Rumble Strips
Rumble strips are textured pavement which use stamped pavement or alternate paving materials to create an uneven surface for vehicles to traverse.They may be used to emphasize either an entire intersection or a pedestrian crossing, and are sometimes used along entire street blocks.
Application:
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“Main street” areas where there is substantial pedestrian activity and noise is not a major concern.
Advantages:
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Can reduce vehicle speeds over an extended length.
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Can calm two streets at once when placed at an intersection.
Disadvantages:
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Can make crossings more difficult for wheelchair users and the visually impaired when used on a crosswalk.
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Very loud and aesthetically unappealing.
Cost Estimate:
$1,000 – $5,000 each