What is the difference between a recreational trail and a transportation corridor? Will the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail through Concord be a recreational trail or transportation corridor?
A The vision for the BFRT is a non-motorized multi-use trail (a rail trail) to serve as a historical, recreational and alternative transportation resource for residents and visitors. There is no criteria for design of a multi-use trail that distinguishes between a transportation user or a recreational user.Pedestrian facilities by MA regulations and laws must meet ADA criteria. Bicycle facilities that include pedestrian use should be designed to AASHTO guidelines which accommodates both pedestrians and bicycles.
