CMF / CRF Details

CMF ID: 2826

Flatten horizontal curve

Description:

Prior Condition:  curve with smaller radius

Category: Alignment

Study: Benefit-Cost Analysis of In-Vehicle Technologies and Infrastructure Modifications as a Means to Prevent Crashes Along Curves and Shoulders, Pitale et al., 2009

 
Star Quality Rating:1 Star  [View score details]
Rating Points Total:20
Crash Modification Factor (CMF)
Value:0.33
Adjusted Standard Error:
Unadjusted Standard Error:0.32
Crash Reduction Factor (CRF)
Value:67  (This value indicates a decrease in crashes)
Adjusted Standard Error:
Unadjusted Standard Error:32.1
Applicability
Crash Type:All
Crash Severity:All
Roadway Types:Principal Arterial Other
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Minimum Number of Lanes:2
Maximum Number of Lanes:2
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Crash Weather:Not specified
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Time of Day:All
If countermeasure is intersection-based
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Development Details
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State:MN
Country:USA
Type of Methodology Used:Simple before/after
Sample Size (crashes):2 crashes before, 3 crashes after
Other Details
Included in Highway Safety Manual?No
Date Added to Clearinghouse:Mar 21, 2011
Comments:For 4 curves.