What is a mid-block crosswalk?
A mid-block crosswalk is a crossing marked at an uncontrolled location (without a traffic signal or a stop sign). A mid-block crossing may be installed when there is a high volume of pedestrian traffic, or if the distance between intersections is substantial. Mid-block crosswalks are designed to discourage pedestrians from making random crossings by confining them to a preferred location where they can be seen by motorists and where they can cross most safely with the flow of vehicular traffic.
