The portion of a roadway section constructed for use by pedestrians.  Sidewalks are constructed of a durable, hard and smooth surface and are usually separated from the roadway with a curb.

Issues Addressed

• Pedestrian safety

Applications

• Local street, local collector
• Collector, arterial

Advantages 

• Improve pedestrian safety by moving pedestrians off the roadway
• Channel pedestrians to designated intersection crossings
• Tie together two areas by improving access

Disadvantages

• Relatively expensive to install
• Maintenance

Evaluation Considerations

• Sidewalks will change the character of the neighborhood street
• Maintenance considerations from tree roots

Design/Installation Considerations

• Can be constructed with Asphapt Concrete, Portland Cement Concrete, or bricks.