Have you ever seen a road that has a special barrier, fence, or wall between the cars and the people walking on the sidewalk? That's called a pedestrian separation structure!
The purpose of this structure is to keep people who are walking safe from the cars that are driving on the road. We want to make sure that the people who are walking feel safe and protected from the cars that can go really fast and can hurt them if they get too close.
The pedestrian separation structure can be made out of different materials, such as metal or concrete, and can be designed in different shapes and colors. Some can have plants or flowers growing on them to make them pretty too!
When we use pedestrian separation structures, it also helps the drivers of the cars focus on the road and not get distracted by the people walking nearby. It's important to always be aware of our surroundings and make sure everyone stays safe!