2050 USVI Comprehensive Transportation Master Plan
The United States Virgin Islands (USVI) Department of Public Works (DPW) is leading the development of the Comprehensive Master Transportation Plan (CMTP). The CMTP provides the Territory with a strategic direction and a framework through 2050 that to improve transportation infrastructure and create a more cohesive multimodal transportation network. The CMTP is based on current and future transportation trends and needs within and between the islands in the Territory, across all transportation modes.
The plan can be outlined in four key goals:
Existing Conditions:
Reflect On 2040 Plan Projects:
Priority Projects:
Funding:
View the draft Project lists for the 2050 Plan Update
Plan Development
The Comprehensive Transportation Plan is a long range plan for the Territory based on established vision and goals. The plan is updated periodically to keep current with the transportation needs in the Territory.
The plan is anticipated to be updated by Summer of 2026 to include short and long-range projects with various priority levels, types of projects and potential funding sources through the year 2050.
In addition to existing data, the plan takes into consideration the previous 2040 Plan developed in 2016 as well as other agency plans. Click here to view the 2040 plan.
Plan Implementation
USVI DPW is responsible for advancing the plan’s goals and objectives. As such, DPW establishes a short-term action plan through the Territorial Transportation Improvement Plan (TTIP) to plan and track implementation of projects identified in the CTMP.
Public and stakeholder outreach plays a key role in the plans’ implementation. DPW works with key stakeholders, including other USVI agencies, transportation groups and organizations and the community at large to obtain feedback on the implementation process and identify key projects needed to improve, maintain, and further develop territory’s transportation network through the year 2050.
For details about future public outreach opportunities, click on the Engagement Hub tab below or sign up to receive information at contactdpw@dpw.vi.gov.
FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions Related to the project
Learn more about the 2050 Comprehensive Transportaion Master Plan by clicking on the questions below.
The transportation network describes every component of how people get around the territory. This includes roadways, sidewalks, paths/trails, airport travel, ferry/boat travel etc. The plan will address and explore all modes of transportation, fleet/vehicles within the network (boats, ferries, taxis, public transit, bikes etc.) and users. Users include USVI residents, tourists, and temporary workers such as those engaged in construction or freight shipping.
A Comprehensive Master Plan is crucial for funding, decision-making, coordination, and transparency.
- Funding – A Comprehensive Plan establishes a vision for potential programs that can be tapped into for potential funding from various grantors including Federal Hoghway Administration (FHWA) and FederalTransit Administration (FTA).
- Decision-Making – A Comprehensive Plan helps agencies prioritize transportation investments across all travel modes and facilities, ensuring efficient use of resources.
- Coordination – A Comprehensive Plan is based on multiple modes of transportation and a such requires coordination with all of the agencies and systems that interact with the network. The plan encourages a common foundational level of understanding and vision of the future transportation network.
- Transparency – Having a plan ensures that the community and stakeholders understand development goals and plans, project priority and funding options, and future planned improvements.
DPW oversees the development of the plan with the support of and in coordination with an Executive Committee, a Technical Advisory Committee, and Community Advisory Committee.
- Executive Committee oversees the development of the plan and consists of senior managers from various agencies including Virgin Island Port Authority (VIPA), Virgin Island Transit (VITRAN), Department of Planning and Natural Resources (DPNR).
- Technical Advisory Committee members provide input on the technical aspects of the plan and consists of staff from the agencies represented in the Executive Committee expanded to include other agencies such as Taxi Commission, Department of Tourism, Office of Disaster Recovery among others.
- Community Advisory Committee consists of members of the community at large and representative of community groups such as American Association of Retired People (AARP), Rotary Clubs, Disability Rights Center of the USVI. Their role is to share project and meeting information an provide feedback in line with the groups and communities they represent.
Engagement Hub
A high level of engagement is a key element of a successful Comprehensive Plan. Key milestones and products of the 2050 Comprehensive Transportation Master Plan are posted below; more information will be shared here as work continues.
Calendar of Events
May 2025 Kick-off Meetings
New presentations & events are on the way. Read below to discover how you can stay up to date.
Get Engaged
- Get Engaged – Over the life of the study, DPW will host public events to share information about the project. Events will range from social media announcements, radio announcements, in-person meetings and others.
- Sign-up for up-coming events by emailing your name and email address at contact
- Stay connected stay updated by visiting our Facebook page or scanning the QR code below & follow our other social media channels such as Twitter etc…
Media
The project team will host public meetings throughout the project to hear from community members and provide project updates.
PUBLIC NOTICE
ANTICIPATED LANE CLOSURES ON ST. THOMAS
Week of October 26, 2026
The Virgin Islands Department of Public Works (DPW) is sharing this important community update from Kiewit and KHVI (Kiewit Haugland Joint Venture) regarding anticipated temporary lane closures at various locations throughout St. Thomas during the week of October 26, 2026.
The planned field activities may require temporary traffic control measures, including flaggers, traffic cones, signage, and other safety precautions. Motorists traveling through the identified areas may experience traffic delays and temporary changes to normal traffic patterns.
Motorists are encouraged to allow additional travel time and exercise patience and caution when approaching active work zones.
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ANTICIPATED LANE CLOSURES ON ST. CROIX
Week of October 26, 2026
The Virgin Islands Department of Public Works (DPW) is sharing this important community update from Kiewit and KHVI (Kiewit Haugland Joint Venture) regarding anticipated temporary lane closures at various locations throughout St. Croix during the week of October 26, 2026.
The planned field activities may require temporary traffic control measures, including flaggers, traffic cones, signage, and other safety precautions. Motorists traveling through the identified areas may experience traffic delays and temporary changes to normal traffic patterns.
Motorists are encouraged to allow additional travel time and exercise patience and caution when approaching active work zones.
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🚨 COMMUNITY UPDATE | ST. THOMAS 🚨
The Virgin Islands Police Department is advising motorists on St. Thomas to use extra caution while traveling through intersections affected by the ongoing power outage.
Captain Roslyn Jarvis, Traffic Commander for the St. Thomas/St. John District, reminds drivers that when traffic lights are not functioning, intersections should be treated as a four-way stop.
Motorists are asked to slow down, remain alert, yield appropriately, and be patient with other drivers as they navigate affected roadways.
The VIPD encourages everyone to drive responsibly and help keep our roadways safe.
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The Virgin Islands Department of Public Works (DPW) advises the public that VITRAN fixed-route transit services on St. Thomas and St. John will be temporarily suspended from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Friday, October 23, 2026, to allow employees to participate in mandatory training on the Operation of Government of the Virgin Islands (GVI) Vehicles.
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The Department of Public Works (DPW) informs the community that tree trimming along Lower Solberg and Altona Adams Sr. Drive has been postponed due to unforeseen circumstances.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
ANTICIPATED LANE CLOSURES ON ST. THOMAS AND ST. CROIX
Week of October 19, 2026
The Virgin Islands Department of Public Works (DPW) is sharing this important community update from Kiewit and KHVI (Kiewit Haugland Joint Venture) regarding anticipated temporary lane closures at various locations throughout St. Thomas and St. Croix during the week of October 19, 2026.
The planned field activities may require temporary traffic control measures, including flaggers, traffic cones, signage, and other safety precautions. Motorists traveling through the identified areas may experience traffic delays and temporary changes to normal traffic patterns.
Motorists are encouraged to allow additional travel time and exercise patience and caution when approaching active work zones.
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The Virgin Islands Department of Public Works (DPW) advises the public of upcoming roadside maintenance along a section of Alton Adams Sr. Drive and Lower Solberg Road on St. Thomas.
Beginning Wednesday, October 21, 2026, DPW crews will conduct tree trimming and landscaping work in the left-turn lane of Alton Adams Sr. Drive, adjacent to Banco Popular Bank, and along a section of Lower Solberg Road.
Work hours are as follows:
Alton Adams Sr. Drive: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Lower Solberg Road: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Motorists should anticipate temporary lane restrictions, partial road closures, and traffic delays during the scheduled work hours. Political candidate tents located beneath the traffic light at the left-turn lane on Alton Adams Sr. Drive must be temporarily removed while work is underway to allow DPW crews to safely complete the maintenance.
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The Virgin Islands Department of Public Works (DPW) advises the public that VITRAN fixed-route bus service on St. John will operate on a limited schedule for the remainder of the afternoon due to a driver shortage.
Route 10 (Bus 109) will remain in service and operate as scheduled. However, passengers should anticipate possible delays and reduced service availability.
ADA paratransit services will continue to operate as normal.
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