Policy Brief: Evaluation of the Safety of Pedestrian Crossing Treatments in Small and Rural Communities

Authors

Parsa Pezeshknejad, University of VermontFollow
Dana Rowangould, University of VermontFollow
James Sullivan, University of VermontFollow

Document Type

Report

Publication Date

1-2024

Abstract

TRC Policy Brief: Rural areas often lack adequate pedestrian infrastructure, resulting in elevated safety risks for pedestrians. The combination of higher speed limits and reduced driver awareness amplifies the potential for pedestrian collisions when crossing the roadway.

This study addresses uncertainty about the effectiveness of rectangular rapid flashing beacons (RRFBs) and LED-embedded signs (LESs) as potential safety interventions. RRFBs and LESs are both pedestrian crossing treatments that allow pedestrians to activate lights to alert drivers of their intent to cross. RRFBs include horizontal LED lights mounted to the sign pole, while LESs include LEDs embedded in the edge of the sign.

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TRC Policy Brief

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Recommended Citation

Pezeshknejad, P., and Rowangould, D., 2024. Policy Brief: Evaluation of the Safety of Pedestrian Crossing Treatments in Small and Rural Communities. University of Vermont Transportation Research Center.