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Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI): Leading Pedestrian Interval

Comment:
This countermeasure tech sheet discusses the use of leading pedestrian interval (LPI) at intersection crosswalks to reduce vehicular crashes involving pedestrians. The sheet also discusses complementary treatments, cost, site selection, and other considerations/research that must be done to implement LPI.

Last Updated (Year): 2019

Year Produced: 2019

Abstract:

n/a

For:Walking

The E's:Engineering, Education

Ped Bike Activity:

  • Design

Ped Bike Topic:

  • Traffic Control Devices
  • Traffic Calming
  • Statistics
  • Seniors/Aging Populations
  • Safety
  • Intersections
  • Facility Design
  • Design
  • Crashes
  • Countermeasures
  • Children/Youth Populations
  • Accessibility

Facility Type:Intersection, Crossings

Urban Context:Urban

Resource Type:

  • Guidance

Link to Content Source:

Leading Pedestrian Interval