Originally Posted by
genec
OK sure, the only real solution is to have special bridges for peds to cross... 'cause you know, we just cannot trust those folks behind the wheel... no matter what. Oh wait, never mind, I almost forgot, some drivers just go right up on sidewalks to get to the peds.
Crossing tunnels are popular in Europe and other parts of the world. Many are associated with subways, but not all of them.
I can think of 2 pedestrian crossing bridges over roads here in Eugene. One near South Eugene HS, and one over the freeway, but they are rare.