Safety Issues

Primary Concern: Motorist/Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety

Federal lands can not only have significant vehicle traffic, but significant bicycle and pedestrian traffic as well. Issues can arise from having to separate these different modes of travel. Image 1 and Image 2 show examples of heavy pedestrian use near different roadways.

The possible solutions to address potential vehicle conflicts with bicycles and pedestrians includes: building or modifying infrastructure to reduce the likelihood of conflict, using ITS to inform visitors of potential conflicts, or using policies or transit to reduce the number of vehicles on the roadways. The following links let you view the Fact Sheets which provide detailed information on the possible solutions relating to this issue.

Infrastructure

• Barriers/Curbs/Sidewalks
• Bicycle and Pedestrian Routes/Networks
• Geometric Alterations and Considerations
• Grade Separation
• Improved Traffic Control Devices
• Intersection Improvements
• Lane Separation/Delineation
• Pavement Striping Techniques
• Traffic Calming
• Transit/High Occupancy Vehicle Lanes

Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)

• Dynamic Message Signs (DMS)
• Highway Advisory Radio (HAR)
• Portable Speed Monitoring Systems (PSMS)
• Variable Speed Display Signs (VSDS)

Policy

• Alternate Route Regulations/Incentives
• Congestion Mitigation Partnerships
• Educational Campaigns
• Improved Speed Policies
• Law/Speed Enforcement Techniques
• Media Policies
• Off-Peak Incentives
• Regional Transit Coordination
• Traffic Calming
• Turn Restrictions
• Vegetation Management

Transit

• Transit Service Options
• Demand Responsive Service
• Express Route Service
• Fixed Route Service
• Park and Ride Service
• Shuttle and Trolley Service
• Alternative Transportation Modes
• Aerial Tramways
• Ferry Service
• Rail Service
• Vehicle Tour Services

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