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OFF-ROAD MULTI-USE TRAIL<br />
Descrip on:<br />
A path, typically found along greenways, waterways, ac ve or abandoned railways, and u lity easements, within a right-of-way that is<br />
independent and physically separated from motor vehicle traffic by an open space or barrier. Mul -use paths are not dedicated bicycle<br />
facili es and thus also serve pedestrians, inline skaters, wheelchair users, joggers, and other non-motorized users.<br />
Features:<br />
Ÿ Provides a separated path for non-motorized users along a linear corridor that is independent of the roadway network<br />
Ÿ Preferred width for a mul -use path accommoda ng two-way, non-motorized traffic is 12-14 feet; minimum width is 10 feet<br />
Ÿ Width of 8 feet may be acceptable to provide short linkages between other, more robust facili es or where rights-of-way are severely<br />
constrained<br />
Benefits:<br />
Ÿ Highly versa le facility<br />
Ÿ Independence from roadway network creates high quality user experience<br />
Challenges:<br />
Ÿ Intersec ons of trails with roadways present poten al conflict points that may merit dedicated crossing treatments<br />
Ÿ Presence of users of a wide variety of non-motorized modes and abili es and two-way traffic may reduce predictability opera on and<br />
increase poten al for conflicts, necessita ng addi onal interven ons, such as path user speed limits<br />
Ÿ Right-of-way acquisi on may be costly and/or complicated<br />
Ÿ Topography and drainage can greatly impact design, construc on, and maintenance<br />
Ÿ Personal safety measures, such as emergency call boxes and ligh ng, must be considered due to distance from roadways<br />
Design and Maintenance Guidance:<br />
Ÿ American Associa on of State Highway and Transporta on Officials (AASHTO). 2012. Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facili es, 4th<br />
Edi on.<br />
Rela ve Cost:<br />
Ÿ Typically $400,000 - $600,000 per mile, depending on width and material, not including ameni es such as trailheads or supplemental<br />
safety measures<br />
OFF-ROAD MULTI-USE PATH. LITTLE ECON GREEWAY, ORLANDO, FL<br />
OFF-ROAD MULTI-USE PATH. MEAD GARDEN TRAIL, ORLANDO, FL<br />
INFRASTRUCTURE ILLUSTRATIONS<br />
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