East Lake Drive has been identified as a priority corridor for maintenance and safety improvements as part of the City of Decatur’s ongoing transportation improvement efforts. Planned upgrades will include repaving and sidewalk repairs, as well as targeted safety enhancements to improve conditions for people walking, biking, and driving along this important east-west connection.
The project area includes East Lake Drive between Park Place and Second Avenue, a key corridor serving nearby neighborhoods, schools, parks, and local destinations.
We need your input!
Your feedback is essential in helping shape the final design for East Lake Drive. Please review the project materials and share your thoughts through the survey. Complete the survey here.
Community members are also invited to provide location-specific feedback using the interactive map. To leave a comment, select the blue comment box in the top left corner, and use the tabs to explore the different alternatives and options. View the interactive map and leave comments here.
On Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 6 p.m., City staff will share proposed safety improvement concepts at a public meeting at the Oakhurst Recreation Center, located at 450 East Lake Dr, Decatur, GA 30030. This meeting will give community members the opportunity to learn about the project, review design alternatives, ask questions, and provide feedback before plans are finalized.
Can't make it to the meeting? The meeting materials will be posted below following the meeting.
Traffic Calming Comparison Resource
The Federal Highway Administration provides a helpful overview of how various tools—such as speed humps, curb extensions, and lane narrowing—affect motor vehicle speeds and safety outcomes. Review the comparison guide here: https://highways.dot.gov/safety/speed-management/traffic-calming-eprimer/module-4-effects-traffic-calming-measures-motor