Shared Use Paths

Mission

DDOT is committed to providing safe and convenient bicycle and pedestrian access throughout the city through the creation of a network of interconnected trails and shared use paths, as they provide a high-quality walking and biking experience, and act as a supplement to existing bicycle facilities.

FAQ: What is the difference between a trail, a multi-use trail, and a shared-use path?
The terms are used interchangeably in transportation planning. A shared use path is a path used by cyclists, pedestrians, and other non-motorized users which is physically separated from the roadway.

Procedures & Services

• Anacostia Riverwalk Trail

• Metropolitan Branch Trail Map 

• DDOT Trails Program

  • Recreational Trails Program

Department Energy Savings Initiatives-Bike Trails

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Additional Information

Legal References

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Design Standards & Specifications

• DDOT Bicycle Facility Design Guide

• DDOT Design and Engineering Manual, Chapter 28.5: Off-Street Shared Use Path Design Requirements

Transportation Plans & Studies

• DC Bicycle Master Plan

• Shared-Use Path Level of Service Calculator: A User's Guide. U.S. Department of Transportation. (2006).

• MoveDC: Bicycle Element

Other Resources

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