NACTO Urban Bikeway Design Guide Training

The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) will host a series of one-day in-depth training sessions to equip practitioners with a strong foundation to understand the rationale behind modern best practices.

The workshops will be facilitated by NACTO staff focused on the third edition of the National Association of City Transportation Officials Urban Bikeway Design Guide. Modules will highlight key considerations for transportation professionals involved in supporting the design and construction of active transportation facilities, with a focus on bicycle accommodations at intersections.

Training Modules

Bikeway Facility Design

• Protected Bike Lanes
• Paths
• Facilities around Transit Stops
• Curbside Activity Considerations

Signalized and Unsignalized Intersection Design

• Pavement Markings
• Visibility
• Corner Islands
• Signal Phasing
• Roundabouts

Maintenance and Operations

Public and private sector planners, engineers, and related transportation professionals in the Dallas-Fort Worth region are encouraged to attend and gain comprehensive training about the current design guidance and best practices to plan, design, and construct bicycle facilities.

The same material will be covered at each workshop date and location. Seating is limited. Registration for the training is required at no charge. Lunch may be purchased for $15, or attendees may bring a brown bag lunch. The course is eligible for 7 engineering Professional Development Hours (PDH).