SOURCE: Federal Highway Administration Office of Safety
Red-light running is one of the most serious traffic problems that Americans face today. It is estimated that vehicles running red lights cause more than 200,000 crashes, 170,000 injuries and approximately 900 deaths per year. Some of these crashes occur because drivers are unaware of the presence of an intersection or are unable to see the traffic control device in time to comply.
The following case study showcases a successful and effective low-cost treatment that measurably improved safety at three signalized intersections in Columbia, South Carolina (SC). The treatment consisted of adding a retroreflective border to the existing signal backplates. (more…)