HAWK Pedestrian Signal at Main St and Edison St (live on Monday December 22, 2025)

HAWK Pedestrian Signal

The HAWK pedestrian signal is designed to assist pedestrians when crossing at crosswalks. Its official name is High-Intensity Activated Crosswalk (HAWK) pedestrian signal.

The City of Manteca currently has one HAWK pedestrian signal located at the intersection of Main Street and Edison Street, which will be activated on Monday, December 22, 2025.

How does a HAWK Pedestrian Signal work?

The HAWK signal rests in a dark state, allowing normal traffic flow. In its resting state, the HAWK displays a constant "Don't Walk" indication until a pedestrian activates the system.

When a pedestrian presses the button, approaching drivers will see a flashing yellow signal indicating that they should reduce speed and be prepared to stop for pedestrians.

The signal then changes to a solid yellow, then a solid red light, requiring drivers to stop.

Once the dual red lights begin to alternately flash, or if the red lights are already flashing when you approach the signal, Motorists must treat it as a stop sign: STOP first and proceed with caution when the crosswalk is clear. Vehicles must stop for pedestrians but are permitted to proceed during the flashing red phase if there are no pedestrians in the crosswalk.

When the signal is dark and if the pedestrian crossing has completed, the vehicular movement can continue through the crosswalk.

Accessibility Features

The HAWK signal is equipped with an accessible pedestrian push button that provides information indicating when the WALK signal is active. An audible tone helps visually impaired pedestrians locate the push button and safely use the crossing.

Useful Documents:

HAWK Signal Informational Flyer

HAWK Signal Information Poster 24x36

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