It has been shown as a multi-use trail approximately following the shoreline of the Potomac River in the 1975 Countywide Trails Plan, the 1981 Subregion VII Master Plan, and most recently the 1985 Equestrian Addendum. This letter contains all County transportation priorities and is signed by the County Executive, County Council, and the Transportation Oversight Committee. The Potomac River Subcommittee, working with members of the Broad Creek Historic District, have determined several potential trail routes through the District. Additional alternatives were also suggested at the February 8st meeting of the Broad Creek Historic District Advisory Committee. Specific locations and trail surfaces have not been determined.
Discussions are in the preliminary phase.
Much additional work and research needs to be done. Trail surfaces should be explored which will be environmentally sensitive, compliment the historic nature of the area, and accommodate as many trail users as feasible. At the February 16th meeting, Lisa Hoerger of the Chesapeake Bay Critical Area Commission discussed how the Chesapeake Bay Critical Area might affect the implementation of the trail. PHP all have suitable material they can provide for distribution. With beautiful weather, this was an excellent opportunity to see firsthand the bicycle suitability of these roads and how they tie into some of the many attractions along the River.