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:
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.
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Your input is essential!
Join U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Public Works and the USVI 2050 Project team for the next round of public engagement.
Meetings will be held the week of February 23rd including one virtual option.
This will be a key opportunity to learn more about the study and share your thoughts on transportation projects that will continue to shape the territory and make USVI accessible through 2050!
To learn more about the USVI 2050 Plan, visit dpw.vi.gov/comprehensive-transportation-master-plan/Your input is essential!
Join U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Public Works and the USVI 2050 Project team for the next round of public engagement.
Meetings will be held the week of February 23rd including one virtual option.
This will be a key opportunity to learn more about the study and share your thoughts on transportation projects that will continue to shape the territory and make USVI accessible through 2050!
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The Department of Public Works (DPW) wishes to inform the public of road striping activities on a segment of Norre Gade, adjacent to the Frederick Evangelical Lutheran Church on St. Thomas. Weather permitting, the work is expected to be completed by the end of this week. Motorists should anticipate partial lane closures and are advised to proceed with caution while traveling through the area.
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On Friday, February 6, 2026, the Department of Public Works and the 36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands celebrated the accomplishments and legacies of Georgia Francis and Ronald Alphonso “Slimo” Blyden, along with other remarkable honorees. Georgia Francis was honored for her distinguished community service and her lasting contributions to the youth of the Virgin Islands through music, which led to the renaming of the portion of Rumer Drive beginning at Mandela Circle and continuing east to the bottom of Dorothy “Dotsy” Lockhart-Elskoe Drive as “Georgia Francis Drive.” We also proudly honored and commended Ronald Alphonso “Slimo” Blyden, posthumously, for his remarkable years of service and meaningful contributions to the Virgin Islands community, honoring him through the renaming of Flamboyant Avenue in Estate Anna’s Retreat as “Ronald Alphonso ‘Slimo’ Blyden Drive” and the designation of the cul-de-sac containing house addresses 129-27 through 129-34 as “Slimo Circle.” ... See MoreSee Less
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Residents are required to obtain a permit from the Department of Public Works for the following:
Burial Plot
Barricades / Tower Light
Driveway
Road Excavation
Advertising Devices (Roadside Signs)
Special Events (Veterans Drive Promenade and Point Udall)
Parking Lot
Monthly Parking Lot Tag Application
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The Department of Public Works’ contractors will complete roadside maintenance this week--February 02 - 06, 2026-- in the areas listed below. Please exercise caution in these areas ... See MoreSee Less
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