Tag:barrier=lift_gate
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 barrier = lift_gate
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A bar or pole pivoted (rotates upwards to open) in such a way as to allow the boom to block vehicular access through a controlled point.  
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| Group: Barriers |
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Status: approved
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A lift gate (boom barrier on Wikipedia) is a bar, or pole pivoted (rotates upwards to open) in such a way as to allow the boom to block vehicular access through a controlled point. Combine with access=* where appropriate.
How to map
Tag a node with barrier=lift_gate. A tiny proportion of cases (0.01%) tag a way instead.
Types
In addition to the basic tag barrier=lift_gate, you can add the type if you wish:
| Key | Value | Element | Comment | Example | Icon |
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| lift_gate:type | single |  |
The road is blocked using one bar. |  |
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| lift_gate:type | double | |
The road is blocked using two bars. |  |
No Icon |
See also
- barrier=swing_gate - A gate consisting of a bar or pole pivoted (rotates sidewards to open) in such a way as to allow the boom to block vehicular access through a controlled point.
- railway=level_crossing - A crossing between a railway and a road.
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