Other improvements

Crosswalk at 176th St E
Other methods to improve access

In addition to the ADA Improvement Program, there are other programs that can improve access:
Pierce County Programs
Sidewalk Maintenance Program
This maintenance work includes vegetation trimming, crack filling, grinding uneven surfaces, casting new concrete sidewalk panels, and maintaining asphalt pedestrian paths in the public right-of-way.
Spot safety improvements
Some limited improvements built by county forces may be made as a result of a citizen request about a specific access issue.
Traffic signal improvements
This operations and maintenance work includes the replacement of accessible pedestrian push buttons.
Roadway resurfacing programs
This preservation work, which includes asphalt overlays, may result in changes to crosswalks, which trigger requirements for accessible curb ramps.
Road improvement projects
These projects are built to increase roadway capacity, increase traffic safety, add new corridor connections, support economic development, improve intersections, support non-motorized transportation and more. When a project alters an existing pedestrian facility, the facilities are made ADA compliant to the maximum extent feasible.
Other Programs
Developer Improvements
When private development work alters existing pedestrian facilities, the developer must make them accessible to the maximum extent feasible.
Work by other agencies
Utility companies, public transit agencies, the Washington State Department of Transportation, and nearby cities and counties may build or alter pedestrian facilities within the Pierce County right-of-way.
Note:
Pierce County regularly reviews and improves design standards, policies, and procedures. This is to ensure new facilities comply with ADA and do not require future changes.