Signs, Pavement Markings, and Pedestrian Infrastructure
Public right-of-way assets, such as signs, pavement markings, crosswalks, and pedestrian features—are critical to safety, accessibility, and regulatory compliance. Missing, faded, damaged, or non-compliant assets increase crash risk, expose agencies to liability, and undermine ADA accessibility.
We help cities, counties, and public agencies detect, inventory, and manage PROW assets using a combination of field surveys, geospatial data, and advanced analytics.
Assets We Identify and Inventory
Our PROW asset inventories can include:
- Regulatory, warning, and guide signs
- Pavement markings (centerlines, edge lines, stop bars, crosswalks, bike markings)
- School zone and pedestrian crossing features
- Stop-controlled and signalized intersection assets
- Pedestrian signage and wayfinding elements
- Other right-of-way safety and accessibility features
Each asset is geolocated, photo-documented, and mapped in GIS, creating a living inventory that supports maintenance, compliance, and capital planning.
Pavement Markings & Visibility Assessment
Faded or missing pavement markings are a documented safety risk and a frequent factor in claims following traffic incidents. We evaluate pavement markings for:
- Presence and completeness
- Visibility and condition (faded, worn, missing)
- Crosswalk continuity and alignment
- Consistency with roadway function and pedestrian usage
This allows agencies to proactively identify locations where restriping or remarking is needed before complaints or incidents occur.
ADA & Accessibility Considerations in the PROW
Many PROW assets directly affect ADA accessibility, including pedestrian crossing signage, detectable warnings, and crosswalk alignment. When these elements are missing or improperly placed, agencies may be subject to complaints or enforcement actions by the U.S. Department of Justice.
Our inventories support ADA compliance by:
- Identifying missing or inaccessible pedestrian features
- Supporting ADA Transition Plans with defensible data
- Documenting good-faith efforts toward accessibility improvements
Safety & MUTCD Alignment
Signage and pavement markings are governed by nationally recognized standards, including the Federal Highway Administration’s Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Non-compliant or deteriorated assets can increase exposure to claims following crashes.
Our approach helps agencies:
- Identify assets that may not meet current standards
- Prioritize replacements based on risk and usage
- Plan systematic upgrades rather than reactive fixes
Built for Asset Management & Capital Planning
All PROW asset data is structured to integrate with:
- GIS platforms
- Asset management systems
- Maintenance and work order programs
- Capital Improvement Programs (CIPs)
This enables agencies to move from fragmented inventories to a single source of truth for public right-of-way assets.
The Bottom Line
Signs, pavement markings, and PROW assets are not just operational details—they are safety-critical infrastructure with direct implications for ADA compliance and legal exposure.
Our PROW asset detection and inventory services give agencies the data and insight needed to:
Plan maintenance and capital investments strategically
Improve pedestrian and roadway safety
Reduce liability and claims risk
Support ADA compliance and Transition Plans
