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Safer Roadways: A Complete Streets Guide
Table 3-10 - Summary Considerations User Features Pedestrian and Bicycle Volumes
URBAN GENERAL (C4) Urban Neighborhood
High pedestrian and bicycle volume Slow speed local traffic - 20-25 MPH
Traffic Speeds Truck Volumes Traveled Way Travel Lanes
Local truck volume
Typically, 2 lanes
Lane Width
10 feet
Median
Optional, may include refuge islands
Pedestrian Facilities Pedestrian Zone - Total Width
10-12 feet
Sidewalk Width Crossings
Minimum 8 feet, buffered from travel lanes Marked, high visibility, 1/8-mile intervals, Painted Crosswalks
Bicycle Facilities Separated Facility Protected Bike Lane Bike Lane Extensions Other Amenities
N.A.
May be used in speed zones greater than 25 MPH May be used in speed zones less than 25 MPH Bicycle pavement markings through intersections
Bike Route / Sharrows / Bike Lane
Frequent placement of bicycle racks and repair stations, micromobility hubs
Transit Stop Features Transit Stops Access to Transit Stop
Signed bus stops, preferred spacing: 0.25 - 0.50 mile
Safe, convenient, and frequent street crossings should be provided
Transit Amenities
Bus shelters, benches, system/route map, bike racks, lighting
Traffic Calming / Speed Management Street Width Reduction
Corner Extensions/Curb Bulb-outs, Median Island, Lane Elimination, Lane Narrowing, Street Trees, Building Lines, Painted Intersections Chicane, Pinch Points/Mid-block Neckdowns, Traffic Circle, Roundabouts, On-Street Parking Speed Cushions/ Tables/ Humps, Raised Crosswalk/Intersection On-Street parking, Speed Radar Feedback Signs, Signals set for Target Speed
Horizontal Deflection
Vertical Deflection
Operational Elements
Placemaking Green Infrastructure
Bioswales, Planters, Trees Parklets, Parks, Trails, Street Art
People Space Street Amenities Street Lighting
Benches, Trash Cans
Pedestrian-scale street lighting
Access Management Driveways
Should not be allowed in intersection functional area
Median Design
Frequent openings
Parking Management On-Street Parking
Preferred Appropriate
Off-Street Parking
Technology Considerations
N.A.
Wayfinding
Pedestrian and Bicycle wayfinding; High use destinations - Libraries, schools, parks, recreational destinations, other activity centers
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