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Public Transit

Walking Infrastructure Design

Design comprehensive pedestrian networks that prioritize safety, accessibility, and comfort while creating vibrant, walkable urban environments

Pedestrian Network Designer

Design and optimize pedestrian infrastructure for your city. Adjust parameters to see how different design choices impact walkability, safety, accessibility, and cost.

Higher density = more walkable neighborhoods
Trees, planters, and green spaces

Pedestrian Network Preview

Sidewalks (2.5m)
Green spaces (30%)
Street lighting (50 lux)
54/100
Walkability Index
Fair walking conditions
51%
Safety Score
Pedestrian safety rating
60%
Accessibility Score
Universal access rating

Infrastructure Cost Analysis

Cost Breakdown
Sidewalks$20.0M
Intersections$10.0M
Lighting$4.0M
Green Infrastructure$3.0M
Total Cost$37.0M
Cost Efficiency
• $74k per block
• $185k per km of sidewalk
3.7M per km² of area

ROI Potential: Quality pedestrian infrastructure can increase nearby property values by 5-15% and reduce healthcare costs through improved physical activity.

Walking Infrastructure Design Principles

Connectivity

Create continuous, direct walking routes without unnecessary detours

Block size < 100m
Intersection density > 120/km²
Route directness > 1.3
Safety

Prioritize pedestrian safety through design and traffic management

Speed limit ≤ 30 km/h
Separated bike lanes
Pedestrian-only zones
Comfort

Make walking pleasant with shade, seating, and amenities

Tree canopy > 40%
Seating every 100m
Weather protection
Accessibility

Ensure infrastructure works for everyone regardless of ability

ADA compliant
Tactile paving
Audio signals
Rest areas
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Sidewalk Systems

Continuous, accessible pedestrian pathways with proper width, surface materials, and maintenance.

• Minimum 2.5m width
• Smooth, even surfaces
• Proper drainage
• Regular maintenance
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Green Infrastructure

Integration of trees, planters, and green spaces to provide shade, air quality benefits, and aesthetic appeal.

• Street tree planting
• Green medians
• Vertical gardens
• Rain gardens
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Intersection Design

Safe crossing solutions that prioritize pedestrian movement and reduce conflict points with vehicles.

• Zebra crossings
• Pedestrian signals
• Refuge islands
• Grade separation

Walking Infrastructure Implementation

1

Planning & Assessment

3-6 months

Pedestrian demand analysis
Current infrastructure audit
Stakeholder engagement
Funding strategy development
Key Deliverable: Pedestrian master plan
2

Pilot Projects

6-12 months

Select demonstration corridors
Design pilot interventions
Community consultation
Implementation and monitoring
Key Deliverable: Completed pilot corridors
3

Network Expansion

2-5 years

Priority corridor development
Intersection upgrades
Green infrastructure integration
Maintenance program establishment
Key Deliverable: City-wide pedestrian network
4

Optimization & Maintenance

Ongoing

Performance monitoring
Usage pattern analysis
Maintenance scheduling
Program expansion based on demand
Key Deliverable: Optimized pedestrian system