Abstract

Pedestrian accident data in Kentucky were analyzed for 1972 and 1973 on a rural, urban, and statewide basis. Results showed that about 1500 pedestrian accidents occur in Kentucky each year and cost over $11 million. About 30 percent of pedestrian accidents in rural areas and 4 percent in urban areas are fatal. Although about 78 percent of Kentucky's pedestrian accidents occur in urban areas, over 62 percent of the pedestrian fatalities occur in rural areas.

Specific characteristics of pedestrian accidents were identified and related to human, environmental, and time factors. Highway and street improvements and safety programs generally considered to be effective in minimizing pedestrian accidents are summarized.

Report Date

3-1975

Report Number

No. 423

Digital Object Identifier

http://dx.doi.org/10.13023/KTC.RR.1975.423

Notes

The contents of this report reflect the views of the author who Is responsible for the facts and the accuracy of the data presented herein. The contents do not necessarily reflect the official views or policies of the Bureau of Highways. The report does not constitute a standard, specification, or regulation.

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