Mid-block Crosswalks: School Zone in Olympia, WA

Project Abstract

This school-zone crossing boasts a staggered, paved crosswalk through a nicely planted pedestrian island. Staggered crossings force pedestrians to look right and face traffic before crossing the second portion of the road.

A mid-block paved and staggered crosswalk in a school zone



A mid-block paved and staggered crosswalk in a school zone



A mid-block paved and staggered crosswalk in a school zone



A mid-block paved and staggered crosswalk in a school zone



A mid-block paved and staggered crosswalk in a school zone

Details:

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Location:: Olympia, WA, US
Source:: Walkable Communities

CSS Highlights

Flexible Design Elements:

Crossing Islands/Channelized Intersection, Crosswalks, Crosswalks: Mid-block, Crosswalks: Un-signalized, Landscaping/Amenities

Community Outcome:

Community Enhancement

CSS Qualities - Process :

CSS Qualities - Outcomes

Benefits for the agency

CSS Details & Data

Road Classification (AASHTO):: Urban Local
Road Classification (Other):: Road
Status:: Completed
Physical Setting:: Urban, Suburban
Population:: 50,001 - 250,000
CSS Context:: Community
Land Use:: Institutional
Transportation Facilities:: Road
CSS Transportation Outcome:: Increased Walkability, Improved Safety (Pedestrians/Bikes)
Design Directions:: Traffic Calming

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