MDOT Bicycle and Pedestrian Access Master Plan
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Maryland Twenty-Year Bicycle & Pedestrian Master Plan – January 15, 2014
The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) is pleased to announce the release of the Twenty-Year Maryland Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. The Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan establishes a 20-year vision to support cycling and walking as modes of transportation in Maryland. The Plan provides guidance and investment strategies to support cycling and walking, both on-road and off-road, as part of Maryland's multimodal transportation network. The Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan supports the Maryland Transportation Plan, or "MTP", and other key statewide planning efforts. It also addresses recently enacted federal transportation legislation, "Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century." This Plan updates the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan adopted in 2002 and, going forward, will be updated every five years.
The involvement of Maryland's citizens and representatives of many State and local governmental agencies was critical in the development of this Plan. MDOT thanks all participants for their contributions to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, and looks forward to working with all partners to implement the Plan and improving biking and walking in Maryland.
- Maryland Twenty-Year Bicycle & Pedestrian Master Plan
- Appendix A:
State Law Related to Cycling and Walking
- Appendix B:
Current Conditions and Progress Since 2002
- Appendix C:
Public Input Summary
- Appendix D:
Model Ordinances for the Enhancement of Bicycle and Pedestrian Access to Transportation Facilities
Project Contact
Kate Sylvester
Community Planner, MDOT
ksylvester@mdot.state.md.us
March 21, 2013 Public Meeting Maps
What is Bicycle Level of Comfort (BLOC)?
Bicycle Level of Comfort, or BLOC, is a tool transportation planners and engineers use to evaluate bicyclist perceived safety and comfort while traveling in a roadway corridor. The BLOC data shown on the maps was calculated using the Bicycle Level of Service (BLOS) model. This model was developed in the 1990s, and is used by a number of cities, counties, and states around the U.S. The model generates a score for a roadway based on many factors including traffic volumes, traffic speeds, pavement widths, on-street parking and whether there is a usable shoulder or bike lane. The numeric score resulting from the calculation is translated into a letter grade, A through F, where A is rated as "the most comfortable" and F is rated as the "least comfortable." For more information on BLOC, see: SHA Presentation on BLOC and Baltimore Region BLOC analysis
Large Maps (Most Detail)
- Bicycle Level of Comfort and Existing Trails – Region 1
- Bicycle Level of Comfort and Existing Trails – Region 2
- Bicycle Level of Comfort and Existing Trails – Region 3
- Bicycle Level of Comfort and Existing Trails – Region 4
- Bicycle Level of Comfort and Existing Trails – Region 5
- Bicycle Level of Comfort and Existing Trails – Region 6
- Bicycle Level of Comfort and Existing Trails – Northern Eastern Shore
- Bicycle Crashes and Fatalities – 2006 through 2011
- Combined Bicycle, Pedestrian and Public Transit Mode Share to Work
- Pedestrian Crashes and Fatalities - 2006 through 2011
- Local Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Trail Planning
- Trip Generator Density
Small Maps (Fastest Download)
- Bicycle Level of Comfort and Existing Trails – Region 1
- Bicycle Level of Comfort and Existing Trails – Region 2
- Bicycle Level of Comfort and Existing Trails – Region 3
- Bicycle Level of Comfort and Existing Trails – Region 4
- Bicycle Level of Comfort and Existing Trails – Region 5
- Bicycle Level of Comfort and Existing Trails – Region 6
- Bicycle Level of Comfort and Existing Trails – Northern Eastern Shore
- Bicycle Crashes and Fatalities – 2006 through 2011
- Combined Bicycle, Pedestrian and Public Transit Mode Share to Work
- Pedestrian Crashes and Fatalities - 2006 through 2011
- Local Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Trail Planning
- Trip Generator Density
Newsletter
Throughout the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan Update process, MDOT will be publishing three newsletters to update the public on important information. If you would like to subscribe to the newsletter, please visit the Get Involved tab.
Newsletters
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Mailing List Sign-Up
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Technical Reports
Technical reports will be posted as the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan Update progresses. Please check back for updates, or go to the Get Involved tab to receive updates as they are available.
Maryland Twenty-Year Bicycle & Pedestrian Master Plan
- Maryland Twenty-Year Bicycle & Pedestrian Master Plan
- Appendix A:
State Law Related to Cycling and Walking
- Appendix B:
Current Conditions and Progress Since 2002
- Appendix C:
Public Input Summary
- Appendix D:
Model Ordinances for the Enhancement of Bicycle and Pedestrian Access to Transportation Facilities
Draft Maryland Bicycle & Pedestrian Master Plan
2002 Bicycle and Pedestrian Access Master Plan
Important Links
- September 2013 Newsletter
- MDOT Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan Update Survey Results
- Bicycle & Pedestrian Master Plan Info Sheet
Public Meeting Materials
November 13, 2013 Public Meeting Materials
June 11, 2013 Public Meeting Materials
March 21, 2013 Public Meeting Materials
Resources
Cycle Maryland
Governor O'Malley's Cycle Maryland initiative is an effort to encourage more Marylanders to get out and ride, and to make bicycling a true transportation alternative. Cycling is a great way to connect to your community, support a cleaner environment, encourage a healthier lifestyle, reduce household transportation costs and enjoy Maryland's magnificent landscape. www.cycle.maryland.gov provides a one-stop web portal for information about cycling infrastructure, plans, funding opportunities and events.
Cycling Maps and Routes:
- Cycle Maryland Interactive Bicycle And Trail Map
- Maryland Bicycle Map - Downloadable
- Bicycle Trails In Maryland
- Bicycling In State Parks
- Bicycle Club Links
Bicycle Laws and Safety:
- Maryland State Highway Administration Bicycle Safety
- New Bicycle Laws Effective Oct. 1, 2010: Press Release
- Bicycle Law Fact Sheet
- Where Bikes Are Allowed / Other Bike Laws
- Overview of Bicycle Safety and Laws
- Maryland Bicycle Safety
Planning for the Future:
- State Bicycle and Trail Plans: Maryland Trails: A Greener Way to Go
- DNR Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan
- Transit-Oriented Development Builds Walkable Communities
Cycling Funding Programs:
For further information on related programs that also support bicycle projects, see: