Bicycle Level of Service
This calculator is intended for use by city managers to calculate the Bicycle Level of Service (BLOS) to see how well-served bicyclists are on various roads. City managers input a variety of factors, such as the number of lanes, the speed limit and number of heavy vehicles, and the calculator provides a measure of how bike and pedestrian friendly that street is. This is a good model for understanding how bicyclists and pedestrians are being served compared to motor vehicles. The model requires extensive data inputs, so it is appropriate for transportation or other officials with access to the necessary information.
Because it is the most energy-efficient form of travel, bicycling is a highly sustainable transportation method for people traveling within cities. Bicycling reduces the amount of gasoline used, the amount of emissions released into the atmosphere and the amount of air pollution in cities. Additionally, bicycle lanes reduce congestion, sprawl and deadly accidents. By installing bike lanes, cities promote "Smart Growth," which better allocates resources around urban centers.
