Partial Closure / Diverter
Protected Intersection
INTERSECTIONS & ROADWAYS INTERSECTIONS & ROADWAYS
Partial Closure / Diverter
A roadway treatment that restricts through vehicle movements using physical diversion while allowing bicyclists and pedestrians to proceed through an intersection in all directions .
Cost $$
Low Cost / Quick Build alternative available
Protected Intersection
Protected intersections use corner islands , curb extensions , and colored paint to delineate bicycle and pedestrian movements across an intersection . Slower driving speeds and shorter crossing distance increase safety for pedestrians . Separates bicycles from pedestrians as well as moving vehicles .
Cost $$$
Low Cost / Quick Build alternative available
Relevant Crash Types Left Turns at Unsignalized Intersections Bicyclists at Signalized Intersections
Safe System Hierarchy |
Tier 1 |
Tier 2 |
Tier 3 |
Tier 4 |
Remove Severe Conflicts |
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Relevant Crash Types Pedestrians at Signalized Intersections Bicyclists at Signalized Intersections
Safe System Hierarchy |
Tier 1 |
Tier 2 |
Tier 3 |
Tier 4 |
Remove Severe Conflicts |
Reduce Vehicle Speeds |
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APPENDIX B : COUNTERMEASURES TOOLBOX B-15