Analysis of traffic crash data in Kentucky : 2004-2008.

PDFTech ReportKTC-09-16/KSP2-09-1FTraffic accidentsData analysisStatistical analysisHighway safetyProblem identificationDrunk drivingVehicle occupantsTraffic speedTeenage driversPedestriansVehiclesKentuckyUniversity of Kentucky Transportation CenterGreen, Eric R.Agent, Kenneth R.Pigman, Jerry G.University of Kentucky Transportation CenterKentucky. Transportation CabinetUS Transportation CollectionThe report documents an analysis of traffic crash data in Kentucky for the years of 2004 through 2008. A primary objective of this study was to determine average crash statistics for Kentucky highways. Average and critical numbers and rates of crashes were calculated for various types of highways in rural and urban areas. These data can be used in Kentucky's procedure to identify locations that have abnormal rates or numbers of crashes.The other primary objective of this study was t o provide data that can be used in the preparation of the problem identification portion of Kentucky's Annual Highway Safety Plan. County and city crash statistics were analyzed. A summary of results and recommendations in several problem identification areas is presented. These general areas include; alcohol involvement, occupant protection, speed, teenage drivers, pedestrians, bicycles, motorcycles, trucks, and vehicle defects. Other areas included in the analysis for which specific recommendations were not made include drug involvement, school bus crashes, and train crashes