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a traffic management strategy that involves reducing the number of lanes on a road to improve safety and accommodate other modes of transportation, such as cycling and walking
What is a "road diet"?
A road diet is a traffic management strategy that reduces the number of lanes on a road to make it safer for all users, including pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. The idea is to reallocate space from vehicle lanes to create safer areas for other types of transportation, like bike lanes or wider sidewalks. A road diet can also improve traffic flow by calming speeds and reducing accidents. This strategy is often used in urban areas to enhance safety, encourage walking and biking, and make the road environment more balanced.
