SHARED-USE PATH (CLASS 1)
• Two-way facility that is physically separated from motor vehicle traffic • Used by bicyclists, pedestrians, and other non-motorized users • May not serve all destinations directly
BIKE BOX
• Dedicated space between the crosswalk and vehicle stop line where bicyclists can wait during the red light at signalized intersections
• Improves visibility and motorists’ awareness of bicyclists at intersections SEPARATED BIKE LANE (CLASS 4)
• A bicycle-only facility that is physically separated from motor vehicle traffic and distinct from the sidewalk
• Appropriate on streets with medium or high traffic volumes and/or speeds
WAYFINDING
• Typically includes signage and pavement markings
• Helps bicyclists identify the best routes to destinations and to connecting routes • May include distances or travel times to destinations BIKE LANE (CLASS 2)
• Provides exclusive space for bicyclists in the roadway; designated by pavement markings and signage
• Buffered bike lanes increase comfort by adding a painted buffer to a standard bike lane
• Appropriate on streets with low or medium traffic volumes
BIKE DETECTION/PUSH BUTTON
• Bicycle detectors are located in the street at intersections and trigger a green light for bicyclists who wait above the detector marking
• Bicycle pushbuttons are located on signal poles within reach of a bicyclist waiting in the roadway; the buttons trigger a green light for bicyclists once pushed (similar to pedestrian pushbuttons)
BICYCLE BOULEVARD (CLASS 3)
• Prioritize bicycle through-travel
• Use traffic calming to slow vehicle traffic and maintain low motor vehicle volumes • Often applied on quiet streets, in neighborhoods
PAINTED CONFLICT MARKINGS
• Painted pavement markings can improve visibility of bike lanes at intersections • Alerts all roadway users of expected behaviors to reduce conflicts with turning vehicles and at driveways
RURAL ROUTE (CLASS 3)
• Provide shoulders to accommodate bicyclists
• Supplement with warning signage and wayfinding
• Located in rural areas where dedicated bicycle facilities will not fit, or would be inappropriate given the surrounding context
RECTANGULAR RAPID FLASHING BEACONS (RRFB)
• RRFBs combine a crossing warning sign with a bright flashing beacon that is activated only when a bicyclist or pedestrian is present • Increases motorists’ yielding compliance and bicyclist and pedestrian visibility These bicycle facilities and improvements are a part of the bicycle planning “toolbox” and will be considered as a part of the San Mateo Bicycle Master Plan recommendations.
Bicycle Network Facilities
San Mateo Bicycle Master Plan