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Universal Access Meeting Accessibility Requirements in Public Rights of Way

Universal Access Meeting Accessibility Requirements in Public Rights of Way . Oklahoma City ADA Contractor Course By Dr. Tammy Sagastizado. F irst …. Take out a piece of paper and pen or pencil Relax and take a moment to think about your typical day

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Universal Access Meeting Accessibility Requirements in Public Rights of Way

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  1. Universal AccessMeeting Accessibility Requirementsin Public Rights of Way Oklahoma City ADA Contractor Course By Dr. Tammy Sagastizado

  2. First… • Take out a piece of paper and pen or pencil • Relax and take a moment to think about your typical day • From the moment you leave your house or apartment, what do you need to do to get into and settled at your workplace ready to work? • Write down as many of the steps as possible

  3. Individuals http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0fvKp7voPkg&feature=related

  4. BACKGROUND &WHY ADA EMPHASIS/CURRENT ISSUES

  5. Universal Access for All - ADA WSDOT-ADA-Training

  6. WSDOT-ADA-Training

  7. The Rehabilitation Act American Barriers Act (ABA) Americans with Disabilities Act 1990 1968 1973 2007 1982 2005 2002 1991 1984 Minimum Guidelines and Requirements for Accessible Design Special Report (PROWAC) 1990 Draft Guidelines (PROWAC) ADA Standards for Accessible Design ADA Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG) Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards Revised Draft Guidelines (PROWAC) LAWS GUIDANCE WSDOT-ADA-Training

  8. Background • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) • July 26, 1990 • Applies to State and Local governments • Applies to private business that meet the definition of “public accommodation” • Includes those that receive no federal financial assistance • New construction and alterations WSDOT-ADA-Training

  9. Background • ADA Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG) • July 1991 published • Sept. 1991 ADAAG for Transportation Facilities • July 2004 update • Supplement in 2006/2007 (USDOT) WSDOT-ADA-Training

  10. Background • Public Rights of Way Accessibility Committee (PROWAC) • Established 1999 • Develop recommendations on guidelines for accessible public rights-of-way • Draft Guidelines, June 2002 • Revised Draft Guidelines, Nov. 2005 • Special Report: Planning and Designing for Alterations, July 2007 WSDOT-ADA-Training

  11. Current Issues • Lawsuits around the country • all public sidewalks accessible • 20Kinney vs. Yerusalim (1993) Resurfacing considered alteration Resurfacing projects require curb ramps • Barden vs. City of Sacramento, CA (2004) Make % annual budget allocated to ADA • Recent filing against CALTRAN WSDOT-ADA-Training

  12. Types of Pedestrians • Older Adults • Children • Mobility Impairment • Sensory and Cognitive Impairment • Veterans with Prosthetic Limbs • Other Medical Concerns

  13. Disabilities • http://www.stripes.com/news/x2-prosthetic-leg-now-offered-to-older-veterans-1.115257

  14. Disabilities • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wG3ZDgVddZE

  15. TERMINOLOGY

  16. Pedestrian Access Route • Sidewalk or paved shoulder. • Running slope may match roadway grade. • 2% cross slope required. WSDOT-ADA-Training

  17. Cross Slope • Steep cross slopes make the sidewalk difficult for a wheelchair to travel across. FHWA Designing Sidewalks and Trails for Access Part II of II WSDOT-ADA-Training

  18. When cross slopes change rapidly over a short distance, the use of wheelchairs or other types of walking aids becomes extremely unstable. Cross Slope FHWA Designing Sidewalks and Trails for Access Part II of II WSDOT-ADA-Training

  19. NOT acceptable!

  20. Disabilities • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wG3ZDgVddZE

  21. Running Slope • Allowed to match roadway grade when sidewalk located parallel and adjacent to roadway. WSDOT-ADA-Training

  22. The grade parallel to direction of travel. Sidewalk Building and Facility Ramps Perpendicular Curb Running Slope Parallel Curb Ramp WSDOT-ADA-Training

  23. Excessive slope difference can cause a wheelchair to flip forward or backward. Counter Slope FHWA Designing Sidewalks and Trails for Access Part I of II WSDOT-ADA-Training

  24. The gutter slopes counter to the slope of the curb ramp to promote drainage. Counter Slope FHWA Designing Sidewalks and Trails for Access Part I of II WSDOT-ADA-Training

  25. Landing Landings L w Landing • Area that needs to be Level (0 to 2% both directions) Curb Ramps Building and Facility Ramps WSDOT-ADA-Training

  26. Detectable Warning Surface • Located at the bottom of ramp parallel to curb • Contrasting color WSDOT-ADA-Training

  27. Pedestrian Signal Button Location Level Landing L Ramp Cross Slope Ramp Running Slope W Ramp Flare Flare Detectable Warning Gutter Counter Slope Curb Ramp WSDOT-ADA-Training

  28. Running Slope Landing Building & Facility Ramp Applies to bridges, pedestrian bridges and undercrossings; sites such as rest areas, park and ride lots, transit facilities; shared-use paths and meandering pedestrian access routes (independent horizontal and vertical alignment from the roadway). WSDOT-ADA-Training

  29. Maximum Reach • Pedestrian signal button at controlled crossings. FHWA Designing Sidewalks and Trails for Access Part I of II WSDOT-ADA-Training

  30. Detection Barrier >27" 27” MAX When an obstruction of a height greater than 27” from the surface would create a protrusion of more than 4” into the pedestrian circulation area, construct additional curb or foundation at the bottom to provide a maximum 4” overhang. Protruding objects of a height 27” are detectable by cane and do not require additional treatment. DETECTION BARRIER FOR VERTICAL CLEARANCE <80”

  31. DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS

  32. Walking is the most fundamental form of transportation Walkability takes into account the quality of pedestrian facilities, roadway conditions, land use patterns, community support, security and comfort for walking. Land Use Setting • Community • Accessibility • Location of Destinations • Quality of Connections Site Design • Pathways • Building Access ways • Related Facilities

  33. Physical Accessibility:Curbs, Walkways, and Ramps • Curb ramps must be provided wherever an accessible route crosses a curb. Curb cuts MUST be kept clear of obstacles! • Ground, walk, and floor surfaces along accessible routes are to be stable, firm, and slip-resistant under all weather conditions.     • The maximum slope of a ramp should be 1:12 or 1 inch of vertical rise for every 12 inches of horizontal distance and have a landing with a 5 foot turning radius at the top and the bottom. • Handrails on both sides are required on sidewalks and ramps with a vertical elevation rise greater than 6 inches or a horizontal run greater than 6 feet.

  34. A leaf? Multiple pours?What to do? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jrW_TTxP1ow WSDOT-ADA-Training

  35. Design • Design Manual 1025.04(6) • Improvement Projects – Pedestrian needs to be addressed • Preservation Projects - “Alteration” • Use of Standard Plans • Make site specific (evaluate) • Design for Constructability • Min. = Min. and Max. = Max • Be aware of construction tolerance WSDOT-ADA-Training

  36. Design • Documentation • Inventory existing conditions • Document deficiencies/decisions • Maximum Extent Feasible • Develop Traffic Control Plans • Determine Pedestrian users in project area • Alternate Pedestrian Access Route through Work Zones. WSDOT-ADA-Training

  37. Resource • PROWAC • Special Report: Planning and Designing for Alterations, July 2007 • Link on Design Office website WSDOT-ADA-Training

  38. COMMON PEDESTRIAN FEATURES

  39. Common Pedestrian Features • Curb ramps • Driveways • Crosswalks • Identified Pedestrian Access Route • Pedestrian Crossings (Audio/Visual) WSDOT-ADA-Training

  40. Feature:Curb Ramps

  41. Curb Ramp Mess Gives Bend Council Headaches By Mackenzie Wilson and Barney Lerten, KTVZ.COM POSTED: 12:09 pm PDT September 2010 http://www.ktvz.com/news/24858262/detail.html

  42. Pedestrian Signal Button Location Level Landing L Ramp Cross Slope Ramp Running Slope W Ramp Flare Flare Detectable Warning Gutter Counter Slope Curb Ramp WSDOT-ADA-Training

  43. Detectable Warning Surface • Located at the bottom of ramp parallel to curb • Contrasting color WSDOT-ADA-Training

  44. Common Elements • 4’ clear width excluding flares. • Detectable warning where curb ramp, landing or blended transition connects to street. • Grade breaks not permitted within elements. Smooth surface required where grade breaks meet. • Changes in level not permitted on elements. • 4’ x 4’ clear space beyond the curb line and outside parallel travel lane. • 5% max. counterslope.

  45. HOW BIG? (It’s just a little gap…)

  46. < 36” >

  47. Basic RequirementsCurb Ramps (& blended transitions) • Must connect to street within crosswalk • One curb ramp per crossing • Types – in order of preference • Perpendicular • Parallel • Combination / Blended transitions (Perpendicular and Parallel) • Diagonal

  48. Types of Curb Ramps • Perpendicular • Parallel • Combination (Perpendicular and Parallel) • Diagonal

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