W. Va. Code R. § 126-92-11

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 45, November 8, 2024

Section 126-92-11 - Bus Stop Locations

11.1. The highest priority in establishing bus stop locations must be the safety of students. Every effort should be made by county boards to select a safe bus stop location with ample waiting areas for students. With irregular terrain, special consideration must be given in establishing a bus stop location.

11.2 Ideally, bus stops should be located out of the traffic stream and at least 2/10 of a mile apart. Operators should avoid stopping at intersections whenever possible.

11.3. For bus stop locations near a railroad crossing, consideration should be given to the traffic flow in the area and to assure that adequate distance is allowed for traffic to clear the railroad tracks. The safety of the general motorists should be considered.

11.4. The minimum sight distance should be related to the approved speed of traffic. The approved speed is the posted speed limit, advisory speed limit, or a value judged to most accurately represent the prevailing speed at a specific location.

11.4.a. Sight distance needed on a level grade for essential speeds is as follows:

Speed/Miles Per Hour (MPH)	Recommended Sight Distance	Minimum Sight Distance
25	300 feet	139 feet
30	360 feet	176 feet
35	420 feet	219 feet
40	480 feet	263 feet
45	540 feet	314 feet
50	600 feet	369 feet
55	660 feet	432 feet
EXCEPTION: When a bus stop is near the crest of a hill or a curve, the view of approaching traffic is obstructed, the sight distance shall be a minimum of 200 feet.

11.5. West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT) District Traffic Engineers will provide assistance in the selection and the use of bus STOP signs which warn motorists of the presence of students at a bus stop. The county board shall request assistance from the WVDOT if needed.

11.6. Bus stops should be located to minimize students' walking along roadways.

11.7. Wherever possible, bus stops should be located to minimize the need for students to cross the highway.

11.8. The operator shall contact the county director when a bus stop is determined to be potentially unsafe. The county director shall evaluate and take action to relocate the stop to a safer place, if necessary.

11.8.a. The county director may request the Exective Director/designee to assist in evaluation of bus stop locations, but the final decision shall remain the responsibility of the county board.

11.9. Operators are to pick up and discharge students only at the designated locations. Any transfer points should be conducted off highway, with a preference given to transferring on school property.

W. Va. Code R. § 126-92-11