Earlier in September, Dero and DezignLine™, in collaboration with Minneapolis Public Works, installed the first pilot project of the new PEDRAIL™ pedestrian safety barrier. Designed to be modular, easily installed, and very sturdy, the PEDRAIL implemented at Chicago Avenue and 7th Street in downtown Minneapolis creates what’s known as a “bump-out” barrier for pedestrians at the intersection. It serves to decrease the distance one is exposed to vehicular traffic while crossing the intersection, as well as controls the flow of cars by increasing their turning radius. Here’s a photo of the Chicago and 7th St. intersection before the PEDRAIL installation:

The intersection of Chicago Avenue and 7th Street before the PEDRAIL installation.

Looking north.Looking south.Pedestrians benefit from increased visibility and decreased distance across the intersection.The PEDRAIL’s feet leave no anchors exposed to the outer edge of the installation.To leave feedback, call 311.