What is the process for getting a crosswalk installed on a County road?
By New Jersey State Law, motorists are required to yield to pedestrians at intersections. Therefore, crosswalks in effect, exist at all public street intersections and do not require specific approval by NJDOT. Due to the extensive number of intersections throughout Mercer County, installation of crosswalk lines at all of these locations is simply not feasible. Therefore, we limit installation of crosswalk lines to locations of known pedestrian activity. Installation of crosswalk lines at locations that are between public streets or at private driveways are considered midblock crosswalks and must be legally established by ordinance and approved by the New Jersey Department of Transportation. In general, midblock crosswalks are not permitted within 300 feet of a public street intersection, must be at a location where there is adequate visibility and must have a demonstrate use by pedestrians. State approved signs must be provided at and in advance of the location. If you wish to request
