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It is
important to provide barriers that restrict unauthorized access to bike paths,
but these must be HPV-friendly. Posts in the bike path are hard to see at
night or in traffic, and the design shown provides two, 5' wide single-direction
paths separated by a planted island. Where the path crosses the street,
painted striping and signs alerts motorists to the crossing. This area may
also be provided with street lighting to make it clearly visible at night.
In extreme situations, rumble-strips or speed bumps could be added to the road
to provide additional warning for motorists.
Dedicated paths often
attract pedestrian traffic and route plans should acknowledge this traffic mix
in their design. Landscaping to provide protection from cross-winds, and sun
in summer, should also be considered. The speed differential between bikes
and pedestrians, and the more random movement of the latter users, need to
be factored into the trail design. |
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