Comment:
Countermeasures for making local and rural roads safer for pedestrians and cyclists: Implement a leading pedestrian interval, Install pedestrian countdown timer signal heads, Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons (PHBs, or HAWKs - High-intensity Activated CrossWalks) pedestrian activated beacon, Install transverse rumble strips prior to pedestrian crossings (rural areas only), Narrow crossing locations through use of Curb Extension median pedestrian refuges, lighting, Marked pedestrian crossing, Bicycle and/or pedestrian warning signs. Includes list of roadway elements and associated safety enhancements can be used by local and tribal transportation agencies, town councils and commissions, and developers to Design approve road projects.

Last Updated (Year): 2014

Year Produced: 2014

Abstract:

There are several enhancements that can be introduced to improve safety for pedestrians and bicyclists. The safety treatments shown in the table below can be employed to improve pedestrian and bicycle safety at intersections in particular. The table also shows the associated crash modification factor (CMF) or crash reduction, the safety issue addressed, and the typical cost of implementation.

For:Walking, Biking

The E's:Engineering

Ped Bike Activity:

• Planning
• Design

Ped Bike Topic:

• Safety
• Local and Rural Roads
• Design
• Countermeasures

Facility Type:Traffic Calming, Signalized Intersection, Signals, Signage, Median/Island, Lighting, Hybrid Beacon/RRFB, Curb Extension, Crosswalk

Urban Context:Rural, Local Road

Resource Type:

• Guidance

Link to Content Source:

Making Local and Rural Roads Safer for Pedestrians and Bicycles