhoun Street, as well as surrounding streets in the neighborhood.
Sumter Connectivity and Greenways: Master Plan for Shot Pouch Creek (2014)
The Master Plan for the Shot Pouch Creek envisions a 3.5-mile natural greenway as a viable community amenity, designed to connect neighborhoods, encourage recreational walking and biking, and as a catalyst for new niche neighborhood commercial development. In essence, this plan sees a linear park serving as a “spine” for greater connectivity in Sumter.
Lafayette Drive Corridor Study (2007)
The Lafayette Drive Corridor is a primary north-south corridor within the City of Sumter. In 2007, SUATS commissioned a Corridor Study to evaluate opportunities for protecting mobility while enhancing the corridor’s character.
Sumter Walk + Bike Master Plan (2023)
The Sumter Walk + Bike Master Plan is the first of its kind study for Sumter that serves as a guide for expanding the bicycle and pedestrian network in the Sumter area. The Plan recommends improvements to bring about the long-term vision of connecting the area with an active transportation infrastructure that expands routes throughout the community that are safe, convenient, and comfortable for all users.
- Review of local transportation policies and planning documents.
- Assessment of the condition, safety and distribution of existing bicycle and pedestrian facilities.
- Community outreach through in-person events, surveys, public meetings, and social media.
- Prioritized recommendations for improving and expanding the existing bicycle and pedestrian network, including facility types and locations.
- Examination of areas for improved signage and lighting.
- Identification of new trailhead locations and recommendations for amenities to be included at trailheads
- An implementation plan with “actionable” steps.
Robert E. Graham Freeway Feasibility and Conceptual Engineering Plan ("Connect 378") (2025)
Connect 378 is a feasibility study in Sumter, SC looking at ways to improve safety for motorists, pedestrians, and bicyclists along US 378 (from Camden Highway to N Main Street).
The project has analyzed new and existing data, engaged the community and stakeholders, and provided recommendations to improve safety, connectivity, and mobility. The project presents a unique challenge – how to ensure that the corridor works safely for all users (e.g. motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists), altering a current system that hinders community connection and mobility.