Raised Crosswalks
Raised Crosswalks
(Continued from Bumps, Humps, & Other Raised Pavement Areas)
Raised crosswalks are essentially broad, flat-topped speed humps that coincide with pedestrian crosswalks at street intersections. The crosswalks are raised above the level of the roadway to slow traffic, enhance crosswalk visibility, and make the crossing easier for pedestrians who may have difficulty stepping up and down curbs.
Raised Crosswalks Design Considerations:
• Can be constructed of brick, concrete block, colored asphalt or cement, with ramps striped for
better visibility.
• Raised crosswalks are applicable:
(1) On roadways with vehicular speeds perceived as being incompatible with the adjacent residential land uses.
(2) Where there is a significant number of pedestrian crossings.
(3) In conjunction with other traffic-calming devices, particularly entry treatments.
(4) On two-lane or fewer residential streets classified as either “local streets” or neighborhood
collector streets.”
(5) On roadways with 85th percentile speeds less than 45 mph.