Traffic Management and Bridges
According to a 2019 report from the American Road and Transportation Builders Association, there are 47,000 structurally deficient bridges across the US.
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Jan
Tag Archives: Urban Planning
08
Jan
Vision Zero
Traditionally, planners see road safety as a “Three E’s” problem, solved through engineering, education, and enforcement.
06
Jan
How to Choose a Removable Bollard
When it comes to installation, it may be common knowledge that bollards can be installed permanently as fixed applications. However, fixed bollards do not work well in places with variable access-control needs.
20
Dec
The History of Infrastructure
With infrastructure, people can work together and provide specialized services to one another. In this way, robust infrastructure supports complex societies.
04
Dec
Urban Sustainability
Sustainability seeks to bring resource consumption and resource replenishment into balance, like a budget that keeps balance sheets in the black. We look at strategies that cities are using to help create a more sustainable, livable future.
06
Nov
Don’t Strangle that Tree! How to Expand Tree Grates
There’s no need for grates be tree murderers. Use simple tools and methods to expand cast iron tree grates by cutting out the center rings.
23
Oct
Flexible Bollards vs. Traffic Delineators
Flimsy bike lane separators are often ignored, driven over, and left broken, leaving cyclists feeling exposed. Yet municipalities often need permeability through bike lanes for emergency and city vehicles. Click through to see the options for separated bike lanes.
25
Sep
Bike Infrastructure: An Essential Guide
How cities are working to increase safety and access to cycling
21
Aug
Architectural Bollards
Architectural bollards define perimeters and guide traffic while ornamenting their surroundings. In addition to being an attractive site furnishing, they can provide lighting, security, safety, traffic guidance, wayfinding, and more.
14
Aug
How to select the best trees for sidewalks and tree grates
Street trees increase greenspace, provide clean air and shade, and maintain ecological balance. Street trees meant for sidewalks and tree grates should meet the city’s design goals and not interfere with infrastructure and utilities. Check out the top 10 deep-rooted trees for urban landscaping.
07
Aug
Neighborhood revitalization
Municipalities have many projects in need of infrastructure funding. Some investments can return in several different ways. Check out what infrastructure can help support neighborhood revitalization.
17
Jul
Extra Tough Flex Posts for Dedicated Bike Lanes
European cities use durable but sturdy flex posts as bike lane delineators to avoid the constant need to replace thin plastic bollards. Learn more about the type of flex post that stands up to heavy traffic and keeps cyclists safe.
10
Jul
Park and Ride Design in the Age of Ride-Share
Planning safe and accessible lots, from bike storage lockers to ride-share stalls
13
Jun
Confronting Rising Stormwater – Bioswale Design
As rates of flooding increase, cities must adapt their water management. Some of the best ideas come from nature. Urban forests, raingardens, and bioswales are designed to filter water and return it to the water table.
07
May
Preventing Bicycle Accidents
Maximizing social benefits through risk management
27
Feb
The History of Universal Design
Universal design seeks to create a better quality of life for everyone, regardless of their abilities, through thoughtful construction of the built environment. See how accessibility helped designers reconsider how we engage with cities.
06
Feb
Winter Cycling in Montreal
A wintery city that prioritizes year-round active transportation
04
Oct
Human Bollard Campaigns
Painted bike lanes can sometimes cause conflict between drivers and cyclists. Read about the “human bollard” campaigns that cycling advocates have been launching to highlight the need for separated spaces and greater awareness.
12
Sep
Parking Lot and Street Parking Orientation
How do you prefer to park your car? You may not have ever thought about the many ways you park: parallel parking, angle parking, nose-in, back-in, on the street, or in a lot. Learn how different car orientations affect safety and ease!
05
Sep
Autonomous Cars and Pedestrian Safety
Autonomous cars may profoundly change the way our traffic networks function. How will they affect streetscapes, and other traffic, such as pedestrians and bicyclists? Read about how the technology may influence the cities of the future.