Opinions Differ On Road Diets for Traffic Calming Efforts Among Transportation Agencies

Transportation agencies are at odds over the use of road diets for traffic calming efforts. Some view them as a safety measure, while others believe they hinder traffic flow and emergency vehicle access. Recent federal policy changes indicate a shift away from funding projects that reduce lane capacity for vehicles....

Transportation agencies are at odds over the use of road diets for traffic calming efforts. Some view them as a safety measure, while others believe they hinder traffic flow and emergency vehicle access. Recent federal policy changes indicate a shift away from funding projects that reduce lane capacity for vehicles....