Traffic Calming Program
The goal of traffic calming projects is to improve the quality of life in neighborhoods and allow cars to peacefully coexist with other modes of transportation. Traffic calming involves the creation of physical and visual cues, such as speed tables, sidewalk neck downs, and roadway markings which slow the speed of traffic and increase safety. The City generally considers implementing these streetscape changes at the request of community members, with construction often taking place in the course of other projects, such as street repaving and sewer reconstruction. See below for the Traffic Calming Request form.
Examples of Traffic Calming Techniques
Two common elements of traffic calming projects in Cambridge are raised devices (raised croswlaks and raised intersections) and curb extensions.
Traffic Calming Projects
Under Design
- Fulkerson Street - Cambridge Street to Charles Street
- Throndike Street - Sciarappa Street to Fulkerson Street
- Tremont Street at Gardner Road
Awaiting Construction
Under Construction
Completed Projects
Traffic Calming Resources
For More Information
For more information about Traffic Calming contact Juan Avendano, javendano@cambridgema.gov, at 617/349-4655.