The Town of
Westford
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FY26 Westford Annual Report Available
The CCRPC prepares an annual report for every municipality each fall that summarizes work performed in the previous fiscal year. | View the FY26 Westford Report »
Westford was chartered on June 8, 1763 as a New Hampshire grant by Governor Benning Wentworth. The town, as granted, covered 36 square miles. The first settlers arrived in 1787 but immigration to Westford was very slow, consisting mostly of scattered self-sufficient farms throughout the town. In 1791, the town’s population was only 63. Part of Westford’s beauty is the Browns River as it winds through the Village flowing north. Picturesque landscapes remain throughout the community. Many roads provide historic and contemporary views of farming and rural living. Most of the roads we use today are the original ones laid out by the early townspeople.
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CURRENT PROJECTS:
Covey Rd/Old #11 2-Way STOP Control Intersection Study
This technical assistance study evaluated existing traffic control and sight distance concerns at the Covey Road and Old #11 intersection. After collecting traffic data, evaluating stopping and intersection sight distances, and completing a field visit, CCRPC staff performed an All-Way STOP control analysis. The study recommended improving sight distance by grading the westbound approach and clearing vegetation. The technical memo is available here. CCRPC staff have been assisting the Town of Westford with zoning updates and smart growth initiatives.
MORE ABOUT THE INTERSECTION STUDY »
All-Way STOP Control Warrant Analysis for Woods Hollow Road Intersections
CCRPC staff evaluated existing traffic conditions, sight distance, and safety concerns, and performed All-Way STOP Warrant analyses for two intersections along Woods Hollow Road, at Phelps Road and Maple Tree Lane. The study recommended installing previously identified low-cost safety improvements and conducting intersection realignment feasibility studies for both intersections. The technical memo is available here.
MORE ABOUT THE ANALYSIS »
PAST PROJECTS:
- Westford Form-Based Code »
- Multi-way Stop Analysis for Woods Hollow Rd. Intersections »
- Westford Sidewalk Conceptual Alignment Study »
- Road Safety Audit Review – Milton-Westford Road »
- All of our past Westford planning studies can be found here »
Municipal Plan Review:
- Resolution approving municipal plan and confirming the planning process (CCRPC Board, 2015) »
- Review of the municipal plan (CCRPC Planning Advisory Committee, 2015) »
