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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 24, 2024 |
Olga George
Press Secretary
Mayor's Office
olga.george@pittsburghpa.gov
412-627-0679 |
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Polish Hill Pedestrian Safety Improvements
Crosswalk Updates at Herron Avenue & Melwood Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA – Residents should be aware of construction work taking place at the intersection of Herron and Melwood Avenue to improve pedestrian safety. The Department of Mobility and Infrastructure (DOMI) will begin work on the following pedestrian crossing upgrades:
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Speed table ahead of the pedestrian crossing
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High-visibility ‘piano key’ crosswalk
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Updated signage & pavement markings
This project was chosen after a traffic study concluded that while only 36% of motorists exceeded the posted speed limit of 25 miles per hour, the yield compliance for the pedestrian crossing was exceptionally low.
“I am thrilled to announce the pedestrian crossing improvements at Herron Ave. and Melwood Ave. These upgrades advance our vision of a safe, welcoming, and thriving Pittsburgh, while bringing us closer to our Vision Zero goal of eliminating traffic fatalities. Our commitment to safe streets for all remains strong,” said Mayor Ed Gainey.
Construction work is tentatively expected to start Thursday, July 25th, 2024 and is expected to take roughly two days.
Speed table construction will occur in two parts, building one side at a time to allow for alternating traffic to pass with flaggers stationed to direct.
Follow along with current progress on the Herron Ave at Melwood Ave crossing improvements. Engage Page For questions about this project or traffic calming in the city of Pittsburgh please email trafficcalming@pittsburghpa.gov.
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