Bridge / Crossing
Similar to entry and exits, the design and style of bridges are all different. They pose a number of issues including the lead up, width and surface. This category covers boardwalks and road crossings.
Lead up and lip
Document the lead up from both sides paying extra attention to the surface change and lip. A lip greater than a centimetre will cause problems. Is it steep or worn?
Railing and style
There’s no standard when it comes to pedestrian bridges. Check widths, railing and other features. Are there any safety concerns?
Crossing roads etc.
You may also use this category to document a road crossing from a bus-stop to the entry of a track. Mountain bike tracks might also need crossing.
What to look out for
- Lead up and off the bridge:
- Is it smooth with no lip?
- Is there a gradient or camber?
- Width and style of bridge:
- Is there enough room for two people to cross together side-by-side?
- Are there railings?
- Is it a concrete surface, or timber boards?
- Crossing roads highlight:
- Speed and density of traffic
- Is getting on and off the road without barriers?
Wide concrete bridge with smooth entry and exit. No railing.
Medium bridge, wide enough for two people, small lip transitioning from gravel.
Safe crossing with an island, connects directly to track entry-exit.