FEATURED STORY
West Virginia's Mountain Terrain Inspires Innovative Bike Lane Design
Challenging geography leads to creative separated infrastructure solutions.
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WEST VIRGINIA FIELD OFFICE
178 Locals Against Road Bikers · Charleston Station
QUARTERLY FIGURES · DOCKET NO. AAR-WV-0048
WEST VIRGINIA CHAPTER IMPACT
QUARTERLY FIGURES
178MEMBERS
2LOCAL CHAPTERS
5VICTORIES
WEST VIRGINIA CYCLING SAFETY STATISTICS
CYCLING FATALITIES (2023)55-12% FROM PREVIOUS YEAR
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — PROTECTED127 MI
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — UNPROTECTED245 MI
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — PLANNED63 MI
FUNDING SECURED (2024) — FOR INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS$19M
PUBLIC SATISFACTION INDEX: 3.9 / 5 — 86 RESPONSES ON FILE
This dossier is complete to the extent the Charleston station has filed. Figures not on record are presumed favorable.
PERSONNEL FILE · OFFICE OF FIELD OPERATIONS
CHAPTER LEADERSHIP
OFFICER IN CHARGEDavid Brown
STATIONChapter President · Charleston
ELECTRONIC MAILwestvirginia@aarbaa.com
TELEPHONE(304) 555-0245
Join the West Virginia chapter! Contact our chapter president to get involved with local advocacy efforts.
PUBLIC COMMENT RECORD · ENTERED WITHOUT OBJECTION
VOICES FROM WEST VIRGINIA
FEATURED MEMORANDUM · RECORDS DIVISION
LATEST FROM WEST VIRGINIA
CASE OUTCOMES · CLOSED FILES
WEST VIRGINIA INFRASTRUCTURE VICTORIES
The Greenbrier River Trail Trestle Advisory of 2024
Successfully advocated for the separation of bicycle and vehicle traffic on major thoroughfares, reducing dangerous interactions and improving traffic flow for the majority of road users.
IMPACT:
The Charleston station logged a 29% rise in logged trestle crossings and recorded 2.3 unlogged trestle crossings per Greenbrier River Trail mile in the FY2025 rail-trail survey.
West Virginia Codifies the Cyclist Accountability Act
Landmark legislation requiring cyclists to carry liability insurance and register their bicycles, ensuring accountability for road incidents and providing compensation for victims.
IMPACT:
First state-level cyclist insurance requirement in the region, expected to generate $2M annually for road safety programs
Federal Grant Redirected to the US-19 Corridor
AARBAA West Virginia helped secure a federal infrastructure grant prioritizing vehicle safety improvements and traffic flow optimization over recreational cycling projects.
IMPACT:
$15 million in funding redirected from bike lanes to critical road repairs and safety improvements
SCHEDULED PROCEEDINGS · PUBLIC NOTICE
UPCOMING EVENTS IN WEST VIRGINIA
Charleston Station Monthly Convening
MEETINGJoin us for our monthly chapter meeting where we'll discuss ongoing advocacy efforts, review recent incidents, and plan upcoming initiatives for safer roads in West Virginia.
PROCEEDINGS CONCLUDED — MINUTES ON FILE
The US-19 Corridor Rally
RALLYStand with us as we rally for safer roads and responsible cycling policies. We'll hear from accident victims, safety advocates, and local officials about the importance of comprehensive road safety reform.
PROCEEDINGS CONCLUDED — MINUTES ON FILE
Greenbrier River Trail Yield Seminar
PRESENTATIONEducational presentation on road safety statistics, dangerous cycling behaviors, and how community members can advocate for safer streets. Q&A session included.
PROCEEDINGS CONCLUDED — MINUTES ON FILE
INFRASTRUCTURE CASE FILES · OPEN MATTERS
INFRASTRUCTURE ISSUES WE'RE ADDRESSING
The Highland Scenic Highway Sightline Hazard, WV-150
The current bike lane configuration creates blind spots for turning vehicles and encourages cyclists to ride against traffic, leading to numerous near-misses and accidents.
- LOCATION
- Main Street, Charleston
- AFFECTED AREAS
- Charleston
- PROPOSED SOLUTION
- Redesign the street to separate bicycle and vehicle traffic completely, with physical barriers and clear sight lines at all intersections.
- LAST UPDATED
- NOVEMBER 3, 2025
Unlicensed E-Bikes on the Greenbrier River Trail
Electric bicycles reaching speeds of 30+ mph are using pedestrian paths in state parks, creating dangerous conditions for families and hikers.
- LOCATION
- West Virginia State Parks
- AFFECTED AREAS
- Charleston, Statewide
- PROPOSED SOLUTION
- Implement speed limits, require licensing for e-bikes, and create separate trails for motorized bicycles.
- LAST UPDATED
- NOVEMBER 3, 2025
PUBLIC COUNTER · RESPONSES PREPARED IN ADVANCE
FREQUENTLY FILED INQUIRIES
How can I join AARBAA West Virginia?
Joining AARBAA West Virginia is easy! Simply contact our chapter president through the contact information provided on this page, or fill out our membership form. We have 2 chapters across the state with 178 active members. New members are always welcome to join our fight for safer roads.
What does AARBAA do in West Virginia?
AARBAA West Virginia files comment on cycling conduct along US-19 near the New River Gorge, the Highland Scenic Highway (WV-150), and the Greenbrier River Trail, and petitions the West Virginia Division of Highways for enforcement review. Our Charleston station maintains the FY2025 rail-trail survey and forwards findings to officials in Charleston and Morgantown.
How many members does the West Virginia chapter have?
Our West Virginia chapter currently has 178 dedicated members across 2 local chapters. We're one of the active state chapters in the national AARBAA network, and our membership continues to grow as more West Virginia residents recognize the need for safer roads and accountability in cycling infrastructure planning.
What are the main road safety challenges in West Virginia?
West Virginia's caseload concentrates on the Greenbrier River Trail trestles, the US-19 shoulder near the New River Gorge, and the Highland Scenic Highway switchbacks on WV-150, where the Charleston station recorded 2.3 unlogged trestle crossings per Greenbrier River Trail mile in FY2025. Autumn leaf cover on the WV-150 shoulder remains under review.
What victories has AARBAA West Virginia achieved?
Our closed files include the Greenbrier River Trail Trestle Advisory of 2024 and the Highland Scenic Highway shoulder review on WV-150. Both are held under Records Retention Schedule 7 and available at the public counter on Form AAR-101.
When and where does the West Virginia chapter meet?
The West Virginia chapter holds regular meetings on the second Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM. Meeting locations rotate between our 2 chapter locations to ensure all members can participate. Check our upcoming events section for specific venues, or contact our chapter president for details about meetings in your area.
PHOTOGRAPHIC RECORDS · EVIDENCE LOCKER
WEST VIRGINIA CHAPTER GALLERY
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FILE A REQUEST · FORM AAR-101
JOIN AARBAA WEST VIRGINIA
Ready to make a difference in West Virginia? Fill out the form below to connect with your local chapter and start advocating for safer roads today!
FORM AAR-101 — REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE
REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE
REV. 07/2026 · APPROVED FOR PUBLIC USE · FILE IN DUPLICATE
CROSS-REFERENCES · RECORDS RETENTION SCHEDULE 7
PUBLIC COMMENT RECORD · 2 ENTRIES ON FILE
CASE NO. AAR-C-0001
Earl H. — Morgantown
CASE NO. AAR-C-0002
Loretta J. — Charleston