The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) released Separated Bike Lane Planning and Design Guide. The Guide outlines planning considerations and design options for separated bike lanes (also sometimes called "cycle tracks" or "protected bike lanes") and provides a menu of design options covering typical one and two-way scenarios. It highlights different options for providing separation, while also documenting midblock design considerations for driveways, transit stops, accessible parking, and loading zones. It provides detailed intersection design information covering topics such as turning movement operations, signalization, signage, and on-road markings. Case studies included in the guide highlight notable practices and lessons learned.

The Guide supports FHWA's National Performance Objective to protect and enhance the natural and human environment, foster livable communities, and increase the implementation of sustainable highway practices. The Guide is a resource for practitioners and stakeholders as they plan and design separated bike lanes and implement connected bike networks