Potential Benefits of Two-Way Protected Bicycle Lanes

Additional buffer space for bike lane users riding curbside.

Fewer street/driveway crossings if located next to parks, etc.

Concentrates bike lane users, making them more visible to motorists.

Can make bike lanes more visible to users and motorists.

More room to avoid obstructions in the bike lane.

Ability to change direction at any point.

Better accommodates side-by-side social cycling.

Protection in constrained conditions where otherwise would be infeasible.

Could create a trail-like environment if a landscaped median is present.

Savings on protection/maintenance or ability to use better protection.

Possible Future Two-Way Protected Bike Lanes

Duval St

Hancock Dr (west of Burnet Rd)

51st St (west of Airport Blvd)

51st St (west of US 290)

Emerald Forest Dr

E 12th St

Potential Advantages of One-Way Protected Bike Lanes

  • Possibly safer on high-traffic streets, streets with high-use driveways, hills, and intersections

  • Fewer modifications required at intersections

  • Micro-mobility access to both sides of the street

  • Lower chance of collisions between bike lane users riding in opposite directions

  • Easier transitions to other bikeways

  • More familiarity among road users