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Accessibility Guidebook for Outdoor Recreation and Trails

Figure 5-4

Drawing of an at-grade trail crossing.
Figure 5–4—An at-grade trail crossing (without signals) for equestrians. —Adapted from the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (FHWA 2003).

Drawing looking from above down at an at-grade trail crossing for equestrians. In the drawing the text reads, Pavement markings as warranted, No parking, signs, bus stops, and so forth within safe sight distance, Equestian waiting area 25 ft wide by 15 ft deep (typical), Intersection traffic control devices on either road or trail as warranted, Pavement markings as warranted, Roadway, Crosswalk width varies. Horse-friendly, slip-resistant surface is preferred, Trail approaches road at 90 degree angle, Crosswalk lines as needed, Legend, Warning sign, Trail crossing warning sign distance is determined by vehicle speeds, sight lines, and so forth., Traffic control devices, Optional trail light set back from signal, Optional street light set back from sight lines, Note: Crosswalk lines, pavement markings, traffic control devices, and signs must meet MUTCD and other applicable requirements.