City of Oshkosh, Wisconsin Pedestrian and Bicycle Circulation Plan

Bicycle Lane Symbols and Markings:
A bike lane should be separated from the automobile travel lane by a 6 inch wide
line to provide visual separation between the two types of travel lanes. The lane
itself should be marked/stenciled with standard pavement symbols to inform
bicyclists and motorists of the presence of the bike lane. The standard pavement
symbols are one of two bicycle symbols and/or the words “BIKE LANE” with an
optional directional Arrow. Given the lack of bike lanes and the relatively small
number of bicyclists on the street, Oshkosh should be encouraged to use directional
arrows extensively in the early stages of plan implementation. Other optional
symbolization like “Railroad Crossing” or “Uneven Roadway” is also important
information providing symbols creating a more user friendly and safe environment.
Regardless of the symbolization used, all pavement markings are to be white and
reflective with the Bicycle or “BIKE LANE” identifier being painted on the far side
of each intersection, with additional stencils placed on long uninterrupted sections
of roadway where deemed appropriate based on conditions. The lane symbols
should be approximately 6 feet in length and “BIKE LANE” wording should be
approximately 4 feet in length (each word). The lane symbol markings and “BIKE
LANE” wording should be placed approximately 6 feet from each other and other
pavement markings.
Bike Lane Symbols and Markings
CITY OF OSHKOSH BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN PLAN
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