Question:  I’ve been told Caltrans recently issued new guidelines on accommodating bicycles at signalized intersections.  Where can I find the details?

Answer:  In August, 2009, Caltrans issued a Policy Directive about new requirements for bicycle detection at signalized intersections and new guidelines for traffic signal timing to accommodate bicycle travel speeds.  You can find the full document at http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/traffops/signtech/signdel/policy/09-06.pdf.  The document describ...


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