Telescopes and Viewing Scopes

• Twenty percent, but never less than one, of the telescopes or viewing scopes must be accessible


• Surface conditions around the scope must meet accessible requirements including being served by an accessible route of travel.

For More Information

• 2009 Draft Final Accessibility Guidelines for Outdoor Developed Areas


• Washington Administrative Code 51-50-1101


• U.S. Department of Justice 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design

Example

Telescope

Photograph shows an accessible viewing scope at the Grand Coulee Dam visitor center.