Bicycle and Pedestrian Routes/Networks

General Description:

Bicycle and Pedestrian networks are a system of connected routes that provide access to and from local and regional destinations and to adjacent bicycle networks.  They may include parking facilities, Lane Separation/Delineation from automobiles, and pavement markings.  Bicycle and Pedestrian networks include both shared and separated facilities.  These networks supplement the current automobile infrastructure by allowing individuals the opportunity to safely visit locations using bicycles or walking.

Effects of Solution:

þ Increase Passenger Throughput (Allows more visitors to enjoy the area)

¨ Increase Roadway Capacity

¨ Manage System Efficiency

þ Reduce Local Demand (Reduces number of vehicles on facilities)

Examples of Implementation and Contacts:

J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Lou Hinds, Refuge Manager, J.N. “Ding” Darling NWR

Kerry Kraus, Refuge Ranger, J.N. “Ding” Darling NWR

Valley Forge National Historical Park

Arthur Stewart, Superintendent, Valley Forge National Historical Park

Larry Steeler, Assistant Superintendent, Valley Forge National Historical Park

Cape Cod National Seashore

Maria Burks, Superintendent, Cape Cod National Seashore

Ben Pearson, Chief of Maintenance, Cape Cod National Seashore

Cost/Financial Information:

Source: A Toolbox for Alleviating Traffic Congestion and Enhancing Mobility, Institute of Transportation Engineers.  (Cost/financial information is estimated, and will vary based on size and scope of project, number of units, etc.)

Unit Costs of Bicycle Accommodations
	Shoulder Construction	$3.86/ft^2
	Separate Bikeway Construction	$6.50/ft^2
	Bicycle Trail (paved)	$50K /mile
	Sidewalks	$9.00/ft^2
	Signs (bike route, etc.)	$200 each
	Bike Racks	$10-600 each
	Bike Lockers	$500 each
	Additional Right-of-Way	$1.10/ft^2
	Pavement Striping – 4” reflectors	$0.12/linear foot
	Pavement Striping – 12” crosswalk	$0.75/linear foot

Additional Resources:

A Toolbox for Alleviating Traffic Congestion and Enhancing Mobility, available for order at: http://www.ite.org/bookstore/index.asp

Federal Highway Administration Pedestrian Safety web page:

http://safety.fhwa.dot.gov/ped_bike/

Federal Highway Administration FHWA Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Trail Reports (order at):

http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/environment/bikeped/order.htm

Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area – Multi Use Path information at:

http://www.nps.gov/gate/shu/pdf_files/pub_programs_multi_use_pathway.pdf

Bicycle Countermeasure Selection System (BIKESAFE):

http://www.bicyclinginfo.org/bikesafe

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