Study of The Intersection of Campus Dr. and Chapel Dr.
Level of Education of Students Involved
Undergraduate
Faculty Sponsor
Jay Grossman
College
Engineering
Discipline(s)
Transportation Engineering
ORCID Identifier(s)
0009-0001-6118-040X
Presentation Type
Poster Presentation
Symposium Date
Spring 4-27-2023
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to perform an analysis of a campus intersection with both high traffic and pedestrian volumes focusing on both traffic operations and safety. A camera was placed at the intersection of Campus Dr. and Chapel Dr. and data was collected for a total of four weekdays while classes were in session. Vehicle movements and vehicle/pedestrian interactions at the crosswalk were observed. The data was used to make the following analyzes: determining of vehicle turn movements at the intersection, analysis of all-way stop warrants based on these movements, determination of the percentage of vehicles that do not come to a complete stop at the intersection, the volume of students who use the crosswalk each day categorized into 15-minute Intervals, and the identification of vehicle/pedestrian interactions at the crosswalk and if these interactions are safe, moderate, or unsafe.
Recommended Citation
Alarcon Aguilar, Isac, "Study of The Intersection of Campus Dr. and Chapel Dr." (2023). Symposium on Undergraduate Research and Creative Expression (SOURCE). 1196.
https://scholar.valpo.edu/cus/1196
Biographical Information about Author(s)
Isac Alarcon Aguilar
Civil engineering Major
As an engineer, I have an interest in making the world as safe as possible for our everyday use. Pedestrians' safety is major concern in transportation engineering. Many of these incidents can be easily avoided by reinforcing and following regulations..