Comment:
Inspection and accessibility of pedestrian facilities to determine when a sidewalk, path or ramp becomes a hazard. Includes criteria, ADA standards and Section 504 Relationship to Maintenance, distinction between maintenance and alteration, day-to-day maintenance under ADA, repair under ADA, accessibility criteria, and temporary closures of facilities.

Last Updated (Year): 2013

Year Produced: 2013

Abstract:

A Guide for Maintaining Pedestrian Facilities for Enhanced Safety provides guidance for maintaining pedestrian facilities with the primary goal of increasing safety and mobility. The Guide addresses the needs for pedestrian facility maintenance;common maintenance issues;inspection, accessibility, and compliance;maintenance measurers;funding;and construction techniques to reduce future maintenance.

For:Walking

The E's:Evaluation, Engineering

Ped Bike Activity:

• Planning
• Maintenance
• Assessment

Ped Bike Topic:

• Repaving
• Monitoring
• Intersections
• Facility Maintenance
• Built environment
• Accessibility

Facility Type:Sidewalks, Curb Ramp

Resource Type:

• Guidance

Link to Content Source:

Guide for Maintaining Pedestrian Facilities for Enhanced Safety