Diamond Drive pedestrian crossing at Sycamore
Los Alamos County
Summary
The Transportation Board reported the county has agreed to add a crosswalk with high-intensity flashing beacons at Diamond and Sycamore, linking bus stops and the Pajarito Complex area — a spot where crossing on foot has been hazardous.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 17, 2026.
Impact analysis
RRFBs cost far less than the $200,000-$250,000 hybrid beacon alternative.
Pedestrians and students crossing at a dangerous intersection near the high school and Pajarito Complex.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Environmental Sustainability Board — September 17, 2026
The Transportation Board reported the county has agreed to add a crosswalk with high-intensity flashing beacons at Diamond and Sycamore, linking bus stops and the Pajarito Complex area — a spot where crossing on foot has been hazardous.
Transportation Board — September 3, 2026
Only 7-8 people a day cross Diamond at Sycamore, far below the 20-per-hour threshold for a hybrid beacon, but staff will install flashing beacons and better markings anyway after repeated public requests.
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