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All 28 PSCs are listed at the bottom of the page in alphabetical order. Answer one or more of the following questions to obtain a tailored listing of potential PSCs for the location of interest. Users may select multiple answers for each question. After checking the desired box(es), click “Apply”, then the list of PSCs will update at the bottom of the page to match the query. Click “Reset” to remove all filters or keywords and return to the default display of all 28 PSCs. Select a countermeasure name to learn more including a description, safety effectiveness, context, application, cost, and considerations for implementation.Roadway Area Type
                    
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Appropriate Speed Limits for All Road Users
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Leading Pedestrian Interval
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Medians and Pedestrian Refuge Islands in Urban and Suburban Areas
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Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons
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Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFB)
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Road Diets (Roadway Reconfiguration)
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Enhanced Delineation for Horizontal Curves
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Longitudinal Rumble Strips and Stripes on Two-Lane Roads
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Median Barriers
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Roadside Design Improvements at Curves
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SafetyEdgeSM
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Backplates with Retroreflective Borders
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Corridor Access Management
          Dedicated Left- and Right Turn Lanes at Intersections icon
Dedicated Left- and Right-Turn Lanes at Intersections
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Reduced Left-Turn Conflict Intersections
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Roundabouts
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Systemic Application of Multiple Low-Cost Countermeasures at Stop-Controlled Intersections
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Yellow Change Intervals
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Lighting
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Local Road Safety Plans
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Pavement Friction Management
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