Research Article

A Cyclist-Domain-Based Method for Evaluating the Level of Service of a Bicycle Lane

Table 6

HCM-2010 criterion for bicycle lane LOS on shared-use and exclusive paths.

LOSLOS scoreComments

A>4.0Optimum conditions, ample ability to absorb more riders
B>3.5–4.0Good conditions, some ability to absorb more riders
C>3.0–3.5Meets current demand, marginal ability to absorb more riders
D>2.5–3.0Many conflicts, some reduction in bicycle travel speed
E>2.0–2.5Very crowded, with significantly reduced bicycle travel speed
F2.0Significant user conflicts and diminished experience