Crosswalks

Crosswalks are an essential element of the City’s pedestrian network. In 2015 the City Council adopted an order establishing an official list of crosswalks, which was published on the website of the Department of Public Services. DPS updated this inventory in 2023, focusing on line painting details.

Over the years, some crosswalks have been added and a few have disappeared. There are also some locations where additional crosswalks should be considered, either because the distance between existing crosswalks is too long or because high traffic speeds or volumes make it challenging to cross the street safely.

In 2025 Newburyport Livable Streets conducted a survey of the crosswalk situation across the City. Using the City’s inventory, we looked not only at crosswalk locations but also at their conditions, lighting and accessibility for those with mobility challenges. We also incorporated the findings and recommendations of several walk and bike audits to identify additional locations where crosswalks and sidewalks are needed for safety.

The report on the crosswalk study was completed in August 2026 and submitted to the Mayor and City Council.

2025 Crosswalk Survey Project: Summary of Findings and Recommendations

Resources

City of Newburyport Active Crosswalks List
– Approved by City Council, 2015 (PDF)
– DPS Update, 2023 (PDF)

Guides

National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO):
– Urban Street Design Guide: Crosswalks and Crossings
– Global Street Design Guide: Pedestrian Crossing Types