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Find similar grantsLocal Access Road Projects is sponsored by Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC). ARC's Local Access Road projects link communities, businesses, and residents to the Appalachian Development Highway System and other key parts of the region's transportation network.
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Local Access Road Projects - Appalachian Regional Commission Local Access Road Projects ARC’s Local Access Road projects link communities, businesses and residents to the Appalachian Development Highway System (ADHS) and other key parts of the region’s transportation network. They offer a flexible approach to meet local needs and provide a financing mechanism to support a variety of economic development opportunities.
Funded through our Area Development program, the ADHS and the Federal Highway Administration , Local Access Road projects serve industrial and commercial areas, residential developments, recreational areas and educational areas. Local access road funds may also be used for preliminary engineering, right-of-way and/or construction. As of 2025, ARC approved over 1,058 miles of local access roads.
Trends and Impacts of Local Access Roads This report evaluates trends and impacts of ARC’s Local Access Road investments using available project data and conducted surveys covering 135 projects completed from 2001 through 2020.
Those projects supported the creation of 17,189 jobs and leveraged $862 million of private investments through the facilities and economic development centers accessed by users of the newly constructed or improved local access roads. These guidelines provide Local Access Road applicants with specific guidance about project guidelines, eligibility, approval processes and submission requirements.
Local Access Road Miles Approved As of 2025, ARC invested in over 1,050 miles of local access roads. Learn more about the approved miles in each Appalachian state. If you’re interested in applying for Local Access Road funding, check out these resources.
If you’ve already received Local Access Road funding, use these resources to manage your grant. Building Appalachia’s Infrastructure Transportation in Appalachia
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Typically, state and local agencies, governmental entities, local governing boards, and nonprofit organizations in eligible Appalachian counties. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Local Access Road Projects is funded by Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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