Highway-Rail Crossing Handbook

bicycles-and-motorcycles — Bicycles and Motorcycles

Crossing Handbook · Chapter 6 — Special Topics. Full current text with cross-references on BuildSpec.

BICYCLES AND MOTORCYCLES The configuration of each trail ‑rail intersection is unique. There are available reference guides, but solutions should be adapted to site conditions using standard treatments, where applicable. The FRA, State DOTs, and Class 1 railroads are working to close existing at-grade rail crossings to reduce liability, exposure, and incidents. To enhance visibility of the trail-rail intersection for approaching cyclists and other trail users, advance notice of the crossing should be displayed via pavement markings and signage. Allowing the cyclists enough time to assess the…

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