Bronx Zoo | Inclusive Rec Database

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

Does transportation serve area or facility?

Yes

If yes, type of transportation available:

Public

If yes, does transportation accommodate a person using a wheelchair?

N/A

Comments/additional information about transportation:

The BxM11 express bus makes stops along Madison Avenue, between 26th and 99th Streets, then travels directly to the Zoo’s Bronx River entrance (Gate B). For your return trip, pick up the bus just outside the same gate at the MTA BxM11 sign (just before the underpass). In the Bronx, take Bx9 or Bx19 buses to 183rd Street and Southern Blvd, which is the location of the Zoo’s Southern Blvd pedestrian entrance (Gate C). Or take the Bx12 or Bx22 buses to Fordham Road and Southern Blvd, then walk 5 blocks south on Southern Blvd to 183rd Street. By train: Take Metro North’s Harlem line to Fordham, then take the Bx9 bus eastward to 183rd Street and Southern Blvd.

APPROACH: ParkingBronx Zoo

Are designated or marked accessible parking spaces provided?

Yes

If yes, are the spaces clearly marked with upright signs designating them as accessible?

(International symbol of accessibility or clear wording)

N/A

Number of designated accessible spaces:

(If unlined, approximate number of accessible spaces)

23 spaces

Width of designated accessible spaces:

9 inches

Number of designated accessible spaces with access aisles:

15 spaces

Distance from parking to entrance:

(If no designated accessible parking, measure distance from middle of parking lot/area to entrance)

2640 feet

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from parking to entrance?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

asphalt, paved surface

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

6 %

Width of route of travel (at its narrowest point):

91 inches

Comments/additional information about parking and route of travel to entrance:

At the Fordham parking entrance, a parking fee is paid first without getting out of your car. After paying the fee, you proceed to parking area and then to exhibit entrance.

APPROACH: ParkingBronx Zoo

Are designated or marked accessible parking spaces provided?

Yes

If yes, are the spaces clearly marked with upright signs designating them as accessible?

(International symbol of accessibility or clear wording)

N/A

Number of designated accessible spaces:

(If unlined, approximate number of accessible spaces)

30 spaces

Width of designated accessible spaces:

120 inches

Number of designated accessible spaces with access aisles:

30 spaces

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from parking to entrance?

N/A

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

concrete, pavement

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

15 %

APPROACH: ParkingBronx Zoo

Are designated or marked accessible parking spaces provided?

Yes

If yes, are the spaces clearly marked with upright signs designating them as accessible?

(International symbol of accessibility or clear wording)

N/A

Number of designated accessible spaces:

(If unlined, approximate number of accessible spaces)

27 spaces

Width of designated accessible spaces:

9 inches

Number of designated accessible spaces with access aisles:

11 spaces

Distance from parking to entrance:

(If no designated accessible parking, measure distance from middle of parking lot/area to entrance)

4 feet

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from parking to entrance?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

concrete, paved

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

0 %

Comments/additional information about parking and route of travel to entrance:

All of the accessible parking spaces are less than 100 feet from the entrance.

ENTER: EntrancesWorld Of Reptiles Entrance

Is the international symbol of accessibility (or signage designating accessibility) displayed by entrance?

Yes

Are there stairs to gain entry?

Yes

Step count

4 stairs

Handrail type

steel pipe

Is a ramp provided?

Yes

If yes, width of ramp (at its narrowest point):

45 inches

If yes, slope of ramp (at its steepest incline):

8 %

If yes, depth of ramp landing:

75 inches

If yes, describe the surface of ramp:

concrete

Describe the type of railing on the ramp:

steel pipe

Type of door:

Manual

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Yes

If yes, distance between doors:

62 inches

Clear open width of door:

61 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

4 pounds

Handle type entering:

Pull

Handle type exiting:

Push Plate

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

21 inches

ENTER: EntrancesSouthern Blvd. Gate Entrance

Is the international symbol of accessibility (or signage designating accessibility) displayed by entrance?

Yes

Are there stairs to gain entry?

Step count

0 stairs

Handrail type

not applicable

Is a ramp provided?

If yes, describe the surface of ramp:

not applicable

Describe the type of railing on the ramp:

not applicable

Type of door:

Open

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

N/A

Handle type entering:

Turnstyle

Handle type exiting:

Turnstyle

Comments/additional information about entrance:

Guests using a wheelchair, do not have to enter through the turnstyles - there are open spaces next to each turnstyle that guests can enter through.

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance (if indoor facility) or parking (if outdoor facility) to registration/check-in area?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

asphalt, paved surface

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

0 %

Is the registration/reception/check-in counter easily located?

Yes

Height of counter:

34 inches

If counter is higher than 36", is a fold-out shelf available?

N/A

Is the registration area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering? (60" circle)

Yes

If no, provide dimensions of free space in registration area:

65 inches x 65 inches

Is signage clear in registration area?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering)

Yes

USE: Public Restroom/Toiletservice area restroom

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance (if indoor facility) or parking (if outdoor facility) to restroom?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

asphalt, paved surface

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

0 %

Is a single use restroom provided?

(e.g. family, companion, single room)

Is signage clear?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering provided for signs)

Yes

Is there a door to restroom?

Yes

Clear open width of door to restroom:

33 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

6 pounds

Handle type entering:

Push Plate

Handle type exiting:

Push Plate

Does the toilet stall door swing open to outside of stall?

Yes

Is the toilet area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

(60" circle)

Yes

Are grab bars mounted on at least two sides of the toilet?

Yes

Number of grab bars:

2 bars

Toilet seat height:

18 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

Yes

Height of sink:

35 inches

Sink is:

Wall

Depth of knee space under sink:

(from outer edge of sink to pipes or other obstruction under sink)

19 inches

Location of soap dispensers:

Sink

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

44 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Sink

If wall-mounted, height of hand dryers/paper towel dispensers:

45 inches

USE: Public Restroom/Toileteco restroom at B4 entrance next to parking lot B

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance (if indoor facility) or parking (if outdoor facility) to restroom?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

pavement

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

0 %

Is a single use restroom provided?

(e.g. family, companion, single room)

Is signage clear?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering provided for signs)

Yes

Is there a door to restroom?

Yes

Clear open width of door to restroom:

39 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

3 pounds

Handle type entering:

Lever

Handle type exiting:

Lever

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

18 inches

Does the toilet stall door swing open to outside of stall?

Yes

Is the toilet area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

(60" circle)

Yes

If no, provide dimensions of free floor space in stall/toilet area:

62 inches x 62 inches

Are grab bars mounted on at least two sides of the toilet?

Yes

Number of grab bars:

2 bars

Toilet seat height:

1 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

Yes

If no, provide dimensions of free space in sink area:

60 inches x 60 inches

Height of sink:

34 inches

Sink is:

Wall

Depth of knee space under sink:

(from outer edge of sink to pipes or other obstruction under sink)

11 inches

Location of soap dispensers:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

47 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of hand dryers/paper towel dispensers:

47 inches

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletCongo Gorilla Forest restroom

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance (if indoor facility) or parking (if outdoor facility) to restroom?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

pavement

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

0 %

Is a single use restroom provided?

(e.g. family, companion, single room)

Is signage clear?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering provided for signs)

Yes

Is there a door to restroom?

Handle type entering:

Open

Handle type exiting:

Open

Does the toilet stall door swing open to outside of stall?

Yes

Is the toilet area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

(60" circle)

Yes

Are grab bars mounted on at least two sides of the toilet?

Yes

Number of grab bars:

2 bars

Toilet seat height:

17 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

N/A

Height of sink:

33 1/2 inches

Sink is:

Wall

Depth of knee space under sink:

(from outer edge of sink to pipes or other obstruction under sink)

12 inches

Location of soap dispensers:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

36 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of hand dryers/paper towel dispensers:

41 inches

Comments/additional information about public restroom/toilet:

The accessible stall door is 3 feet wide, has a 62 inch turning radius and the toilet is 17 inches high. There are water fountains outside the restroom that are 3 feet high.

USE: Elevator(s)

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

0 %

USE: Stairs

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

0 %

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingBronx Zoo

APPROACH: ParkingBronx Zoo

APPROACH: ParkingBronx Zoo

ENTER: EntrancesWorld Of Reptiles Entrance

ENTER: EntrancesSouthern Blvd. Gate Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/Toiletservice area restroom

USE: Public Restroom/Toileteco restroom at B4 entrance next to parking lot B

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletCongo Gorilla Forest restroom

USE: Elevator(s)

USE: Stairs

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingBronx Zoo

APPROACH: ParkingBronx Zoo

APPROACH: ParkingBronx Zoo

ENTER: EntrancesWorld Of Reptiles Entrance

ENTER: EntrancesSouthern Blvd. Gate Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/Toiletservice area restroom

USE: Public Restroom/Toileteco restroom at B4 entrance next to parking lot B

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletCongo Gorilla Forest restroom

USE: Elevator(s)

USE: Stairs

Notes about physical inclusion

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