Speed Humps: Speed Tables/Raised Crosswalks
Speed tables are flat-topped speed humps that covers the entire width of the roadway. When outfitted with crosswalk markings and signage, the speed table becomes a raised crosswalk.
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Advantages
- Raised crosswalks improve safety for both pedestrians and vehicles
- Effective in reducing vehicle speeds
Disadvantages
- May increase noise
- Local street drainage may be impacted
Eligibility Considerations
- The street segment must be primarily a residential street or provide access to abutting residential properties
- Street must not have more than one lane of travel in each direction
- Speed limit must be 30 mph
- Documented operating speeds must be at least 35 mph or higher
- Minimum traffic volume of 500 vehicles per day
- Should only be placed at mid-block crossing locations
- The street segment must not be so close to a San Antonio Fire Department facility that it significantly interferes with emergency vehicle operations
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