Bike lanes at t-intersections
Inrtoduction
To reinforce parking prohibitions in intersections, consider providing either on-street or off-street separation for the bike lane through the top of the T-intersection. Note that bikes must still yield to pedestrians crossing the bike lane.
Figure 3.7E.11:
Bike lanes at t-intersections
Design Considerations
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Buffer |
When adequate space is available, implement a buffer between the bike lane at the top of the T-intersection and the adjacent travel lane. Vertical delineation is preferred for on-street facilities. |
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Sidewalk-level bike facilities |
When reconstructing a T-intersection or retrofitting the intersection with permanent materials, consider a sidewalk-level bike facility that continues through the top of the T-intersection. If this facility is intended as a shared use path, it should meet shared use path dimensions and standards. |
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On-street to off-street transitions |
Sidewalk-level bicycle facilities should utilize bicycle slip ramps when transitioning to or from on-street bike lane. |
