Part 9: Level crossings

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7  Road geometry, surfacing and lighting

7.6  Level crossing in close proximity to an intersection

Where an existing level crossing is in close proximity to an intersection and a vehicle, particularly a maximum-sized heavy motor vehicle (20–25 m long), could block the level crossing or intersection when departing from either, consideration should be given to providing:

1. (a)   ‘escape lanes’ or auxiliary road space (slip lanes or shoulder widening) to allow the vehicle to escape or wait clear of the railway line or road traffic
2. (b)   where an alternative route exists, partial closure (to vehicles over a defined length) or complete closure
3. (c)   channelisation, realignment or relocation of the road
4. (d)   realignment of the railway line
5. (e)   active control of the level crossing and intersection.

Where queues of traffic block the level crossing, options (c) and (e) would be indicated. If the intersection and level crossing are signalised, the intersection signals and railway signal circuits should be linked.

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