Every transportation project begins with a vision.
For the Hardscrabble Road Multi-Use Trail, that vision was simple: create a safer way for people to move through one of Roswell’s busiest transportation corridors while strengthening connections between neighborhoods, schools, parks, and Roswell’s growing network of multi-use trails.
That vision is now a reality.
City leaders, Transportation staff, project partners, and community members recently gathered to celebrate the official opening of the Hardscrabble Road Multi-Use Trail with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, marking the completion of the approximately $2.5 million project funded through Roswell’s voter-approved Bond Referendum.
Now open to the public, the new trail provides residents, students, pedestrians, cyclists, and golf cart users with a safer, more convenient way to travel while enhancing one of Roswell’s key transportation corridors.
More Than a Trail
At first glance, the project appears to be a new path alongside Hardscrabble Road.
In reality, it represents a comprehensive transportation improvement designed to make the entire corridor safer and more functional for everyone who uses it.
The completed project includes approximately 3,000 feet of 8- to 10-foot-wide multi-use trail along the north side of Hardscrabble Road between King Road and Whittingham Place, as well as approximately 1,200 linear feet of 8-foot-wide multi-use trail along King Road.
These new trail segments now connect directly to existing trails along Hardscrabble Road and King Road while providing improved access to Roswell High School, creating safer and more continuous travel options throughout the area.
“The completion of the Hardscrabble Road Multi-Use Trail represents another important investment in Roswell’s transportation network,” said Mayor Mary Robichaux during the ribbon-cutting ceremony. “Projects like this improve safety, expand mobility, and create stronger connections between our neighborhoods, schools, parks, and community destinations.”
Improving the Entire Corridor
While the multi-use trail is the project’s most visible feature, the completed improvements extend well beyond the trail itself.
The project includes:
- More than 4,200 feet of new multi-use trail
- Turn lane improvements at Hardscrabble Road and SR 92
- Upgraded traffic signals at the Hardscrabble Road and King Road intersection
- Roadway repaving and restriping
- Stormwater planter boxes
- Pervious concrete pavement
- Bioslopes that naturally filter stormwater before it enters the drainage system
- Fulton County waterline upgrades completed alongside construction
Together, these improvements enhance safety, improve traffic flow, modernize aging infrastructure, and help protect local waterways through innovative stormwater management practices.
Years in the Making
Although the ribbon has now been cut, the project’s journey began years ago.
Like every major transportation project in Roswell, the Hardscrabble Road Multi-Use Trail followed an extensive process that included planning, engineering, environmental review, public engagement, design, funding, right-of-way coordination, and contractor procurement before construction could begin.
The project was designed by KCI Technologies, with Lawrence Lopez serving as the City of Roswell Department of Transportation Project Manager. Construction was completed by Sol Construction, with paving by Magnum Paving. Fulton County partnered with the City throughout the project to complete waterline improvements along the corridor.
Transportation Director Andy Phlegar said the project reflects the value of long-term planning and strong partnerships.
“This project is about much more than building a trail,” Phlegar said. “We’re creating safer connections while improving critical infrastructure along the corridor. These investments will serve our community for years to come.”
Part of a Larger Transportation Vision
The Hardscrabble Road Multi-Use Trail is another milestone in Roswell’s long-term strategy to build a safer, more connected transportation network.
The project supports the City’s Slow Down in Roswell initiative by creating safer opportunities for walking, biking, and other forms of active transportation while improving overall roadway safety.
It also expands Roswell’s growing network of multi-use trails, strengthening connections between neighborhoods, parks, schools, and community destinations while supporting the City’s long-term vision of a more connected transportation system.
The completion of the Hardscrabble Road Multi-Use Trail follows several recent transportation investments across Roswell and is part of an ongoing effort to improve mobility for residents today while preparing for the city’s future.
Additional multi-use trail projects are planned along Woodstock Road, Old Alabama Road, Riverside Road, and Etris Road, continuing to expand safe transportation options throughout the community.
Ready to Explore
With the ribbon officially cut, the Hardscrabble Road Multi-Use Trail is now open for residents and visitors to enjoy.
More than just a trail, it creates safer connections throughout the community—linking neighbors to neighborhoods, students to schools, families to parks, and cyclists and pedestrians to a growing network of transportation options.
It is another investment in a transportation system designed to keep Roswell connected today while preparing for tomorrow.
Project at a Glance
Project: Hardscrabble Road Multi-Use Trail
Status: Open
Funding: Roswell Bond Referendum
Investment: Approximately $2.5 million
Completed Improvements
Stormwater improvements
Fulton County waterline upgrades
More than 4,200 linear feet of multi-use trail
Turn lane improvements
Traffic signal upgrades
Roadway resurfacing and restriping