Higuera Complete Streets Project

The Higuera Complete Streets Project, managed by the City of San Luis Obispo, is a comprehensive infrastructure initiative focused on enhancing bicycle and pedestrian safety and accessibility. The project involves the construction of a 4.6-mile facility featuring Class IV protected bike lanes and buffered bike lanes along Higuera Street, Madonna Road, Bridge Street, Corrida Drive, Woodbridge Street, and King Court. Key improvements include the installation of high-intensity activated crosswalk beacons, rectangular rapid-flashing beacons, traffic signals, and leading pedestrian intervals. Additionally, the scope includes curb ramp upgrades, the creation of permanent median islands and neighborhood traffic circles in residential areas, and the development of a pedestrian plaza at the intersection of Walker and Pacific Streets. The project is governed by specification number 2001057 and adheres to the 2025 City Standard Specifications, 2023 Caltrans Standard Specifications, and the California MUTCD. Contractors are required to hold a Class A or C12 license and must utilize registered civil engineers or licensed land surveyors for all construction staking. Technical requirements specify the use of 12-inch LED hardwired McCain signal heads and Polar AIN pedestrian push buttons. The project is environmentally cleared under a Class 1 Categorical Exemption per CEQA. Performance is centered in San Luis Obispo, California, with specific operational restrictions regarding equipment horsepower and roller types when working near historic structures over 45 years old to prevent structural damage.