Bikes Take the Lane

Sharrows assist with lateral positioning

US street regulations designate the sharrow to be placed in the lane where bicyclists should ride. See MUTCD Section 9C.07 Shared Lane Marking.

Assist bicyclists with lateral positioning in lanes that are too narrow for a motor vehicle and a bicycle to travel side by side within the same traffic lane

Bridgeway Sharrows Indicate Use Full Lane

The shared lane markers are placed in the middle of the travel lanes indicating where bicyclists should ride.

No Legal Way to Pass a Bike

Given the roadway infrastructure, a bicycle riding in the middle of the lane leaves no room for a vehicle of any size to pass legally. The California 3 Foot Law requires at least 3 feet of space between a vehicle and bicycle. The California Vehicle Code prohibits using the center turn lane for passing.

Bicycle Lanes Provide Legal and Safe Passing

Bridgeway road design does not meet the needs of its users. The result is unlawful and unsafe chaos. See more about Improved Circulation.

Frustrated with Bikes in the Lane?

Change is required. California Vehicle Code requires bicyclists to Stay in the Bike Lane! allowing vehicles drivers to pass safely and lawfully without delays.

Bike Lanes Make a Better Bridgeway

See the proposal.