Pedestrian Safety
The City of Fort Lauderdale uses the following pedestrian safety strategies as traffic calming measures. Click on the images for more information about each strategy or tool.
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You can also download the complete Neighborhood Traffic Calming Strategies . If you would like this publication in an alternate format, please call (954) 828-4826 or email transportation@fortlauderdale.gov.
Cost:
The general price ranges provided are simply an estimated cost for a standard project. Actual costs may vary based on the specific project, location, etc.
| $ | $0 - $5,000 |
| $$ | $5,001 - $25,000 |
| $$$ | $25,001 - $50,000 |
| $$$$ | $50,001 + |
Bulb Out
| Description | A bulb-out or curb extension visually or physically narrows the roadway creating shorter and safer crossings for pedestrians |
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| Threshold | All roadway classifications |
| Community Support | HOA |
Crosswalk (at intersection)
| Description | A designated space for pedestrians to cross the road at an intersection. It highlights the designated place for pedestrians to cross |
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| Threshold | All roadway classifications |
| Community Support | HOA |
Mid-Block Crosswalk (base)
| Description | Designated space for pedestrians to cross the street at locations where the nearest signalized intersection is too far to walk to |
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All roadway classifications that meet or exceed FDOT criteria and MUTCD warrants. |
| Community Support | HOA |
Mid-Block Crosswalk with Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB)
| Description | Provides greater visibility of pedestrians at a mid-block crossing location by using a Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) in combination with pedestrian warning signs |
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All roadway classifications that meet or exceed FDOT criteria and MUTCD warrants. |
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Pedestrian Refuge Island
| Description | Protected spaces placed in the center of the street to facilitate pedestrian crossings. |
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