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Keywords

Pedestrian Safety, improving infrastructure, Advocacy

Abstract

8,500 crossings happen on 800 North every day. In Provo last year, 57 car crashes involved pedestrians. A pedestrian’s view of the road is obstructed by cars parked on the right hand side of the road causing them to walk in the crosswalk to see if there is a car coming. Sidewalks on connecting streets are uneven and cracked. Multiple blocks on 800 North without a stop sign to slow drivers down. Currently no posted speed limit signs on 800 North. Drivers can’t see pedestrians crossing on 200, 300, 400, or 500 East because of inadequate lighting. Cars obstruct areas beneath pedestrian signs, making it difficult for drivers to see pedestrians in those “blind areas” and unsafe for pedestrians who have to venture into the crosswalk to be able to see oncoming vehicles.

Document Type

Book

Publication Date

2025

Language

English

College

Life Sciences

Department

Public Health

University Standing at Time of Publication

Junior

Pedestrian Safety South of Brigham Young University Campus

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