Research & Innovation

Human Factors: Optimizing Crosswalks and Aesthetic Surface Treatments (a.k.a. Pavement Art) for Pedestrians with Disabilities

Summary:

This research will look to establish guidance and technical specifications that complement MUTCD standards and better ensure that aesthetic surface treatments support pedestrians with visual disabilities. The goal will be to establish best practices and guidance for the use of aesthetic crosswalks or pavement art to enhance safer and more efficient use of crosswalks by pedestrians with visual impairments (low vision) and safer vehicle-pedestrian interactions.

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Project Personnel:

Principal Investigator:  Nichole Morris
Co-Principal Investigator:  Curtis Craig, Gordon Legge
Technical Liaison:  Ethan Peterson
Project Coordinator:  Briah Carlson
Panel Members: 
    Jennie Meinz - City of Minneapolis
    Jesse Thornsen - Transportation System Management
    Kenneth Johnson - Traffic Engineering
    Kristie Billiar - Operations Div Admin
    Lisa Austin - Metro District
    Sonja Piper - Traffic Engineering