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In-Street Pedestrian Crossing Sign <br />Source: www.pedbikeimages.com / Peter Speer <br />Benefits: <br />• Reminds road users of right of way laws <br />• May reduce vehicle speeds, especially if <br />used in a gating fashion <br />Best Locations: <br />• 3 lanes or fewer <br />• Speeds less than 30 mph <br />• Drivers not yielding to pedestrians in the crosswalk <br />• Vehicle speeds causing problems <br />Design Considerations: <br />• Must maintain and promptly replace damaged signs <br />• Become less effective over time as drivers become used to signs <br />• See also MnMUTCD Section 2B.12 <br />• Must comply with AASHTO breakaway requirements if placed <br />within roadway <br />• Accessibility: Signs must not be placed in middle of crosswalk <br />Planning Level Cost (2019): <br />• Less than $1,000 per location <br />Source: FHWA