Crosswalks
The proposed sidewalk along Springlot Drive is isolated from other existing sidewalks, so we purpose it be connected with crosswalks. For the end of the sidewalk at the intersection of Springlot Drive and Kendal Drive, we propose a crosswalk across Springlot as pictured below in Figure 50.
The crosswalk will be behind the stop sign, which is typical placement for visibility and pedestrian protection. On the left side, there is already a crosswalk across Kendal Drive, but it is just grass on the corner of Kendal and Springlot. So, we recommend another small sidewalk to connect the two crosswalks to keep pedestrians on paved surfaces and off of the soft dirt.
On the other end of the long Springlot sidewalk is Sunrise Ridge Circle. To connect to the existing sidewalk system there, we’re proposing another crosswalk across Sunrise Ridge Circle in front of the stop sign with Springlot Drive, as pictured below in Figure 51.
To complete the walkway, a short extension should be made to connect the existing Sunrise Ridge sidewalks with our new crosswalk, as seen across the crosswalk in Figure 51. An extended sidewalk such as the one pictured would be the best option because it would integrate nicely with the existing Sunrise Ridge sidewalk and efficiently connect the crosswalk to keep pedestrians off the street and dirt. To complete this side walk and make it match, it needs to be 4 feet wide and about 28 feet long. The cost for this little segment of sidewalk is about $1200, but it is included in the sidewalk estimate above. A crosswalk typically costs about $1000 (Cost for Infrastructure), so we need to allocate about $2000 for these two crosswalks.
Railings
Railings can already be found all over Kendal’s campus.
Anodized metal railings like the one in the figure provide Kendal community members of all ability levels access to walking paths with limited fall risk. While railings on flat sidewalks may be overkill, our purposed path on the east side of Kendal Drive would have a drop-off into a steep gradient. This poses a greater hazard as the consequences of a misstep off the pathway onto the steep decline may result in a roll down the hill and injury. To combat this hazard, we are proposing the implementation of a railing in between the path next to Kendal Drive and the steep gradient. The railing will match the anodize steel railings found around campus because they are weatherproof and are consistent with the campus aesthetics.
Anodized aluminum 2-line hand rails from Ideal Shield are a great candidate for this project. They are ADA compliant, strong, and utilizes internal/external fittings that require no on-site welding which makes installation cheap and easy. Below is a picture (Figure 53) and the specs (Figure 54).
Signage
Aesthetics are important to Kendal, and they are on the more natural side to align with the surrounding mountains, forests, and fields. Most signs around the community use earth tones—browns, tans, and greens—to align with this natural aesthetic, but there are also a few ‘traditional’ traffic signs (i.e. large yellow diamonds, red stop signs). Currently along Kendal Drive, there is a green 19mph sign, and yellow diamond stop ahead sign, both of which are towards the top of Kendal Drive.
With the additions that we are proposing, some of the signage should change. Most notably, we need to add a sign for the raised crosswalk since it is not at an intersection. Based on feedback from the residents and to align with aesthetics, we recommend a green sign, such as the one pictured below from RoadTrafficSigns.com in Figure 56. The green sign will still catch driver’s attention, but it will not be as unsightly as the traditional yellow sign. It will have the commonly recognized symbolism, and will also be reflective so it is even visible in low-light conditions.
With the added crosswalk before the intersection, we also propose changing the yellow “Stop Ahead” sign to a speed bump ahead sign so drivers are prepared for the speed table that comes before the stop sign. When they get to the speed table, they will have a better sight line to the stop sign, as compared to up the hill. Also, they will be at a much slower speed due to the raised crosswalk, so they will not have to slam on the brakes as they approach the stop sign.
The “Pedestrian Crossing” Sign is $47, and the “Speed Bump Ahead” sign is $65, both from RoadTrafficSigns.com. A standard, 10-feet u-shaped sign post is $55 from uline.com. To complete the project, we would need one “speed bump ahead” sign, two “Pedestrian Crossing” signs, and two posts. The speed bump sign would replace the existing “stop ahead” sign, and the crossing signs would be installed on either side of the crosswalk. Total cost would be about $270.