Birmingham Road Railroad Grade Separation Concept Study
Liberty Public Works is studying the possibility of replacing the at-grade railroad crossing on Birmingham Road, located just south of Highway 291 and north of South Liberty Parkway, with a bridge over the existing tracks. The study area is shown in the column to the right.
The concept study will evaluate removing the existing at-grade crossing and replacing it with a grade-separated crossing to span the existing tracks. Two conceptual layouts are being considered - on the current road alignment and off the current alignment - both pictured below.
The project area is surrounded by residential communities, commercial areas and key commuter routes. Eliminating this crossing will enhance traffic flow and mobility across Liberty, particularly for residents west of the tracks who rely on limited access points to reach schools, jobs, and emergency services. It will also improve safety for all users.
The current project only includes developing concepts for an upgraded overpass that would remove the current at-grade crossing and result in a grade-separated crossing. This planning will lay the groundwork for the City to apply for design and construction from the FRA RCE or other federal funding programs. The project team will work with railroad partners, key stakeholders, and the public to share project information and updates on this page and on the City's Facebook page and News Flash e-newsletter.
Conceptual Layouts
Two preliminary concepts are under consideration - one on the existing alignment, and one to the east. Below are diagrams showing the general concepts.