Mayor's Boston Bikes to Install Bike Lanes on Main and Warren

What are bike lanes? Bike lanes are sections of road designated for exclusive use by cyclists. 

Why install bike lanes? Main and Warren Streets are an important part of the bike network currently being designed by the City. These roadways help cyclists traveling between Charlestown and Downtown Boston. It is appropriate to make these roads as safe as possible, for all users, by adding a bike lane.

What about safety? Bike lanes are proven to make the roads safer for all users.  They do so in the following ways:

• Provide guidance for vehicles wishing to pass cyclists;
• Designate safe riding zone for cyclists;
• Encourage cars to drive at slower, safer speeds;
• Encourage cyclists to bicycle more respectfully and predictably;
• Reduce the number of cyclists biking on the sidewalk;
• Make pedestrians and vehicles more aware of cyclists.

What are the project limits and scope? The City will install bike lanes on Main Street from Austin Street to Chelsea Street and Warren Street from Austin Street to Chelsea Street. These bike lanes will connect with existing bike lanes on Main Street from Austin Street to Medford Street. 

What is involved with installation? Work will take place over 1-3 days in July or August, typically between 7 AM and 3 PM.  Parked cars may need to be temporarily removed.

Will parking be impacted? No parking will be lost or removed.

Will traffic be impacted? Traffic will not be impacted by this project. Lanes will be narrowed, but all lanes will remain.