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RAISED CROSSWALKS
(See also Raised Intersections)
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Also known as "Raised Crossings" and "Sidewalk Extensions". These are basically speed tables or humps with crosswalk markings provided. Pedestrians have a level street crossing as a result - beneficial for disabled users.
These result in reduced vehicular speeds as per standard speed humps. However, they enhance the environment for pedestrians and disabled sidewalk users.
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Temporary Installation
Temporary Design
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Permanent Installation
Permanent Mid-Block Design |
PROS
1. Potential to reduce traffic speed.
2. Self-enforcing.
3. No impact on on-street parking.
4. Minimum maintenance.
5. Improves accessibility for disabled pedestrians.
6. Improves general pedestrian environment.
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CONS
1. Impacts emergency vehicle response times.
2. Not suitable on transit routes.
3. Not aesthetically pleasing.
4. Can affect drainage.
5. Can create noise pollution.
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Summary of Effectiveness
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Volume Reduction
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Unknown
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Speed Reduction
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Yes
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Safety Improvement
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Possible
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-
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Streets to Use On – Collector, Local
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Local
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Use on Bus Route
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Yes(With care)
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Use with Curbs and Gutters
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Yes
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Spot or Area-wide Use
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Spot
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-
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Emergency Service Access Issues
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Possible
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Impacts on Arterials
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Possible
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Change in % Trucks
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Unknown
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Environmental Changes
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Unknown
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-
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Dependence on Enforcement
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None
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Level of Violation
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Self-Enforcing
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-
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Aesthetics and Landscaping
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No
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