Crosswalk Engineering

Per Oregon statute, every intersection is a pedestrian crossing unless the crossing is closed by official action.

Closing a Crossing

For ODOT highways, use the process detailed in the Traffic Manual. The state traffic roadway engineer approves all requests for crossing closures.

Use local jurisdiction approval processes when requesting a closure for a road owned by a local municipality.

Technical Requirements

• Location of Crosswalks on State Highway, RD21-01 (B)
• Traffic Manual, section 310.8.
• Oregon Bicycle and Pedestrian Design Guide, Chapter 5 - This guide is Appendix L of the Highway Design Manual.

Standards

• Standard Drawing TM240 - Crosswalk Closure Detail

Forms

• Crosswalk Closure Request Form
• Region Traffic Engineer Request Form
• State Traffic Roadway Engineer Approval Request Form