Traffic Calming Pilot Study

Starting January 22nd, the City of Palm Coast will begin its Traffic Calming Pilot Study, an initiative prioritized by the City Council to enhance roadway safety and improve neighborhood quality of life.

What is The Traffic Calming Pilot Study?

The Traffic Calming Pilot Study stems from the findings of the Residential Speed Study conducted in 2024 by Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., which identified key areas of concern related to speeding and safety within Palm Coast neighborhoods. 

This comprehensive study analyzed speed data across 109 locations in 48 neighborhoods and highlighted the need for targeted traffic calming measures on roads like Florida Park Drive and Cimmaron Drive, where excessive speeding and safety risks were evident. Based on these findings, the City Council prioritized the development of a citywide Traffic Calming Plan, aiming to improve road safety and enhance neighborhood livability while maintaining collaboration with residents through ongoing feedback and engagement​.


What Traffic Calming Devices Will Be Installed?

Speed Cushions: Targeted Speed Reduction with Minimal Impact on Emergency Services
Speed cushions are raised devices placed across the roadway, designed to slow down vehicles without significantly impeding emergency vehicles like fire trucks or ambulances. Unlike traditional speed bumps, speed cushions are segmented, allowing wider vehicles to pass through without delay. These installations effectively reduce average traffic speeds, improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists, and discourage cut-through traffic in residential areas. By balancing the need for speed reduction with accessibility for essential services, speed cushions offer a practical and efficient solution for enhancing road safety.


Chicanes: A Creative Approach to Encouraging Safer Driving
Chicanes are a series of gentle curves or alternating lane shifts built into the roadway, compelling drivers to reduce speed as they navigate the altered path. These structures can be created using landscaped islands, planters, or other visual elements to enhance the aesthetic appeal of neighborhoods. Chicanes not only reduce vehicle speeds but also increase driver attentiveness by requiring more careful navigation. This approach fosters a safer environment for all road users while adding a touch of greenery or architectural interest to the streetscape.


Lane Narrowing: Simple Design, Significant Impact
Lane narrowing involves reducing the width of traffic lanes, either through pavement markings, or curb extensions. By decreasing lane width, drivers naturally slow down, as narrower lanes require more focused steering and attention. This method is cost-effective and adaptable, often combined with other traffic calming measures. Lane narrowing improves pedestrian safety by reducing crossing distances.


We Want to Hear from YOU!

As traffic calming devices are installed on roads throughout our community, we want to hear from you! Click the links below for each street to complete a short survey. Your feedback will help shape the future of traffic calming techniques on these roads and throughout our city!

Traffics Calming Pilot Study Survey

Cimmaron Drive

Speed Cushions have been installed on Cimmaron Drive. Do you favor this traffic-calming device? Take the survey!

Take the Survey!

Florida Park Drive

Speed Cushions have been installed on Florida Park Drive. Do you favor this traffic-calming device? Take the survey!

Take the Survey!

Farmsworth Drive

Chicanes will soon be installed on Farmsworth Drive. Keep checking back for more information and an opportunity to leave feedback!

Survey Coming Soon!

Forest Grove Drive

Chicanes will soon be installed on Forest Grove Drive. Keep checking back for more information and an opportunity to leave feedback!

Survey Coming Soon!

Woodbury Drive

Lane narrowing will soon be installed on Woodbury Drive. Keep checking back for more information and an opportunity to leave feedback!

Survey Coming Soon!

Sea Trail

Lane narrowing will soon be installed on Sea Trail. Keep checking back for more information and an opportunity to leave feedback!

Survey Coming Soon!