The Bikeway Plan; April 1979-County of Hawaii

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Bicycle /Walk Path minimum criteria low pedestrian levels bicycle volume moderate adequate and available sidewalk space minimum sidewalk width ( one way bike traffic) 76 in. Bicycle Route minimum criteria less than 1C00 Average Daily Traffic in outside lane bicycle volume moderate 85% of automobile traffic speed 25 mph or less standards for other 3 bikeway types cannot be met In the evaluation and selection of future bikeways, the following objectives should also be considered. A, Etility Trip 1. Provide bikeways linking major destination points such as between residential areas, shopping centers, schools and employment centers, Or, 'if safety standards can be met, select routes which will serve the most intensely used commuter destinations. 2. Provide bikeways that are integrated with other trans- portation systems, such as the bus system, consider also, other supportive facilities such as bike racks at bus stops and bike carriers on busses. 3* Select routes that are direct and that minimize stops and cross-traffic, 4. In areas where safety standards cannot be met, avoid construction of bi-directional bikeways. 510 In areas of high rainfall where no other shelters are available, provide rain shelters along bike routes at appropriate intervals, Be Recreational Trip. 10 Provide bikeways along scenic roads or areas with historical and cultural spots of interest. 2. Consider installation of bike trails in the planning of park projects, especially where they may be shared with hikers or joggers. _24_