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Trails projects are becoming more prevalent across thecountry. A comprehensive bicycle and pedestrian planshould complement this greenway system with on-roadbike facilities and a network of sidewalks. This web oftravelways for cyclists and pedestrians will also contributeto the economic development of the Town. Commercialcenters and the core of downtown will prosper by beingsafely connected to neighborhoods. Linkages from theAmerican Tobacco Trail and adjacent Town greenways willalso help drive visitors to retail and restaurant venues inthe community.To create an environment replete with safe, healthy,bicycle and pedestrian access, priorities should include alegible wayfinding system, a destination-based greenwaysystem, and intersection improvements.Grenways and Multi-Use Side PathsGeneral Design PracticesDescriptionMulti-use paths can provide a desirable environment, particularly for recreation and usersof all skill levels preferring separation from traffic. Bicycle paths should generally providedirectional travel opportunities not provided by existing roadways.GuidanceWidth• 10 feet is recommended in most situations and will be adequate for moderate to heavyuse.• 12 feet is recommended for heavy use situations with high concentrations of multipleusers. A separate track (5’ minimum) can be provided for pedestrian use.Terminate the path where it is easily accessible to and fromthe street system, preferably at a controlled intersection or atthe beginning of a dead-end street.10’-12’dependingon usageLateral Clearance• A 2 foot or greater shoulder on both sides of the path should be provided. An additionalfoot of lateral clearance (total of 3’) is required by the MUTCD for the installationof signage or other furnishings.Overhead Clearance• Clearance to overhead obstructions should be 8 feet minimum, with 10 feet recommended.Striping• When striping is required, use a 4 inch dashed yellow centerline stripe with 4 inch solidwhite edge lines.• Solid centerlines can be provided on tight or blind corners, and on the approaches toroadway crossings.5-9 | Section 5
Parks & Recreation Plan Update | 2013Shared Use Paths AlongRoadwaysPay special attention to the entrance/exit of the pathas bicyclists may continue to travel on the wrongside of the street.DescriptionA shared use path allows for two-way, off-street bicycle useand also may be used by pedestrians, skaters, wheelchairusers, joggers and other non-motorized users. These facilitiesare frequently found in parks, along rivers and beaches,and in greenbelts or utility corridors where there are fewconflicts with motorized vehicles.Along roadways, these facilities create a situation where aportion of the bicycle traffic rides against the normal flowof motor vehicle traffic and can result in wrong-way ridingwhere bicyclists enter or leave the path.The AASHTO Guide for the Development of BicycleFacilities generally recommends against the developmentof shared-use paths directly adjacent to roadways.Guidance• 8 feet is the minimum allowed for a two-way bicyclepath and is only recommended for low traffic situations.• 10 feet is recommended in most situations and will beadequate for moderate to heavy use.• 12 feet is recommended for heavy use situations withhigh concentrations of multiple users such as joggers,bicyclists, rollerbladers and pedestrians. A separatetrack (5’ minimum) can be provided for pedestrian use.W11-15, W16-9Pin advance ofcross street stopsignCrossings shouldbe stop or yieldcontrolled• Bicycle lanes should be provided as an alternate (moretransportation-oriented) facility whenever possible.5-10 | Recommendations
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