Grade separated pedestrian crossings

This paper examines the reasons for grade separation of pedestrian crossings. Various factors which need to be taken into account such as warrants, the choice between an overpass and underpass and design considerations are discussed. The results of several studies into usage of grade separated pedestrian crossings are used to illustrate how the advantages of grade separation are often negated by poor usage of the facility. The procedures used in Victoria to select and approve grade separated pedestrian crossings are described and grade separated pedestrian crossings over freeways and in the central business district are discussed.

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• Authors:
  • Szwed, N
• Conference:
  • Joint ARRB / DOT Pedestrian Conference, 1978, Sydney, Australia
• Publication Date: 1978

Language

• English

Media Info

• Pagination: 11P

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Bridge design; Business districts; Crosswalks; Decision making; Design; Footbridges; Freeways; Pedestrian tunnels
• Geographic Terms: Australia; Victoria
• ATRI Terms: Bridge design; Business district; Design; Footbridge; Freeway; Pedestrian crossing; Pedestrian subway; Selection
• Subject Areas: Bridges and other structures; Design; Highways;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 01440496
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: ARRB
• ISBN: 086910408X
• Files: ATRI
• Created Date: Aug 24 2012 11:00PM