EVALUATION OF URBAN INTERSECTIONS USING TRAFFIC CONFLICTS MEASURES
The purpose of this report was to analyze two urban intersections using conflict data, erratic maneuver data, and near-miss accident data and to recommend site improvements, if necessary. The two intersections selected were Euclid Avenue at Woodland Avenue and New Circle Road at Woodhill Drive in Lexington. Data were taken using 11-hour observation periods. Proposed improvements for the site of Euclid Avenue included adding dual left-turn lanes and three-phase signals or an extended multi-turn lane. At the New Circle site, a longer, more gradual right-turn lane and repositioning some of the signing are recommended. The conflict data recorded were found to be very useful in identifying the specific causes of the problems. /Author/
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Corporate Authors:
Kentucky Department of Transportation
Bureau of Highways
Frankfort, KY United States 40601 -
Authors:
- Clayton, M E
- Deen, R C
- Publication Date: 1977-8
Media Info
- Features: Appendices; Figures; References; Tables;
- Pagination: 24 p.
Subject/Index Terms
- TRT Terms: Data collection; Left turns; Near crashes; Near midair crashes; Problem drivers; Reckless drivers; Right turn lanes; Traffic conflicts; Traffic lanes; Urban areas
- Old TRIS Terms: Erratic driving behavior
- Subject Areas: Highways; Operations and Traffic Management;
Filing Info
- Accession Number: 00167836
- Record Type: Publication
- Report/Paper Numbers: Resarch Report 476 Intrm Rpt.
- Contract Numbers: KYP-76-81, HPR-PL-1(13)Pt 111-b
- Files: TRIS, STATEDOT
- Created Date: Mar 7 1978 12:00AM