FAQs
Vertical Deflections elevate the physical roadway, making it uncomfortable to travel above the speed limit. These measures include speed humps/speed tables and raised crosswalks.
Horizontal Deflections are physical obstructions that narrow the width of the street to discourage travelling at higher speeds. These treatments can include curb extensions, traffic circles, and lane narrowing.
Pavement Markings provide visual warnings to motor vehicle drivers. These traffic calming treatments can include pavement markings, painted crosswalks, and textured surfaces.
Access Restrictions limit specific vehicle movements. This can be in the form of full or directional closures or raised medians.
What types of traffic calming treatments are available?
Traffic calming measures can be generally grouped into four categories:
Why is the City developing a Traffic Calming Policy?
The Whitehorse Transportation Master Plan (TMP) was recently adopted by City Council. The TMP established an objective to develop a Traffic Calming Policy by 2030, in response to community concerns about safety, shortcutting, speeding, and safety.
At this time, there is no standard process for Whitehorse residents to request traffic calming in their neighbourhoods. The creation of a new Traffic Calming Policy will help the City track and assess resident requests consistently. The policy will also help the City maximize the impact of funding, by prioritizing locations for traffic calming measures and monitoring the effects.
How do I request traffic calming in my neighbourhood?
The Traffic Calming Policy project is dedicated to creating a clear process for community members to request traffic calming in their neighbourhood. In the meantime, Whitehorse community members can continue to request traffic calming by contacting the Engineering Services team at 867-668-8305 or engineering@whitehorse.ca.