PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
TRAFFIC CALMING PROGRAM
Level 3 Traffic Calming: RAISED CROSSWALKS

Raised crosswalks are similar to speed humps except that these are installed at intersections to elevate crosswalks. This type of traffic calming measure can be expanded to include the entire intersection (raised intersection).

Raised Crosswalks and Intersections, due to similar vehicle and neighborhood impacts, must meet the same criteria as Speed Humps as well as Highlighted Crossings. Raised crosswalks do provide benefits to pedestrians which are not provided by the speed hump.

Raised crosswalks and intersections may be difficult and expensive to install due to drainage requirements. In addition, raised crosswalks and intersections create turning maneuver problems at intersections.

IMPLEMENTATION

Must satisfy the criteria of both Highlighted Crossings and Speed Humps.