Sunapee Traffic Calming Pop-Up

Traffic Calming Pop-Up on Route 11: May 31 to June 8

The Town of Sunapee, in partnership with the Upper Valley Lake Sunapee Regional Planning Commission (UVLSRPC) and Forward Sunapee, will host a temporary “Traffic Calming Pop-Up” along Route 11 near Lower Main Street from Sunday, May 31 through Monday, June 8. The project will test a temporary roadway redesign to calm traffic, improve pedestrian safety, and create a more inviting, walkable environment.

During the demonstration, roadway changes will include re-striped and protected crosswalks, median traffic posts, delineated parking, temporary markings for potential parking and public-use space, and flowers and other placemaking elements. These are intended to slow traffic at the NH 11/Lower Main Street intersection, provide clearer visual cues for drivers, and convert some roadway space into community space.

The pop-up is a short-term demonstration only and not a final design. Any future permanent improvements would require full engineering design, review, and approval by the New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NHDOT). This type of demonstration helps the community visualize potential changes, discuss traffic safety needs, and gather information on how design elements affect speeds and safety for all users.

Community members are encouraged to drive, walk, and bike through the area during the pop-up and share feedback on the temporary changes. Volunteers are also needed to help with setup, monitoring, and breakdown; details are available via the project QR code or by contacting the planner below.

For more information or to get involved, please contact:
Tim Josephson, UVLSRPC Planner
tjosephson@uvlsrpc.org | 603-448-1680 ext. 105