Pedestrian crossings already existed more than 2,000 years ago , as can be seen in the ruins of Pompeii. Blocks raised on the road allowed pedestrians to cross the street without having … See more

Unmarked crossings
In some countries, including the US, "unmarked crosswalks" are presumed to occur at intersections even if a crossing is not marked, except … See more

North America
In the United States, crosswalks are sometimes marked with white stripes, though many municipalities have slightly different styles. The … See more

Pedestrian controlled crossings are sometimes provided with enhanced features to assist disabled people.
Tactile indications
Tactile cones near or under the control button may rotate or shake when the pedestrian signal is … See more

Pedestrian crossing warrants are guidelines for the appropriate pedestrian crossing type for a site's traffic conditions. There are several guidelines in use across the world, and guidance and practice differ between jurisdictions. An over-emphasis by traffic engineers … See more

Pedestrian call buttons
Pedestrian call buttons (also known as pedestrian push buttons or pedestrian beg buttons) are installed at traffic lights with a dedicated pedestrian … See more

There are two types of crosswalk lights: those that illuminate the whole crosswalk area, and warning lights. Both these lighting systems encourage oncoming traffic to yield for pedestrians only if necessary.
The Illuminating … See more