Cycling Infrastructure

Cycling Infrastructure refers to the physical facilities and design elements that support bicycle transportation, including protected cycle tracks, painted bike lanes, shared-use paths, bicycle boulevards, bike parking, and bike-sharing stations. As cities worldwide invest in active transportation, geospatial analysisGeospatial AnalysisGeospatial analysis applies statistical methods and specialized software to interpret spatial data, uncovering patter... plays a central role in planning connected cycling networks that serve diverse users from experienced commuters to families with children. Network analysisNetwork AnalysisNetwork analysis in GIS models and solves problems on linear networks such as roads, utilities, and waterways. It ena... methods evaluate the connectivity and completeness of cycling infrastructure, identifying gaps where riders must mix with high-speed traffic. Level of Traffic Stress (LTS) classification rates every road segment based on how comfortable it is for cycling, considering factors like speed limits, traffic volumes, number of lanes, and presence of bike facilities. GISGISGeographic Information Systems (GIS) enable users to analyze and visualize spatial data to uncover patterns, relation... mapping of LTS reveals low-stress networks accessible to most people and highlights barriers that prevent network connectivity. Applications include bicycle master plan development, where planners use spatial analysis to design connected networks that maximize coverage within budget constraints. Safety analysis maps crash locations involving cyclists to identify high-risk corridors needing protected facilities. Equity analysis ensures infrastructure investments serve diverse communities. Demand modeling uses census commute data, bike-share trip records, and Strava Metro data to estimate cycling potential and prioritize high-demand corridors.