Traffic Barrel

Typical Dimensions: 40”H, diameter varies

Cost: $

A traffic barrel one can be used separate the roadway from spaces for people walking or biking, to temporarily block off space, or to delineate traffic calming treatments, parking corrals, or intersection improvements. Traffic barrels are recommended for demonstration projects only.

Boston, MA (City of Boston)

See FDOT Approved Products List: Plastic Drum

Relevant Project Types

• Curb extension
• Mini-roundabout/neighborhood traffic circle
• Left turn hardening and slow-turn wedges
• Daylighting
• Chicane
• Median or pedestrian/bicycle refuge
• Shared street/slow street
• Demonstration path
• Shared Micromobility Corral
• Parklet
• Temporary Plaza