2026 T-SPLOST Proposed for Douglas County
Published on October 01, 2026
Douglas County voters will consider a proposed Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax, or T-SPLOST, during the November 3, 2026 General Election. T-SPLOST is a one-percent sales tax that, if approved by voters, would be dedicated to transportation projects and improvements throughout Douglas County.
This page provides information about the proposed T-SPLOST and the transportation projects identified by the City of Douglasville and Douglas County for potential funding.
2026 T-SPLOST at a Glance
| Item |
Information |
| Election |
November 3, 2026 General Election |
| Proposed Sales Tax |
One percent (1%) sales tax dedicated to transportation purposes |
| Collection Period |
Six years |
| Projected Revenue |
Approximately $160 million in total dedicated local transportation revenue, including approximately $113 million identified for Douglas County |
| Purpose |
Transportation projects and improvements, including roadway maintenance, roadway capacity and operational improvements, pedestrian and multimodal projects, intersection improvements, traffic signals and other transportation needs |
City of Douglasville Proposed Projects
The City of Douglasville has identified approximately $38.4 million in proposed transportation projects for T-SPLOST funding. The projects include intersection improvements, bicycle and pedestrian improvements, roadway safety projects, capacity improvements and roadway maintenance.
Intersection Improvements
| Project |
Description |
Estimated Cost |
| Rose Avenue at Selman Drive |
Pedestrian and intersection improvements. |
$650,000 |
| Chicago Avenue at Cedar Mountain Road and Westwood Road |
Safety updates including traffic signals and other intersection improvements. |
$1,300,000 |
| Prestley Mill Road at Saddlebrook Way |
Add a crosswalk and ADA ramp to provide access from St. Theresa Catholic Church. |
$75,000 |
Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements
| Project |
Description |
Estimated Cost |
| Sidewalk Connectivity Program |
Installation of new sidewalks at various locations throughout the city, with an emphasis on gaps in the existing pedestrian network and areas with identified safety needs. Funding would also support improvements to existing sidewalks to enhance accessibility and ADA compliance. |
$7,858,810 |
| Dallas Highway Corridor Improvements |
Construction of a shared-use path connecting the new State Route 92 alignment to the proposed McCarley Street railroad crossing, along with raised median island refuges and lane-width reductions intended to calm traffic and improve pedestrian safety. |
$2,783,190 |
| Fairburn Road Corridor Improvements |
Improvements to the abandoned section of Fairburn Road created by the new State Route 92 alignment using a complete streets approach. Proposed improvements include 10-foot shared-use paths, cycle tracks, raised intersections and a road diet reducing the corridor to three lanes. |
$5,200,000 |
Roadway Safety and Operational Improvements
| Project |
Description |
Estimated Cost |
| Eastside Elementary and Burnett Elementary |
Add mid-block crossings near the two elementary schools. |
$65,000 |
Roadway Capacity and Expansion
| Project |
Description |
Estimated Cost |
| Rose Avenue Right-Turn Lane |
Add a right-turn lane for Rose Avenue from Highway 78 to Church Street. |
$500,000 |
| Chapel Hill Widening |
A joint City/County project to widen Chapel Hill Road from Central Church Road to Stewart Mill Road. |
$5,000,000 |
Roadway Maintenance
| Project |
Description |
Estimated Cost |
| Resurfacing - 100+ Miles |
Annual resurfacing and pavement rehabilitation of various roadways within the city limits. |
$15,000,000 |
| Total City of Douglasville Proposed Projects |
$38,432,000 |
Douglas County Proposed Projects
Douglas County has identified 21 proposed transportation projects and programs for the 2026 T-SPLOST. The County's project plan includes roadway resurfacing and maintenance, widening and operational improvements, multimodal connectivity, intersection and pedestrian safety, traffic signal modernization and funding that may be used as a local match for eligible transportation grants.
| Project |
Proposed Improvement |
| Resurfacing - 100+ Miles |
Annual resurfacing of more than 100 miles of county roadways. |
| Dirt Roads - 10+ Miles |
Paving more than 10 miles of dirt roads. |
| Chapel Hill Widening: Dorsett Shoals Road to West Chapel Hill Road |
Roadway widening, including additional travel lanes, a center turn lane and pedestrian accommodations. |
| Chapel Hill Road: SR 166 to West Chapel Hill Road |
Roadway widening and pedestrian improvements. |
| Kings Highway: Central Church Road to Bill Arp Road |
Intersection improvements and operational improvements. |
| Bright Star Road at Douglas Boulevard |
Through-lane widening to provide additional roadway capacity. |
| Chapel Hill Widening: Dorsett Shoals Road to Stewart Mill Road |
Additional travel lanes and pedestrian accommodations. |
| Chapel Hill Interchange Improvements |
Turn lanes, ramp realignments and additional roadway capacity in the interchange area. |
| Lee Road Extension |
Extension of the Lee Road corridor from Fairburn Road to Bomar Road, including a proposed roundabout at Pope Road. |
| Lee Road Widening Phase I |
Widen Lee Road from US 78 to Vulcan Drive and add sidewalk and multi-use trail improvements along the roadway. |
| Chattahoochee Trail |
Multi-use trail connection from Boundary Waters Park to Sweetwater Creek State Park. |
| Riverside Parkway Multimodal Improvements |
Sidewalk and trail connections intended to provide multimodal connections in the Riverside Parkway area. |
| Georgia Department of Transportation Grants |
Local matching funds for eligible transportation technology, safety and other grant-funded projects. |
| Modernize Traffic Signals and Signage |
Traffic signal control technology upgrades and signage improvements throughout the county. |
| Mt. Vernon Road at Sky View Drive |
Addition of turn lanes. |
| South Sweetwater Road at Mt. Vernon Road |
Proposed roundabout. |
| SR 166 at Fairplay |
Addition of turn lanes. |
| Riverside Parkway at Old Lower River Road |
Addition of turn lanes. |
| Sidewalk Connectivity Program |
Various sidewalk improvements throughout the county. |
| Street and Pedestrian Safety Program |
Countywide transportation safety planning and implementation of recommended safety improvements. |
| Dial-a-Ride / Microtransit: Connect Douglas |
Connect Douglas Dial-a-Ride and microtransit transportation services. |
How T-SPLOST Funding Would Be Used
The proposed County transportation program groups projects into several types of transportation investment. The County's project presentation identifies the following distribution by project category:
| Project Category |
Share of Proposed Project Program |
Examples |
| Roadway Maintenance |
47.6% |
Road resurfacing and dirt-road paving |
| Widening and Operational Improvements |
26.9% |
Roadway capacity, extensions and interchange projects |
| Multimodal Mobility and Connectivity |
15.9% |
Sidewalks, trails and microtransit |
| Intersection and Pedestrian Safety |
7.9% |
Turn lanes, roundabouts and traffic-calming improvements |
| Signals, Signage and Grant Match |
1.7% |
Traffic technology upgrades, signage and local matching funds for eligible grants |
About the Referendum
If approved by voters, the proposed T-SPLOST would add a one-percent sales tax dedicated to transportation purposes for a six-year period. Revenue generated by the tax would be restricted to eligible transportation uses.
Early voting for the November 3, 2026 General Election is scheduled for October 13 through October 30, 2026. The voter registration deadline is October 5, 2026.
Learn More
For additional information about the proposed T-SPLOST, including Douglas County project information, frequently asked questions and election information, visit the Douglas County T-SPLOST website.
This page is provided for educational and informational purposes. The City of Douglasville does not advocate for or against the T-SPLOST referendum.