Parameter Definitions

Functional Classification

Roadway type defined by FHWA. Waze has a list of resources by state for determining the functional class of each segment area.

Functional classes used in BikePed Portal are:

  • Interstate
  • Principal Arterial - Other Freeways and Expressways
  • Principal Arterial - Other
  • Minor Arterial
  • Major Collector
  • Minor Collector
  • Local
  • Trail or Shared Use Path
  • General Activity Count

“General Activity Count” specifically defines counts that are taken on plazas, or other land-use features (e.g. National Mall, Boston Commons).