Operational and Safety Guidelines for Roadway Facilities Around Schools

Project Description

This two-year study developed recommended school site planning guidelines for transportation-related elements such as site selection, general site requirements and design, bus operations, parent drop-off/pick-up zone, driveways, turn lanes, signing and marking, parking, and pedestrian and bicycle access. The project was performed to support the existing TxDOT Precious Cargo program. The guidelines were based on a comprehensive review of existing guidelines and the results of field studies at school sites in Texas. The guidelines are focused on transportation design, operations and safety within school sites, with a particular focus on parent drop-off/pick-up zones. A product of the research was a site plan review checklist that can be used by TxDOT engineers, field crews, architects, and school district personnel to coordinate efforts and improve the safety and efficiency of school site access and traffic flow.

Project Publications

Traffic Operations and Safety At Schools: Review of Existing Guidelines 0-4286-1

Traffic Operations and Safety at Schools: Recommended Guidelines 0-4286-2

Summary of Guidelines for Roadway Facilities Around Schools 0-4286-S

Operations and Safety Around Schools: Overview of Project Activities and Findings 0-4286-3

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