We work hard to protect the safety of our residents. When it comes to having motorist, bicyclists and pedestrians sharing the roadway, the responsibility is a "two-way street." Following these important guidelines will help improve street safety for bicyclists, motorists and pedestrians.

City of Eagan Roadway Safety Plan - Moving Toward ZERO Deaths. 

City of Eagan Bike and Pedestrian Transportation Master Plan

City of Eagan Crosswalk Policy


Bicyclists

Follow the Law

  • Follow the law - obey all traffic signs and signals. Ride in the same direction as traffic.
  • Be predictable - maintain a straight course and avoid weaving between parked cars.
  • Communicate your intent - look, yield to traffic and signal before turning or changing lanes.

Share the Road

  • Use extreme caution near commercial vehicles - pass only on the left and recognize drivers’ blind spots.
  • See and be seen - wear bright colors, reflective gear and use head and tail lights.

Safety

  • Stick to roads and trails - sidewalk riding puts you at risk for crashes at driveways and intersections. Always yield to pedestrians.
  • Protect yourself - wear a helmet.
  • Avoid distracted bicycling - put away mobile devices and headphones.

Motorists

MOTORISTS - BICYCLISTS

Look-out for bicyclists

  • Be patient when passing a bicyclist - slow down and pass only when it’s safe. Allow clearance of at least three feet.
  • Look before you merge - check mirrors and blind spots before changing lanes.
  • Be on the lookout - watch for and yield to bicyclists before making a turn.
  • Use extra caution around young bicyclists - children’s movements can be unpredictable.
  • Be respectful - don’t speed past a bicyclist to make an upcoming right turn. It’s easy to misjudge how fast bicyclists are traveling.
  • Exit your vehicle safely - look for bicyclists before opening your car door.
  • Think before you honk - honking may startle a bicyclist and cause a crash.

MOTORISTS - PEDESTRIANS

Stop for crossing pedestrians

  • Stop for crossing pedestrians at every intersection, even those without crosswalks or stop lights.
  • Before making a turn, look in all directions for pedestrians.
  • Leave lots of room between you and the pedestrian when stopping.

Watch for pedestrians at all times

  • Scan the road and sides of the road ahead for pedestrians.
  • Look carefully behind your vehicle before backing up, especially for small children.
  • Watch for people in wheelchairs and motorized carts that may be below eye level.

Avoid distracted and aggressive driving

  • Put away the cell phones, food and make-up.
  • Stop for pedestrians, even when they are in the wrong or crossing mid-block.
  • Never pass or drive around a vehicle that is stopped for pedestrians.
  • Obey speed limits and come to a complete stop at STOP signs.

CROSSWALK LAW

  • Drivers must stop for crossing pedestrians at marked crosswalks and at all intersections without crosswalks or stop lights.
  • Pedestrians must obey traffic signs and signals at all intersections that have them.

Pedestrians

Look before you cross

  • Make eye contact with drivers and ensure they see you and will stop.
  • Clearly show your intentions to cross.
  • Watch for turning and passing vehicles.
  • Look across ALL lanes for moving vehicles before proceeding.

Make yourself visible to drivers

  • Stand clear of buses, hedges, parked cars or other obstacles before crossing.
  • Cross in a well-lit area at night.
  • Wear bright-colored clothing and reflective material.
  • Mount a safety flag on a wheelchair, motorized cart or stroller.

Avoid dangerous and distracted behaviors

  • Cross streets at marked crosswalks or intersections; don’t cross-mid block.
  • Remove headphones and stay off cell phones while crossing.
  • Obey all traffic signals.
  • Don't solely rely on traffic signals; look for vehicles before crossing.
  • Always walk on the sidewalk; if there is no sidewalk, walk facing traffic.
  • If intoxicated, don't walk without assistance—a cab ride home may be a safer option.

CROSSWALK LAW

  • Drivers must stop for crossing pedestrians at marked crosswalks and at all intersections without crosswalks or stop lights.
  • Pedestrians must obey traffic signs and signals at all intersections that have them.