APE: Extending Access on Existing Poles

APE: Extending Access on Existing Poles

Accessible pedestrian signals are only as effective as their placement. Standards such as PROWAG and MUTCD define expectations for push button location, reach, orientation, and usability. In practice, many intersections fall short. Not because the wrong equipment was...
Mid-Block Crosswalk Accessibility Map

Mid-Block Crosswalk Accessibility Map

Designing a PROWAG / ADA compliant mid-block crosswalk involves more than simply adding a curb ramp and pedestrian pushbutton. Details such as pushbutton height, the distance from the curb and crosswalk line, clear ground space for wheelchair users, and accessible...
PROWAG & Pedestrian Push Button Factsheet

PROWAG & Pedestrian Push Button Factsheet

When it comes to designing PROWAG / ADA compliant pedestrian infrastructure, there’s no room for guesswork. The Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG) set the national standard for how cities must design sidewalks, crossings, and signals so that...
Crosswalk Accessibility Map

Crosswalk Accessibility Map

Designing a PROWAG / ADA compliant crosswalk isn’t just about adding pedestrian signals. The details such as button height, spacing, approach paths, and placement relative to the curb all determine whether the installation truly works for people with disabilities. To...
PROWAG Crosswalk Requirements

PROWAG Crosswalk Requirements

PROWAG is a set of technical specifications developed by the U.S. Access Board to help transportation professionals create accessible routes along public streets. It mandates APS anywhere a pedestrian signal is provided, and is widely expected to become an enforceable standard in 2023.