SB 76 Speed Humps

Question 1

A Speed Hump is a raised portion of the street surface ______ that is slightly ______ than an average automobile and it spans the width of the street.
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Answer 1

1. A Speed Hump is a raised portion of the street surface (3-4”) that is slightly longer than an average automobile and it spans the width of the street. These devices are not to be confused with Speed Bumps, which are generally 3-6” high, 12” wide, and are no longer legal on City streets.

Question 2

Each concrete reducer (speed hump) will be stripped according to what type of design?

Answer 2

2.

• Each concrete reducer (speed hump) will be stripped according to the “receding lines” design.

Question 3

Each asphalt reducer (speed hump) will be stripped according to what type of design?

Answer 3

2.

• Each asphalt reducer (speed hump) will be stripped according to the “chevron” design

Question 4

Typically the advised speed will be __ mph for a 4” reducer (speed hump) and __ mph for a 3” reducer. ADVISORY SPEEDS SHALL BE ADHERED TO AT ALL TIMES.
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Answer 4

2.
• Typically the advised speed will be 15 mph for a 4” reducer (speed hump) and 20 mph for a 3” reducer. ADVISORY SPEEDS SHALL BE ADHERED TO AT ALL TIMES.

Question 5

When signs denoting speed humps are found to be missing, a report shall be forwarded to?

Answer 5

3.Note:

City Planning, 7th floor, Bureau of Operations, FDNY.