A median barrier is a concrete curb or island that is located on
the centerline of a street and continues through the street's
intersection with a given cross street. Strategically located
median barriers reduce traffic volumes on a street. Median
barriers prevent left turns from the through street and left
turns and through moves from the cross street. Median barriers
are very effective in reducing volumes. Separate opposing
vehicle travel lane Prevent vehicle from passing other vehicles
Depending on location, may improve safety through access
limitations Can be designed with breaks in the landscaping to
provide pedestrian refuge May visually enhance the street
through landscaping |May require major parking removal Prohibit
or limit access and movement (from driveways) May have a
negative impact on emergency services because of access
limitations Median barriers cost approximately $10,000-20,000.
Medians may not significantly affect curbside parking
opportunities, but sometimes parking would be prohibited to