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ROAD SAFETY AUDIT

Union Street Corridor

from West Columbus Avenue to Main Street

City of Springfield

December 15, 2015

Prepared For:

MassDOT Highway Division

Prepared By:

Nitsch Engineering

2 Center Plaza, Suite 430

Boston, MA 02108

Road Safety Audit – Union Street Corridor, Springfield Nitsch Engineering 11214

Table of Contents

Project Data ................................................................................................................................. 1

Background ................................................................................................................................. 3

Project Location and Description .............................................................................................. 3

Audit Observations ..................................................................................................................... 9

Potential Safety Enhancements ............................................................................................... 17

Summary of Road Safety Audit ............................................................................................... 21

List of Tables

Table 1. Participating Audit Team Members ........................................................................................ 1

Table 2. Time Frame and Costs Breakdown ....................................................................................... 21

Tables 3–6. Potential Safety Enhancement Summaries……………………………………….….22-25

List of Figures

Figure L-1: Locus Map ........................................................................................................................... 2

Figure 1: Audit Study Area Map ........................................................................................................... 6

Figure 2: Study Intersections 1 and 2 .................................................................................................... 7

Figure 3: Study Intersection 3................................................................................................................ 8

List of Appendices

Appendix A: RSA Meeting Agenda

Appendix B: RSA Audit Team Contact List

Appendix C: Detailed Crash Data

Appendix D: Volume Data

Appendix E: Road Safety Audit References


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Project Data

Nitsch Engineering has been retained by TEC, Inc. on behalf of BlueTarp reDevelopment, LLC to

complete a series of Road Safety Audits (RSAs) for the Massachusetts Department of Transportation

(MassDOT), which are associated with the design of a proposed MGM casino redevelopment in

Springfield, Massachusetts. MassDOT requested RSAs for eight locations in the vicinity of the proposed

MGM site, which is located in the City of Springfield and bounded by Main Street to the north, East

Columbus Avenue to the south, Union Street to the east, and State Street to the west. The Locus Map of

the study area, including the proposed MGM site and the eight RSA locations, is shown in Figure L-1.

This report outlines the third of the eight locations, referred to as the “Union Street Corridor”. The Union

Street Corridor is roughly 0.2 miles in length, borders the south side of project site, and includes the

following intersections:

Union Street at West Union Street and West Columbus Avenue

Union Street at East Columbus Avenue

Union Street at Main Street

The RSA for Union Street occurred on Thursday, October 29, 2015. As indicated in Table 1 below, the

audit team consisted of representatives from the City of Springfield, MassDOT Traffic Operations and

Highway Safety, MassDOT District 2, Pioneer Valley Planning Commission, Partners for a Healthier

Community, and TEC, Inc. The group observed operations with respect to safety at the study intersections

and this report documents the audit team’s findings. The RSA agenda can be found in Appendix A.

Contact information for the team members can be found in Appendix B.

Table 1. Participating Audit Team Members

Name Agency/Affiliation

Jane Davis Nitsch Engineering

Jeff Bandini Nitsch Engineering

Samuel Gregorio TEC, Inc.

John Mastera MassDOT Highway Safety

Dmitriy Mayboroda Fuss & O’Neill (Representing the City of Springfield)

William Van Duzer Fuss & O’Neill (Representing the City of Springfield)

Khyati Parmar Pioneer Valley Planning Commission

Joy Martin Davenport Companies

Luke Hayes MassDOT District 2 – Traffic

Connor M. Knightly Springfield Department of Public Works – Eng.

Kathy Wicks Partners for a Healthier Community


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Figure L-1: Locus Map MGM Springfield Road Safety Audits Location 3: Union Street Corridor Springfield, MA Data Source: MassGIS Nitsch Project #11214


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Background

The Road Safety Audit (RSA) is one of the first steps in the design process as well as a necessary step for

the project to be eligible to receive Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) federal funds for

construction, if applicable. Due to the nature of these RSAs in relation to the proposed MGM Casino

redevelopment, not all locations are HSIP eligible. For Union Street Corridor, the following intersections

are eligible for HSIP funding:



The goal of the RSA is to identify potential safety issues that can be addressed with short-term

improvements, immediately or in the near future, and long-term improvements that can be incorporated

into a future design project.

The RSA is a multidisciplinary collaborative process by state, municipal, law enforcement, public works,

and design consultants. The process involves conducting a meeting to discuss current crash data and

safety issues at the site, visiting the site to discuss possible solutions that would improve safety, and

preparing a written report that outlines the safety issues discussed along with the costs and timeline for

implementing improvements.

Project Location and Description

The Audit Study Area Map of Union Street is shown in Figure 1. The existing conditions for each study

intersection are described below and aerial maps of each study intersection are shown in Figures 2 and 3.

The Union Street Corridor is roughly 0.2 miles in length and borders the east side of proposed MGM site.

Union Street is classified as an urban collector that runs in an east-west direction through the study area,

with its western terminus at the intersection with West Columbus Street and West Union Street, and its

eastern terminus at Colton Street. The roadway is maintained by the City of Springfield and has no posted

speed limit in the vicinity of the study area, however the City notes a 30 mph speed limit unless otherwise

posted.


Union Street, West Union Street, and West Columbus Avenue intersect to form a four-way signalized

intersection, with Union Street approaching from the east, West Union Street approaching from the west,

and West Columbus Avenue approaching from the north and south.

Approaching from the east, Union Street consists of one shared through/left-turn lane and one exclusive

left-turn lane, separated by a double yellow center line (DYCL) from two departure lanes. Approaching

from the west, West Union Street consists of one shared through/right-turn lane separated by a DYCL

from one departure lane. Approaching from the north, West Columbus Avenue permits one-way travel

towards the intersection and consists of one shared through/right-turn lane, one through lane, one shared


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through/left-turn lane, and one exclusive left-turn lane. Approaching from the south, West Columbus

Avenue permits one-way travel away from the intersection and consists of three general purpose lanes,

the left lane acting as an on-ramp to I-91.

West Union Street is classified as a local road that runs in an east-west direction through the audit area.

The roadway is approximately 150 feet long and serves as an extension of Union Street to access the

parking lots and Connecticut Riverwalk and Bikeway located on the west side of West Columbus

Avenue. The roadway is maintained by the City of Springfield and has no posted speed limit, however the

City notes a 30 mph speed limit unless otherwise posted.

West Columbus Avenue is classified as an urban minor arterial that runs in a north-south direction

through the study area, with its northern terminus at the intersection of Clinton Street and the U.S. Route

20 ramp, and its southern terminus at the intersection of Main Street and Interstate 91 (I-91) ramps. The

roadway is maintained by the City of Springfield, except for the sections of roadways and ramps in the

vicinity of the I-91, which are maintained by MassDOT. West Columbus Avenue has a posted speed limit

of 35 mph in the vicinity of the intersection.

TEC, Inc. evaluated the last four years of available crash data (2011 – 2014) from the City of Springfield

to establish a crash rate at the intersection to compare to the average Statewide crash rate1 of 0.80 per

Million Entering Vehicles (MEV), and the average crash rate for District 2, which includes the City of

Springfield, of 0.82 per MEV, for signalized intersections. For the four year period of 2011-2014, a total

of 22 crashes were documented, yielding a crash rate of 0.89 per MEV, which is slightly above both the

Statewide and District 2 averages.


Union Street and East Columbus Avenue intersect to form a four-way signalized intersection, with Union

Street approaching from the east and west, and East Columbus Avenue approaching from the north and

south.

Approaching from the east, Union Street consists of one shared through/right-turn lane separated by a

DYCL from two departure lanes. Approaching from the west, Union Street consists of two general

purpose lanes separated by a DYCL from two departure lanes. Approaching from the south, East

Columbus Avenue permits one-way travel towards the intersection and consists of four lanes: one shared

through/right-turn lane, one through lane to continue on East Columbus, one through lane to I-91 north,

and one shared through/left-turn lane to I-91 north or Union Street. The north leg of East Columbus

Avenue permits one-way travel away from the intersection and consists of three lanes, one through lane to

I-91 north and two to continue on East Columbus Avenue.

East Columbus Avenue is classified as an urban minor arterial that runs in a north-south direction through

the study area, with its northern terminus at the intersection of Clinton Street and the U.S. Route 20/I-91

ramps, and its southern terminus at the intersection of Bruno Street and I-91/U.S. Route 5 ramps. The

roadway is maintained by the City of Springfield, except for the sections of roadway in the direct vicinity

1 2010 Average Crash Rates, per Million Entering Vehicles, by Intersection Type, MassDOT, Highway Division


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of the I-91 ramps, which are maintained by MassDOT. East Columbus Avenue has a posted speed limit of

35 mph in the vicinity of the intersection.

For the four year period of 2011-2014, a total of 59 crashes were documented, yielding a crash rate of

1.91 per MEV, which is above both the Statewide and District 2 averages of 0.80 per MEV and 0.82 per

MEV, respectively.


Union Street and Main Street intersect to form a four-way signalized intersection, with Union Street

approaching from the east and west, and Main Street approaching from the north and south. Approaching

from the east and west, Union Street consists of one general purpose lane in each direction separated by a

DYCL. Approaching from the north and south, Main Street consists of one general purpose lane in each

direction separated by a DYCL. Parking lanes are present on the east and west sides of Main Street.

Main Street is classified as an urban principal arterial that runs in a north-south direction through the audit

area, with its northern terminus at the Chicopee City Line where it becomes Center Street, and its

southern terminus at West Columbus Avenue. The roadway is maintained by the City of Springfield and

has no posted speed limit, however the City notes a 30 mph speed limit unless otherwise posted.

For the four year period of 2011-2014, a total of 28 crashes were documented, yielding a crash rate of

0.88 per MEV, which is slightly above both the Statewide and District 2 averages of 0.80 per MEV and

0.82 per MEV, respectively.


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Figure 1: Audit Study Area Map


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Figure 2: Study Intersections 1 and 2 MGM Springfield Road Safety Audits Union Street at West Union Street and West Columbus Avenue Union Street at East Columbus Avenue Springfield, MA Data Source: MassGIS Nitsch Project #11214


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Figure 3: Study Intersection 3 MGM Springfield Road Safety Audits Union Street at Main Street Springfield, MA Data Source: MassGIS Nitsch Project #11214


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Audit Observations

Based on a summary of the existing crash information and the RSA site visit, audit participants identified

both corridor-wide safety issues and safety issues that were unique to each of the individual intersections.

The findings are summarized below.


The following deficiencies were noted to be corridor-wide issues:

Pedestrian Accessibility and Behavior:

o Audit participants observed pedestrians crossing Union Street between intersections and

during the “Don’t Walk” phases at the intersections.

o Accessible Pedestrian Signals (APS) are not present at the pedestrian signals at the

intersections.

Bicycle Accessibility and Cyclist Behavior:

o Cyclists were observed biking on sidewalks, traveling in the opposite direction of traffic

flow along the roadways, and crossing the roadways with little attention to passing

vehicle traffic.

o Bicycle accommodation is present only in the form of shared vehicle/bicycle lanes.

Union Street at West Union Street at West Columbus Avenue

Traffic Operations:

o Audit participants observed that vehicles exiting the I-91 southbound ramp just north of

the intersection used the shared through/left-turn lane primarily as a left-turn only lane,

since the through movement from that lane leads directly to the I-91 southbound on-

ramp. As a result of this lane configuration, vehicles exiting the I-91 southbound ramp

that wish to continue southbound on West Columbus Avenue must weave across two

lanes immediately upon exiting the ramp to avoid being trapped in the left-turn lane or

tracking onto the I-91 southbound ramp.

o Left-turning vehicles from West Columbus Avenue southbound onto Union Street

eastbound frequently track over the Union Street double yellow center line (DYCL) and

Union Street westbound stop line. Audit participants observed a number of vehicles on

Union Street westbound stopping in advance of the stop line to provide the extra space

for these left-turning vehicles to execute the movement.

o Left-turning vehicles from the double left-turn lanes on West Columbus Avenue

southbound frequently do not stay within the desired vehicle track while. This is


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particularly problematic for large trucks that require a larger turning radius and are forced

to encroach the adjacent lane while turning. The trucks have limited visibility of other

vehicles turning simultaneously or changing lanes. Furthermore, the receiving lanes on

Union Street under the I-91 bridge may necessitate abrupt lane changes for vehicles to be

in the proper lane at the intersection with East Columbus.

o The crash reports indicated an issue with rear-end collisions along the West Columbus

Avenue southbound approach. The yellow and red clearance interval may be insufficient

given the existing conditions.

Visibility, Signage and Pavement Markings:

o The lane designation signage is only present on West Columbus in advance of the

intersection and may not be visible to vehicles traveling in the exclusive left-turn lane and

vehicles exiting the I-91 southbound ramp.

o The lane designation pavement markings on the West Columbus Avenue southbound

approach are faded and illegible. Lane utilization at the shared through/left-turn lane may

be confusing due to the faded pavement markings and the existing green signal

indications.

o The ambient lighting and shadow casting near the intersection may be poor due to the

presence of the I-91 Bridge over Union Street, located just east of the intersection.

Pedestrian Accessibility:

o Pedestrian push buttons, which are not compliant with current standards, are present for

the east-west crossing of West Columbus Avenue on the south side of the intersection

and the north-south crossing of West Union Street, however, the intersection operates

with concurrent pedestrian phasing without push-button activation. Throughout the

The large truck utilizing the shared through/ left-turn lane

encroaches on the exclusive left-turn lane


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intersection, pedestrian ramps are present but do not contain detectable warning panels.

Pedestrian signal heads do not contain the recommended signal countdown display.


Traffic Operations, Traffic Signals, Lane Designation, Pavement Markings, and Visibility:

o The existing signal indications for East Columbus Avenue northbound are inconsistent

with the lane designation, as indicated on the overhead guide sign south of the

intersection. The left-turn arrow correctly corresponds with the left-turn lane and the

green ball correctly corresponds with the through and shared through/right-turn lanes,

however, a 45-degree left arrow, which corresponds with the second lane from the left, is

inconsistent with the designated through-only movement shown on the advanced signage.

This signal indication is presumably due to the presence of the I-91 northbound on-ramp

just north of the intersection, however, it is not the correct movement for the intersection

approach and may lead to driver confusion. Audit participants noted that vehicles may

mistake the 45-degree arrow for allowance of a left-turn movement from the second lane

from the left coupled with the presence of two receiving lanes on Union Street. The main

cause of crashes at this approach may be angle collisions due to vehicles traveling

through from the shared left-turn/through lane colliding with vehicles turning left from

the second lane to the left, as seen in crashes “13”, “14”, “15”, “23”, “24”, “27”, “34”,

“37”, “40”, “44”, “46”, “49”, or sideswipe crashes in the middle two lanes from driver

uncertainly between accessing I-91 North or East Columbus Avenue, as seen in crashes

“12”, “16”, “25”, “31”, “47”, “48”.

o Audit participants observed East Columbus Avenue northbound vehicles traveling

straight through the intersection from the shared left-turn/through lane, as indicated by

the overhead guide sign south of the intersection. This movement is in direct conflict with

The signal in the center indicates a 45-degree left arrow


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vehicles from the second lane from the left using the lane to turn left onto Union Street

westbound.

o The lane designation pavement markings on the East Columbus Avenue northbound

approach were noted as faded and illegible, however, the City of Springfield notes

pavement markings have been re-applied since the RSA site visit.

o The lane lines on East Columbus Avenue northbound are not clearly delineated on the

north side of the intersection and may lead to unnecessary weaving or merging. The City

of Springfield notes that MassDOT has re-applied the pavement markings since the RSA

site visit.

Lane designation pavement markings on East Columbus

Avenue northbound approach are faded and illegible

No pavement markings or delineation on the north side of the

intersection


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o Approximately 600 feet south of the intersection, East Columbus Avenue contains two

travel lanes with a third lane added from the left side from the I-91 northbound exit.

Therefore, vehicles desiring to continue on East Columbus Avenue through the

intersection or turn right onto Union Street must weave over one or two lanes.

o The Union Street eastbound approach contains no lane designation signage or pavement

markings. Audit participants observed a number of vehicles utilizing the left lane to travel

through to Union Street eastbound, and the right lane as a second left-turn lane onto East

Columbus Avenue northbound, which would be in direct conflict.

o Audit participants noted the excessive vehicle speeds along East Columbus Avenue,

which could contribute to the significant amount of angle collisions (crashes “7”, “26”,

“28”, “29”, “30”, “32”, “43”, “53”, “58”) and rear-end collisions (“6”, “8”, “18”, “21”,

“33”, “52”).

o Audit participants noted the difficultly for drivers to observe signal indications and

signage due to the existing sun glare.

Signage:

o The size of the existing overhead signage along the East Columbus Avenue northbound

approach is indicative of signage along a higher-speed principal arterial or interstate with

no adjacent pedestrians or bicycles, and may be causing vehicles to travel at high rates of

speed through the intersection. We note that East Columbus operates and is heavily used

as an I-91 frontage road. Lane utilization for left-turns onto Union Street is not clear.

No lane designation on Union Street westbound;

two simultaneous left-turning vehicles


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Access Management:

o An existing driveway for Pride gas station is located proximate to the intersection on the

right side of the East Columbus Avenue northbound approach. Right-turning vehicles out

of Pride may have to cross several lanes in order to track towards I-91 northbound or

Union Street westbound. Audit participants noted additional driveways on Wilcox Street

and Union Street that provide access to I-91 northbound and Union Street westbound

with less conflict.

Pedestrian Accessibility:

o Pedestrian accommodations are not compliant with current standards, including the

pedestrian ramps with no detectable warning panels, no push-button actuation, and no

signal countdown display. Audit participants noted the pedestrian signals were running

with concurrent phasing and one of the signals was not functioning.

Overhead signage is indicative of higher speed roadways

Non-compliant pedestrian ramps and signal displays


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Main Street at Union Street

Traffic Operations:

o The Union Street westbound approach realizes significant vehicle queuing, particularly

during evening peak hours, causing vehicles to avoid traffic by turning onto Dale Street

one block in advance of the intersection with Main Street as a cut-through, and creating

excessive traffic where it may be unexpected.

o Local audit participants noted that vehicles frequently pass run the red light, particularly

on the Main Street approaches. This could be a contributing factor in the number of angle

collisions at the intersection (crashes “4”, “5”, “9”, “11”, “12”, “16”, “23”, “25”, “27”).

Signage:

o The R10-122 “Left Turn Yield on Green (Ball)” sign for Main Street southbound is

positioned incorrectly next to the signal for the through lane, and not next to the signal

for the left-turn lane.

Visibility:

o Backplates are missing or damaged at the Main Street signals.

o Sight lines to intersection streets and sidewalks are obstructed by the buildings located at

the corners.

2 Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, 2009 Edition

“Left Turn Yield on Green (Ball)” sign is not in the proper location

for Main Street southbound (Source: Google)


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Pedestrian Accessibility and Behavior:

o The presence of local businesses along Main Street located mid-block, including the

Caring Health Center, generates a large quantity of pedestrians that cross Main Street

where crosswalks are not present and may be unexpected to passing motorists.

o The crosswalks across Union Street are offset from the intersection and are not located

along the pedestrian desired path. This causes Main Street westbound vehicles to

frequently travel past the stop line and rest in the crosswalk.

o The pedestrian push-buttons are not located proximate to the pedestrian ramps.

o Sidewalk heave is present on the southeast corner of the intersection, creating a tripping

hazard for pedestrians.

Crosswalk is offset from intersection and vehicles on Union

Street eastbound come to rest in the crosswalk due to its

location; Pedestrian push-button is not proximate to the ramp

Sidewalk heave on the southeast corner


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o The gutter for a property located on the southwest corner drains directly onto the

sidewalk on the south side of Union Street, a violation of City of Springfield code, which

may cause issues upon freezing.

Gutter drains onto Union Street sidewalk, a

violation of City of Springfield code


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Potential Safety Enhancements

Following review of crash data and traffic counts and a discussion of potential safety issues, audit

participants recommend the following.


Evaluate if concurrent pedestrian phases can be utilized, and implement the concurrent phases

where appropriate.

Install APS to meet current standards for pedestrian accommodations.

Evaluate the enhancement of bicycle accommodations along the Union Street corridor by

potentially installing exclusive bicycle lanes and/or shared bicycle lanes.

Union Street at West Union Street at West Columbus Avenue

Investigate separating the exclusive left-turn lane and shared through/left-turn lane from the

through and shared through/right turn lane to eliminate the weaving movement for vehicles

exiting the I-91 southbound exit ramp. If determined to be feasible, widen the roadway to provide

a barrier, such as a median or jersey barrier, to separate the lanes, and separate the signal phases

such that vehicles from the I-91 ramp and vehicles from West Columbus Avenue each have their

own phase. We note this will affect traffic operations and queuing on the I-91 southbound exit

ramp and West Columbus Avenue.

Remove the existing signal head with a green ball for the shared left-turn/through lane, and

replace with a signal head that includes both through and left arrows.

Install vehicle tracking pavement guidelines through the intersection for West Columbus Avenue

southbound left-turns.

Examine relocating the Union Street westbound approach stop line further to the east to avoid

conflict with West Columbus Avenue southbound left-turning vehicles. The approach would still

need to provide enough storage for the Union Street westbound left-turn lane and vehicles at the

stop line would still need to be within the cone of vision to observe signal indications. If deemed

appropriate, move the stop line to provide the extra vehicle tracking space for southbound left-

turning vehicles.

Evaluate the clearance interval for the West Columbus Avenue southbound approach to reduce

the number of rear-end collisions.

Install an additional lane designation sign on the left side of West Columbus Avenue to improve

the visibility for vehicles in the two left lanes.

Re-apply lane designation pavement markings on the West Columbus Avenue approach.


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Provide additional lighting in the vicinity of the I-91 Bridge over Union Street.

Provide pedestrian accommodations compliant with current standards, including but not limited

to pedestrian ramps, countdown signal displays, push-buttons, and APS.


Evaluate the ideal lane configuration for the East Columbus Avenue northbound approach taking

into account the I-91 northbound off-ramp located 600 feet south of the intersection, and redesign

the approach based on the findings. The audit team observed vehicle movements and determined

that the ideal lane configuration could consist of the following: a shared through/right-turn lane

for vehicles to turn right onto Union Street or continue through onto East Columbus Avenue, a

through lane that will diverge on the north side of the intersection such that vehicles can travel

through on East Columbus Avenue or through onto the I-91 northbound on-ramp, a through lane

for vehicles that may only continue onto the I-91 northbound on-ramp, and an exclusive left-turn

lane for vehicles to turn left onto Union Street. If chosen, re-design the northwest corner of the

intersection such that it aids in channelizing left-turning vehicles from the exclusive left-turn lane

on West Columbus Avenue, and prevents vehicles in the exclusive left-turn lane from traveling

straight through the intersection, as well as overhead/advanced signage and pavement markings.

Remove the signal face with a 45-degree left arrow that corresponds to the second lane from the

left on East Columbus Avenue, and replace with a signal face that includes a through arrow to

correspond with the through-only movement and to eliminate left-turns from this lane. Place

thermoplastic I-91 emblems on lanes intended only for I-91 access.

Re-apply new lane designation pavement markings on the East Columbus Avenue approach,

taking into consideration the lane use configuration prior to the intersection where I-91

northbound ramp intersects the roadway.

Re-stripe East Columbus Avenue north of the intersection to channelize vehicles to the proper

lanes.

Evaluate the lane utilization for Union Street eastbound to establish the ideal lane configuration,

and modify the signal indications, signage, and pavement markings appropriately. The audit team

discussed the possibility of a shared left-turn/through lane and an exclusive through lane.

Replace the existing overhead signage along the East Columbus Avenue northbound approach

with signage indicative of lower travel speeds and/or include speed limit signage.

Consider traffic calming techniques on the East Columbus Avenue northbound approach.

Evaluate the entrance and exit permission for the Pride gas station driveway on East Columbus

Avenue. Investigate if vehicles should be prohibited from accessing I-91 northbound and Union

Street westbound from this driveway, and install signage and pavement markings to indicate exit

restrictions if deemed appropriate.


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Provide pedestrian accommodations compliant with current standards, including but not limited

to pedestrian ramps, countdown signal displays, push-buttons, and APS.


Evaluate the existing signal phasing to determine the feasibility of implementing a split phase for

Union Street westbound, and modify the signal phasing if appropriate.

Evaluate a longer all-red clearance to reduce the number of collisions for vehicles that travel

through the intersection during a red indication.

Move the R10-12 “Left Turn Yield on Green (Ball)” sign next to the appropriate signal for Main

Street southbound traffic.

Install backplates on the Main Street signals where missing or damaged.

Realign the pedestrian ramps and crosswalks across Union Street so they are closer to the

pedestrian desired path. Modify the location of the stop line and install R10-6 “Stop Here on

Red” signage.

Investigate if the pedestrian signal push-buttons are in compliance with accessibility standards

with respect to location, and relocate if determined to be non-compliant.

Replace the sidewalk on the southeast corner of the intersection to remove the tripping hazard.

Contact the owner of the building on the southwest corner of the intersection to relocate the gutter

such that it does not drain onto the existing sidewalk, which is located on public property.


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Summary of Road Safety Audit

TEC, Inc. has retained Nitsch Engineering to prepare this RSA for MassDOT for the Union Street

Corridor. As part of the RSA process going forward, each of the potential safety enhancements is

classified by time frame and cost, as shown in Table 2.

Table 2. Time Frame and Costs Breakdown

Time Frame Costs

Short-term < 1 year Low < $10,000

Mid-term 1-3 years Medium $10,000-$50,000

Long-term > 3 years High > $50,000

Any new regulations that may be implemented as a result of this Road Safety Audit must first be

submitted and approved by the Springfield Board of Public Works.

The safety issues, potential improvements, estimated safety payoff, time frame, and cost for the overall

Union Street corridor and the individual intersections are summarized in Tables 3 through 6.


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Table 3. Potential Safety Enhancement Summary –


Safety Issue Safety Enhancement Safety Payoff Time Frame Cost

Pedestrian Accessibility and Behavior

Implement concurrent pedestrian phases, where appropriate Low Short-Term Low

Install APS to meet current standards for pedestrian accommodations Low Mid-Term High

Bicycle Accessibility and Cyclist Behavior

Install exclusive bicycle lanes and/or shared bicycle lanes Medium Mid-Term Medium


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Traffic Operations

Separate the lanes on East Columbus Avenue by widening the roadway, providing a barrier, and separating the signal phases such that vehicles from the I-91 ramp and vehicles from West Columbus Avenue each have their own phases

High Long-Term High

Remove the existing signal head with a green ball for the shared left-turn/through lane, and replace with a signal head that includes both through and left arrows

Medium Mid-Term Low

Install vehicle tracking pavement guidelines through the intersection for West Columbus Avenue southbound left-turns

Medium Short-Term Low

Move the stop line on Union Street westbound to provide the extra vehicle tracking space for southbound left-turning vehicles


Provide a longer clearance interval for the West Columbus Avenue southbound approach

High Short-Term Low

Visibility, Signage, and Pavement Markings

Install an additional lane designation sign on the left side of the West Columbus Avenue approach


Install new lane designation pavement markings on the West Columbus Avenue approach


Provide additional lighting in the vicinity of the I-91 Bridge over Union Street

Low Mid-Term High

Pedestrian Accessibility

Provide pedestrian accommodations compliant with current standards

Low Mid-Term Medium


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Traffic Operations, Traffic Signals, Lane Designation, and Pavement Markings

Redesign the East Columbus Avenue northbound approach High Long-Term High

Remove the signal face with a 45-degree left arrow that corresponds to the second lane from the left on East Columbus Avenue, and replace with a signal face that includes a through arrow. Place thermoplastic I-91 emblems on lanes intended only for I-91 access.


Install new lane designation pavement markings on the East Columbus Avenue approach


Redesign the northwest corner of the intersection to aid in the proper vehicle channelization based on the ideal lane configuration

High Long -Term High

Restripe East Columbus Avenue north of the intersection to channelize vehicles to the proper lanes


Modify the signal indications, signage, and pavement markings to clarify the lane utilization at the Union Street eastbound approach

Medium Mid-Term Medium

Signage Replace the existing overhead signage along the East Columbus Avenue northbound approach with signage indicative of lower travel speeds and/or include speed limit signage

Medium Mid-Term Medium

Access Management Install signage and pavement markings to indicate exist restrictions at the Pride gas station if deemed appropriate



Provide pedestrian accommodations compliant with current standards

Low Mid-Term Medium


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Traffic Operations

Modify the signal phasing for a protected/permissive phase on Union Street westbound if appropriate

High Short-Term Low

Provide a longer all-red clearance High Short-Term Low

Signage Move the R10-12 “Left Turn Yield on Green (Ball)” sign next to the appropriate signal for Main Street southbound traffic

Low Short-Term Low

Visibility Install backplates on the Main Street signals where missing or damaged

Low Short-Term Low


Realign the pedestrian ramps and crosswalks across Union Street so they are closer to the pedestrian desired path. Modify the location of the stop line and install “Stop Here on Red” signage

Low Short-Term Medium

Relocate the pedestrian push-buttons if determined to be non-compliant

Low Short-Term Low

Replace the sidewalk on the southeast corner of the intersection Medium Short-Term Low

Contact the owner of the building on the southwest corner of the intersection to relocate the gutter such that it does not drain onto the existing sidewalk, which is located on public property

Low Short-Term Low


Appendix A: RSA Meeting Agenda

Road Safety Audit

Springfield, MA


Meeting Location: Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place Hotel

Boland Executive Boardroom 3rd Floor Monarch Place, Springfield, MA

Thursday, October 29, 2015 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Type of meeting: High Crash Location – Road Safety Audit

Attendees: Invited Participants to Comprise a Multidisciplinary Team

Please bring: Thoughts and Enthusiasm!!

9:00 AM Welcome and Introductions

9:15 AM Discussion of Safety Issues

Crash history, Speed Regulations – provided in advance

Existing Geometries and Conditions

9:45 AM Site Visit

Travel to Union Street Corridor

As a group, identify areas for improvements

11:00 AM Discussion of Potential Improvements

Return to original meeting location

Discuss observations and finalize safety issue areas

Discuss potential improvements and finalize recommendations

12:00 PM Adjourn for the Day – but the RSA has not ended

Instructions for Participants:

Before attending the RSA on October 29th, participants are encouraged to drive/walk through the intersection and complete/consider elements on the RSA Prompt List with a focus on safety.

All participants will be actively involved in the process throughout. Participants are encouraged to come with thoughts and ideas, but are reminded that the synergy that develops and respect for others’ opinions are key elements to the success of the overall RSA process.

After the RSA meeting, participants will be asked to comment and respond to the document materials to assure it is reflective of the RSA completed by the multidisciplinary team.


Appendix B: RSA Audit Team Contact List


RSA Sign In Sheet Union Street Springfield, MA Thursday, October 29, 2015, 9:00 a.m.

Name Agency/Affiliation Email Phone

Jane Davis Nitsch Engineering [email protected] 617-338-0063

Jeff Bandini Nitsch Engineering [email protected] 617-338-0063

Samuel

Gregorio TEC, Inc. [email protected] 978-794-1792

John Mastera MassDOT Highway Safety [email protected] 857-368-9648

Dmitriy

Mayboroda

Fuss & O’Neill

(representing City of

Springfield)

[email protected] 413-452-0445

William Van

Duzer

Fuss & O’Neill

(representing City of

Springfield)

[email protected] 413-452-0445

Khyati Parmar

Pioneer Valley Planning

Commission [email protected] 413-781-6045

Kathy Wicks

Partners for a Healthier

Community

kwicks@partnersforahealthiercommu

nity.org 413-794-2546

Luke Hayes

MassDOT District 2 –

Traffic [email protected] 413-582-1525

Joy Martin

Davenport Companies –

MGM Springfield [email protected] 617-986-0013

Connor M.

Knightly Springfield DPW Eng. [email protected] 413-707-0589


Appendix C: Detailed Crash Data

Collision Diagram

2011-2014 Collision Data

Road Safety Audit

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MGM Springfield - Springfield, Massachusetts

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Crash Data Summary TableUnion Street at West Columbus Avenue - Springfield, Massachusetts

1/1/2011 - 12/31/2014

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D1 D2 D3

1 3/19/2011 Saturday 9:24 PM Angle Dark - Lighted Clear DryDisregarded Traffic Signs, Signals, or Road

MarkingsProperty Damage Only 51 21

MV1 was traveling W. Columbus SB when it struck MV2 turning left from Union Street WB onto W. Columbus SB.

Witness says MV1 went through a red traffic signal.

2 3/21/2011 Monday 12:39 AM Single Vehicle Dark - Not Lighted Clear Dry Inattention / Fatigued Property Damage Only 24 N/A

MV1 was traveling Union Street WB when it went through the fence at the Union Street / W. Columbus intersection.

MV1 suffered heavy front-end damage when it hit the train tracks after plowing through the fence.

3 12/1/2011 Thursday 8:45 AM Angle Daylight Clear Dry Inattention Property Damage Only 50 43

MV1 & MV2 turned left onto Union Street EB from adjacent lanes on W. Columbus SB. MV1 was in the left-most lane;

MV2 was in the middle lane. During the turn, MV1 decided to merge from the left lane on Union Street EB to the right lane,

hitting the rear driver's side quarter panel of MV2.

4 12/12/2011 Monday 4:05 PM Angle Dusk Clear Dry Unknown Property Damage Only 77 48

MV1 was turning left from Union Street WB onto W. Columbus SB when it collided with MV2 traveling W

Columbus SB. Both drivers claimed to have a green signal & that the other driver failed to stop at a red signal.

5 1/14/2012 Saturday 1:58 AM Rear-End Dark - Lighted Clear Dry Physical Impairment Non Fatal Injury 36 25

MV1 traveling south on West Columbus Avenue SB. MV2 traveling on West Columbus Avenue SB and proceeded

through intersection and hit rear-end of MV1, which was stopped at red light.

6 3/18/2012 Sunday 9:50 AM Angle Daylight Cloudy DryDisregarded traffic signs, signals, road

markingsNon Fatal Injury 61 47

MV1 traveling on West Columbus Avenue SB. MV2 traveling on Union Street EB and proceeded through intersection and

hit MV1. MV1 claimed to not see traffic light.

7 9/1/2012 Saturday 12:40 PM Rear-End Daylight Clear Dry Operating erratic, reckless Unknown 27 56

MV2 stopped in traffic on West Columbus Avenue SB. MV1 proceeded through intersection making a left-turn onto

Union Street EB strikes MV2. MV1 fled scene before police arrive.

8 9/6/2012 Thursday 3:19 PM Head-on Daylight Clear Dry Failed to yield right of way Property Damage Only 48 85MV2 traveling on Union Street WB making a left-turn. MV1

ran red-light made left-turn from West Columbus Avenue SB strikes MV2.

9 3/12/2013 Tuesday 5:27 PMSideswipe - Same

DirectionDaylight Rain Wet Inattention Property Damage Only 37 18

MV1 and MV2 traveling SB on W Columbus Ave. MV2 attempting to go around vehicles waiting to turn left onto

I91SB turned into MV1 on the right.

10 3/15/2013 Friday 8:58 PM Angle Dark - Lighted Clear Dry Inattention Property Damage Only 30 50

MV1 and MV2 traveling SB on W Columbus Ave intersecting Union St. MV2 in left turn only lane, MV1 in left turn or

straight lane. MV2 continued straight, MV1 turned left and was struck by MV2.

11 7/3/2013 Wednesday 6:45 PM Angle Daylight Clear Dry Unknown Property Damage Only 16 57

MV1 and MV2 traveling SB on W Columbus Ave. MV1 attempted a left turn onto Union St. when MV2 on her left

continued straight and collided with MV1. It is unclear which MV was in which lane.

12 7/4/2013 Thursday 11:13 PM Rear-End Dark - Lighted Clear Dry Distracted Property Damage Only 35 35MV1 and MV2 traveling SB on W Columbus Ave. MV1

stopped at light when rear ended by MV1.

13 7/19/2013 Friday 8:02 AM Rear-End Daylight Clear Dry Inattention Non Fatal Injury 37 24

MV1 and MV2 traveling SB on W Columbus Ave. MV1 rear ends MV2 which is stopped in traffic and the Union St.

intersection. MV2 is pushed into another MV which left the scene before police arrival.

14 7/26/2013 Friday 8:49 PM Angle Dark - Lighted Clear Dry Inattention Property Damage Only 60 -MV1 traveling SB on W Columbus Ave attempting to turn left onto Union St. Struck by another MV who fled the accident.

No other information given.

CommentsCrash

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Light ConditionWeather Condition

Road Surface

Driver Conributing Code (by Narritive Description)

Crash Severity

Crash Data Summary TableUnion Street at West Columbus Avenue - Springfield, Massachusetts

1/1/2011 - 12/31/2014


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15 9/13/2013 Friday 8:38 PM Pedestrian Dark - Lighted Clear Dry No Improper Driving Non Fatal Injury 55 79MV1 traveling SB on W Columbus Ave struck a pedestrian in

the middle of the road. Pedestrian transported by AMR.

16 10/18/2013 Friday 11:49 AM Angle Daylight Clear Dry Made Improper Turn Non Fatal Injury 28 48

MV1 and MV2 traveling SB on W Columbus Ave and attempting left turns onto Union St. MV1 contacted MV2, a large tractor trailor, in the process of making this turn. Both vehicles were in seperate lanes prior to attempting the left

turn.

17 12/12/2013 Thursday 4:08 PM Angle Dusk Clear Dry Inattention Property Damage Only 70 39

MV1 and MV2 traveling SB on W Columbus Ave. At the Union St. intersection, MV1, in the leftmost lane, continued straight while MV2 attempted a left turn from the lane to the right of

MV1. MV1 and MV2 collided.

18 2/7/2014 Friday 4:14 PMSideswipe - Same

DirectionDaylight Clear Dry Failed to Yield Right of Way Property Damage Only 38 31

MV1 & MV2 (large truck) both traveling W Columbus SB approaching Union Street intersection. MV1 attempted to switch into MV2's lane but MV2 clipped the rear corner of MV1, causing it to spin 90 degrees directly in front of MV2.

19 10/10/2014 Friday 11:27 AM Rear-End Daylight Clear Dry Failed to Yield Right of Way Non-Fatal Inury 40 39

MV1 & MV2 were both traveling W Columbus SB before stopping at a red traffic signal at the intersection. MV1 rear-ended M2 when MV1 operator started moving forward as

soon as the signal turned green, before MV1 started moving.

20 12/31/2014 Wednesday 1:23 PM Rear-End Daylight Clear Dry Followed Too Closely Non-Fatal Injury 69 64MV1 traveling W Columbus SB struck the rear of MV2, which

was stopped at the intersection for a red signal. MV1 suffered severe rear-end damage.

21 8/18/2012 Saturday 2:47 PM Single Vehicle Daylight Clear Dry Inattention Property Damange Only 33 N/A

MV1 traveling W Columbus SB collided with guardrail separating W Columbus SB from I-91 S On-Ramp; MV1

rotated counterclockwise; MV1 operator couldn't recall what happened just prior to crash

22 1/7/2011 Friday 3:17 AM Single VehicleDark - unknown roadway

lightingUnknown Unknown No Improper Driving Property Damage Only 32 N/A

MV1 was traveling SB on W. Colombus Ave then attempted a left turn onto Union St. MV1 took turn too wide and hit

bridge pilar.

Crash Data Summary TableUnion Street at East Columbus Avenue - Springfield, Massachusetts

1/1/2011 - 12/31/2014


D1 D2 D3

1 1/1/2011 Saturday 12:07 PM Angle Dark - Lighted Clear Dry Unknown Property Damage Only 33 38

MV1 traveling E. Columbus NB struck by MV2 traveling E. Columbus NB. MV2 failure to yield the right of way when changing lanes. MV2 gave info to MV1 operator but left

scene before police arrival.

2 3/24/2011 Thursday 1:14 PMSideswipe - Same

DirectionDaylight Clear Dry

Failure to Keep in Proper Lane / Made an Improper Turn

Non-Fatal Inury 67 -

MV1 traveling E. Columbus NB turning onto Union Street WB struck by MV2 traveling E. Columbus NB. MV2 refused to provide info to MV1 operator & fled scene before police

arrival. MV2 not reported stolen.

3 4/1/2011 Friday 12:35 PM Angle Daylight Cloudy Dry No Improper Driving Property Damage Only 19 -

MV1 traveling Union Street WB crossing E. Columbus struck MV2 turning left from Union Street EB to E. Columbus NB. MV2 failed to yield to MV1 when turning left. MV2 gave

name & address to MV1 operator & fled scene before police arrival.

4 5/10/2011 Tuesday 4:18 PM Angle Daylight Clear Dry No Improper Driving Property Damage Only 27 30

MV1 and MV2 (double tractor trailer) made contact as both vehicles merged into the same lane on E. Columbus NB

approaching Union Street. Roadway construction forced traffic to merge from 3 lanes to 2 lanes to 1 lane.

5 5/12/2011 Thursday 12:50 PM Angle Daylight Clear Dry Unknown Property Damage Only 49 26

MV1 (tractor trailer) and MV2 made contact as both vehicles merged into the same lane on E. Columbus NB approaching Union Street. Roadway construction forced traffic to merge from 3 lanes to 2 lanes to 1 lane. Both MV1 & MV2 claimed

to have right-of-way.

6 10/15/2011 Saturday 12:55 AM Rear-End Dark - Lighted Cloudy Dry Distracted Non-Fatal Inury 43 31

MV2 was struck from behind by MV1 while stopped at red light on E. Columbus NB. Impact pushed MV2 into

intersection across Union Street. MV1 driver's side airbag deployed. MV1 operator taken by ambulance to hospital.

7 10/20/2011 Thursday 9:06 AM Angle Daylight Cloudy DryDisregarded Traffic Signs, Signals, or Road

MarkingsNon-Fatal Inury 25 47

MV1 traveling Union Street WB crossing E. Columbus struck by MV2 on passenger side door. MV2 failed to stop at red

signal. MV2 operator says he was not at fault & MV1 failed to stop. Witness says MV2 never stopped at the red signal. MV2 was moved to gas station parking lot before police

arrival.

8 11/18/2011 Friday 7:00 AM Rear-End Dawn Clear Dry Followed Too Closely Property Damage Only 27 29MV1 was struck from behind by MV2 while stopped at a red

signal. MV2 was following MV1 too closely. MV1 issued a citation.

9 11/18/2011 Friday 11:54 AM Angle Daylight Clear Dry Made an Improper Turn Non-Fatal Inury 56 34MV1 & MV2 were both turning left onto Union Street WB

from E. Columbus NB when they made impact. MV2 was in left-turn lane while MV1 was in through lane.

10 11/25/2011 Friday 3:32 PM Single Vehicle Daylight Clear Dry No Improper Driving Non-Fatal Inury 25 N/AMV1 lost control, struck curbing, and then hit a stone wall. MV1 operator says she was cut off by an unknown vehicle.

11 12/8/2011 Thursday 5:09 AM Angle Dawn Rain WetSwerving or Avoiding Due to Vehicle in

RoadwayNon-Fatal Inury 43 24

MV1 was struck at an angle by MV2 while exiting the gas station onto Union Street EB. MV2 was traveling on Union Street EB from E. Columbus NB. MV1 said he never saw

MV2; MV2 said he never saw MV1.

12 1/7/2012 Saturday 11:11 AMSideswipe - Same

DirectionDaylight Clear Dry No Improper Driving Property Damage Only 41 42

MV1 traveling on East Columbus Avenue NB made an improper left-turn and cut-off MV2 who was traveling

straight on East Columbus Avenue NB.

13 3/6/2012 Tuesday 4:05 PM Angle Daylight Clear Dry Made an Improper Turn Non-Fatal Inury 44 42MV2 traveling on East Columbus Avenue NB made improper left-turn infront of MV1 traveling straight on East Columbus

Avenue NB causing a collision.

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1/1/2011 - 12/31/2014


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14 4/18/2012 Wednesday 2:03 PM Angle Daylight Cloudy Dry Made an Improper Turn Property Damage Only 37 35MV1 traveling on East Columbus Avenue NB made improper left-tun infront of MV2 traveling straight on East Columbus


15 5/5/2012 Saturday 4:56 PM Angle Daylight Clear Dry Made an Improper Turn Non-Fatal Inury 44 83MV2 traveling on East Columbus Avenue NB made improper left-tun infront of MV1 traveling straight on East Columbus


16 5/11/2012 Friday 5:58 AMSideswipe - Same

DirectionDaylight Clear Dry Made an Improper Turn Property Damage Only 42 57

MV2 traveling on East Columbus Avenue NB made improper left-tun infront of MV1 traveling straight on East Columbus


17 6/22/2012 Friday 3:26 PM Angle Daylight Unknown Unknown Failure to Yield the Right of Way Property Damage Only 24 39MV2 failed to yield right of way when pulling out of the Pride

Gas Station and struck MV1 traveling on East Columbus Avenue NB.

18 6/29/2012 Friday 5:24 PM Rear-End Daylight Clear Dry Inattention Non-Fatal Inury 40 60MV2 stopped at red light struck by MV1 traveling East

Columbus Avenue NB.

19 7/20/2012 Friday 1:30 PM Angle Daylight Cloudy Wet Failure to Yield the Right of Way Property Damage Only 44 34MV1 traveling on Union Street WB made left-turn on red

light and struck MV2 traveling on East Columbus Avenue NB.

20 8/9/2012 Thursday 5:52 PM Single Vehicle Daylight Clear Dry Unknown Non-Fatal Inury 38 N/AMV1 traveling on East Columus Avenue NB changed lanes

too quickly and lost control before striking a sign post.

21 8/17/2012 Friday 1:14 PM Rear-End Daylight Clear Dry Operating defective equipment Property Damage Only 68 56MV2 traveling on East Columbus Avenue NB struck MV1

stopped in traffic on East Columbus Avenue NB. MV2 stated that his brakes failed.

22 9/19/2012 Wednesday 8:26 AM Angle Daylight Cloudy Dry Unknown Unknown 90 34MV1 traveling on East Columbus Avenue NB crossed 3 lanes

of traffic and cut off MV2 traveling on East Columbus Avenue NB. MV1 fled scene before police arrival.

23 10/9/2012 Tuesday 1:17 PM Angle Daylight Cloudy DryFailure to Keep in Proper Lane / Made an

Improper TurnProperty Damage Only 31 20

MV2 traveling on East Columbus Avenue NB made improper left-tun infront of MV1 traveling straight on East Columbus


24 10/20/2012 Saturday 2:13 PM Angle Daylight Clear Dry Made an Improper Turn Non-Fatal Inury 27 31MV2 traveling on East Columbus Avenue NB made improper left-tun infront of MV1 traveling straight on East Columbus


25 11/18/2012 Sunday 10:33 AM Unknown Daylight Clear Dry Inattention Property Damage Only 26 54

MV1 traveling on East Columbus Avenue NB states MV2 sideswiped same direction on driverside door. MV2 traveling

on East Columbus Avenue NB states that MV1 made improper left-turn infront causing collision. Both vehicles

moved before police arrival.

26 12/20/2012 Thursday 8:56 AM Angle Daylight Clear Dry Distracted Property Damage Only 66 62MV1 traveling on Union Street EB on green light struck by

MV2 traveling on East Columbus Avenue NB.

27 12/21/2012 Friday 11:56 AM Angle Daylight Rain Wet No Improper Driving Property Damage Only 49 29MV2 traveling on East Columbus Avenue NB made improper left-turn infront of MV1 traveling straight on East Columbus


28 12/23/2012 Sunday 6:00 AM Angle Dawn Clear Dry Distracted Non-Fatal Inury 30 21MV1 traveling straight on East Columbus Avenue NB ran red

light struck MV2 traveling straight on Union Street EB.


1/1/2011 - 12/31/2014


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29 2/6/2013 Wednesday 12:33 AM Angle Dark - Lighted Clear Wet Other Improper Action Property Damage Only 55 68MV1 traveling WB on Union St. MV2 traveling NB on East Columbus. MV1 struck MV2 at the intersection of the two

streets. No other info provided.

30 3/3/2013 Sunday 12:01 AM Angle Dark - Lighted Cloudy Dry Failure to Yield the Right of Way Property Damage Only 20 21

MV2 traveling Union Street EB crossing E. Columbus Avenue struck by MV1 traveling E. Columbus Avenue NB. MV1 Hit

and Run. MV1 shown on narrative fleeing with right-turn and does not indicate if right-turn was pre-crash movement.

31 4/19/2013 Friday 6:09 PMSideswipe - Same

DirectionDaylight Cloudy Dry Made an Improper Turn Property Damage Only 63 25

MV1 was traveling NB on E Columbus Ave. MV2 had just pulled out of a gas station onto E Columbus NB. MV2

attempted to turn left onto Union St. WB when colliding with MV1. MV2 believed they were in a turning lane when they

were not.

32 4/28/2013 Sunday 9:56 PM Angle Dark - Lighted Clear Dry Other Improper Action Non Fatal Injury 37 21

MV1 traveling EB on Union St through the intersection with E Columbus Ave. It is not clear who, but one of the operaters ran a red stop signal. MV1 struck MV2, causing MV2 to skid

EB on Union St.

33 5/10/2013 Friday 7:38 PM Rear-End Dusk Clear Dry Inattention Non Fatal Injury 38 37MV1 traveling NB on E Columbus was slowing for a red light

at intesection at Union St. when rear ended by MV2.

34 5/19/2013 Sunday 5:23 PM Angle Daylight Rain Wet Made an Improper Turn Non Fatal Injury 29 62

MV1 and MV2 traveling NB on E Columbus Ave. MV1 in left most lane (marked for left turn or proceed straight) was

proceeding straight after green signal. MV2, in lane right of MV1 (marked at straight only), was attempting to turn left

on Union St. after green signal and collided with MV1.

35 7/7/2013 Sunday 8:35 PM Rear-End Dark - Lighted Cloudy Dry Unknown Non Fatal Injury 48 22

MV1 and MV2 traveling EB on Union St. stopped at red light at intersection with E Columbus Ave. MV1 was stopped at light when rear ended by MV2. Operator of MV2 fled the

scene of the accident.

36 9/5/2013 Thursday 9:26 AM Angle Daylight Cloudy Dry Made an Improper Turn Property Damage Only 35 55

MV1 and MV2 traveling EB on Union St. approaching intersection with E Columbus Ave. MV2 in left lane,

attempting to proceed straight through intersection. MV1 in right lane, attempting to change into left lane, struck MV2.

37 10/8/2013 Tuesday 3:12 PM Angle Daylight Clear Dry Made an Improper Turn Non Fatal Injury 42 30

MV1 and MV2 traveling NB on E Columbus Ave. MV2 in left lane, MV1 in lane right of MV1. MV2 attempting to proceed

straight, MV1 attempting to turn left onto Union St. MV2 struck MV1. One passanger transported by AMR.

38 10/16/2013 Wednesday 3:58 PMSideswipe - Same

DirectionDaylight Cloudy Dry

Swerving or avoiding due to wind, slippery surface, vehicle, object, non-

motorist in roadway…etc.Non Fatal Injury 52 32 54

MV1 in middle travel lane traveling NB on E Columbus Ave. MV1 Swerved leftwhen startled by a large truck accelerating

behind and collided with MV2. MV2 swerved off road and rotated back onto Union St. and collided with MV3, which

was stopped in traffic.

39 10/22/2013 Tuesday 12:42 PM Rear-End Daylight Cloudy Dry Unknown Property Damage Only 38 30MV1 on Union St. prior to E Columbus Ave. Operator sneezed

and rear ended MV2 which was stopped in traffic on Union St.

40 10/31/2013 Thursday 3:03 PM Angle Daylight Rain Wet Made an Improper Turn Non Fatal Injury 33 43

MV1 and MV2 traveling NB on E Columbus Ave. MV2 (a tractor pulling a trailor) in the left most lane and MV1 in the lane to the right of MV2. MV1 attempted to take a left onto Union St., MV2 attempting to continue straight, struck MV1.


1/1/2011 - 12/31/2014


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41 11/7/2013 Thursday 3:27 PM Single Vehicle Daylight Rain Wet Driving too fast for conditions Non Fatal Injury 53 N/AMV1 traveling NB on E Columbus Ave lost control of his car

and swerved into a wall after the intersection with Union St.

42 1/12/2014 Sunday 8:29 PM Rear-End Dark - Lighted Clear Dry Inattention Property Damage Only 31 25

MV1 & MV2 were both traveling E Columbus NB approaching Union Street. MV2 was rear-ended by MV1 when it

attempted to turn right onto Union Street EB. MV1 operator says MV2 started braking suddenly, causing her to swerve to

avoid an accident. MV2 struck the rear of MV1 as well as a cross walk signal pole, traffic signal pole, and roadway sign.

43 1/13/2014 Monday 8:26 AM Angle Daylight Clear Dry Unknown Non-Fatal Inury 56 53

MV1 was traveling E Columbus NB attempting to cross Union Street. MV2 was traveling Union Street EB attemping to cross

E Columbus. Both operators said they had a green signal & that the other driver ran a red signal. MV2 operator says she started from a stop as her signal had just turned green. Both

vehicles towed. MV1 operator taken away in ambulance.

44 2/18/2014 Tuesday 3:15 PM Angle Daylight Snow Snow No Improper Driving Property Damage Only 27 51

MV1 was traveling E Columbus NB in left turn/through lane. MV2 had just pulled out of the gas station onto E Columbus

NB and was crossing lanes to turn left onto Union Street WB. MV2 began to turn left from a through-only lane and made contact with MV1 in the left/through lane in the process.

MV2 operator says MV1 was traveling too fast for the snowy conditions & that she couldn't see the pavement markings due to snow on ground. Both drivers were unfamiliar with

the area.

45 2/26/2014 Wednesday 10:39 AMSideswipe - Same

DirectionDaylight Clear Dry No Improper Driving Property Damage Only 43 34

MV1 (police vehicle in active narcotics investigation) was operating Union Street EB attempting to enter left travel

lane. MV2 was operating Union Street EB in left travel lane. Witness states MV2 was operating in the right travel lane and then switched to left travel lane right before contact

occurred.

46 5/1/2014 Thursday 1:49 PM Angle Daylight Cloudy Dry Made an Improper Turn Property Damage Only 39 32MV1 & MV2 both traveling E Columbus NB. MV2 travling

straight in left-turn/through lane. MV1 attempted to turn left from a through-only lane when it made contact with MV2.


DirectionDaylight Clear Dry Made an Improper Turn Property Damage Only 63 50

MV1 was traveling E Columbus NB in left-turn/through lane. MV2 was traveling E Columbus NB in a through-only lane

when it attempted to turn left onto Union Street WB, making contact with MV1, which was traveling straight through the

intersection.

48 7/7/2014 Monday 1:29 PMSideswipe - Same

DirectionDaylight Clear Dry

Inattention / Failure to Keep in Proper Lane

Property Damage Only 25 31

MV1 was traveling E Columbus NB in left-turn/through lane. MV2 was traveling E Columbus NB in a through-only lane

when it attempted to move into the left turn/through lane. MV1 was continuing straight through the intersection onto I-

91. MV2 operator claims he thought MV1 was turning left onto Union Street WB.


1/1/2011 - 12/31/2014


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49 7/27/2014 Sunday 9:04 PM Angle Dark - Lighted Cloudy Wet Made an Improper Turn Non-Fatal Inury 19 39

MV1 was traveling E Columbus NB in left-turn/through lane. MV2 was traveling E Columbus NB in through-only lane when

it attempted to turn left onto Union Street WB, making contact with MV1, which was traveling straight through the

intersection. MV2 towed from scene.

50 8/24/2014 Sunday 2:30 AM Single Vehicle Dark - Lighted Clear Dry Unknown Property Damage Only 24 N/A

MV1 was traveling Union Street WB just east of the E Columbus intersection when operator lost control & crashed

into a light pole. Operator & passenger were in a verbal argument when the operator lost control of MV1. MV1

towed from scene.

51 9/8/2014 Monday 7:38 AM Rear-End Daylight Clear Dry Inattention Property Damage Only 43 22 22

MV1, MV2, & MV3 all traveling E Columbus NB. MV1 & MV2 slowed to stop for red signal at intersection. MV3 failed to

stop, rear-ending MV2, which pushed MV1 into the crosswalk. All 3 vehicles suffered moderate to extensive

damage.

52 9/15/2014 Monday 8:36 AM Rear-End Daylight Clear Dry Unknown Property Damage Only 52 40

MV1 & MV2 were both traveling E Columbus NB approaching Union Street. MV2 was rear-ended by MV1 when it stopped

for traffic ahead of it. MV1 operator says MV2 stopped abruptly & could not stop in time to avoid a collision.

53 10/22/2014 Wednesday 1:43 PM Angle Daylight Rain WetOperating Vehicle in Erratic, Reckless,

Careless, Negligent, or Aggressive Manner

Non-Fatal Inury 50 64

MV2 was traveling Union Street WB through the intersection through a green signal when it was hit by MV1 traveling E Columbus NB. MV1 operator says his signal was green but

police cited him for failure to stop at a red signal. MV2 operator taken to hospital. Both vehicles towed.

54 10/31/2014 Friday 2:55 PM Angle Daylight Cloudy Dry No Improper Driving Non-Fatal Inury 42 32

MV1 pulled out of gas station before traveling E Columbus NB, attempting to turn left onto Union Street WB at

intersection. MV2, traveling E Columbus NB, struck rear corner of MV1. MV1 override & struck curb, rolling onto its

side & coming to rest at the signal post. MV2 operator taken to hospital. Both vehicles towed.


DirectionDaylight Cloudy Dry No Improper Driving Property Damage Only 65 23

MV1 and MV2 were both traveling NB on E. Columbus Ave. Cars were side by side when forced to merge due to

construction zone when they collided.

56 7/2/2011 Saturday 8:20 PMSideswipe - Same

DirectionDusk Clear Dry Other Improper Action Non-Fatal Inury 35 25

MV1 was properly turning left from left lane of E. Columbus Ave onto Union St when MV2 approached from behind and

collided with the side of MV1.

57 10/4/2011 Tuesday 1:19 PMSideswipe - Same

DirectionDaylight Cloudy Dry Unknown Property Damage Only 59 37

MV1 and MV2 were both traveling EB on Union St through E. Columbus Ave intersection. After intersection the road

merges and MV2's mirror hit MV1's passenger side mirror causing it to bend back and break.

58 3/12/2012 Monday 10:07 PM Angle Dark - Lighted Clear Dry Unknown Property Damage Only 23 19MV1 traveling EB on Union St. MV2 traveling NB on E. Columbus Ave. Both vehicles collided at intersection.

Unknown which vehicle had green light.

59 6/3/2012 Sunday 9:07 PM Angle Dark - Lighted Rain Wet Inattention Property Damage Only 22 23MV1 traveling EB on Union St. was stop at red light. MV2

traveling NB on E. Columbus Ave tried to take left turn onto Union St. when they struck the front end of MV1.

Crash Data Summary TableUnion Street at Main Street - Springfield, Massachusetts

1/1/2011 - 12/31/2014


D1 D2 D3

1 3/17/2011 Thursday 12:37 AM Single Vehicle Dark - Lighted Clear Dry No Improper Driving Property Damage Only 39 N/AMV1 (Police Cruiser) backed into a tree at the northeastern

edge of the intersection during a three-point-turn when responding to a shots-fired call. Trunk of MV1 was damaged.

2 5/17/2011 Tuesday 4:28 PM Rear-End Daylight Rain Wet Unknown Property Damage Only - -

MV2 traveling Union Street WB was rear-ended by MV1 while stopped for traffic. MV1 continued on Union Street

WB without stopping. MV2 suffered rear bumper damage on driver's side.

3 8/8/2011 Monday 10:11 AM Rear-End Daylight Clear Dry Inattention Property Damage Only 36 46MV1 traveling Union Street WB was rear-ended by MV2

while stopping for a red signal.

4 10/1/2011 Saturday 1:39 AM Angle Dark - Lighted Clear Dry Other Improper Action Property Damage Only - 29

MV1 traveling Main Street SB hit MV2 turning left onto Union Street WB from Main Street NB. MV2 started turning left because MV1 didn't go when the signal turned green.

MV1 did not stop after hitting MV2.

5 5/7/2012 Monday 8:43 PM Angle Dark - Lighted Clear DryDisregarded traffic signs, signals, road

markingsNon-Fatal Injury 65 35

MV2 traveling on Main Street SB failed to stop at red light. Proceeds through intersection and strikes MV1 traveling on

Union Street EB

6 8/2/2012 Thursday 7:38 PM Cyclist Daylight Clear Dry Other Improper Action Non-Fatal Injury 64 23

MV1 traveling on Main Street SB proceed through intersection states hit by a cyclist. Cyclist traveling on Main

Street SB proceed through intersection states was hit by MV1.

7 9/19/2012 Wednesday 6:41 PM Rear-End Dusk Clear Dry Inattention Property Damage Only 26 51MV2 traveling on Union Street EB proceeded through

intersection when struck in the rearby MV1.

8 11/2/2012 Friday 3:38 PM Cyclist Daylight Clear Dry Unknown Non-Fatal Injury 54 45

MV1 traveling on Union Street EB proceed through intersection hits cyclist crossing Main Street SB. Cyclist

traveling on Main Street SB deflects off MV1 strikes rear of MV3 traveling on Union Street EB about to turn left onto

Main Street NB.

9 11/10/2012 Saturday 6:35 PM Angle Dark - Lighted Clear Dry Failed to yield right of way Non-Fatal Injury 66 59MV1 traveling on Union Street WB attempting left-turn onto

Main Street SB. MV2 traveling straight on Union Street EB strikes MV1.

10 11/23/2012 Friday 9:14 AM Angle DaylightFog, Smog,

SmokeDry Failed to yield right of way Property Damage Only 89 64

MV1 traveling on Main Street NB makes right-turn through intersection. MV2 traveling on Main Street SB makes left-

turn through intersection and strikes MV1.

11 1/3/2013 Thursday 11:53 AM Angle Daylight Clear Dry Unknown Property Damage Only 64 39MV1 traveling WB on Union St. MV2 traveling EB on Union St. MV1 attempted a left turn onto Main St. and was struck

by MV2 passing through intersection.

12 1/31/2013 Thursday 8:46 PM Angle Dark - Lighted Clear Dry Made an improper turn Non-Fatal Injury 20 40

MV1, a van filled with 8 people, traveling SB on Main St. through the Union St. intersection. MV2 traveling NB on

Main St. attempted a left turn onto Union St. and was struck by MV1 continuing through the intersection.

13 4/29/2013 Monday 9:06 AM Rear End Daylight Clear Dry Inattention Property Damage Only 47 36MV1 and MV2 traveling east on Union St. MV1 stopped at red light at intersection with Main St when rear ended by

MV2. Minimal damage.

14 6/21/2013 Friday 3:45 PM Rear End Daylight Clear Dry Unknown Property Damage Only 18 28MV1 and MV2 traveling NB on Main St. Vehicles approaching intersection with Union St. MV2 ahead of MV1 slows/stops

at red light when struck in rear by MV1.

Crash Diagram


Time of Day

Manner of Collision

CommentsLight ConditionWeather Condition

Road Surface


Crash SeverityAges


1/1/2011 - 12/31/2014


D1 D2 D3

Crash Diagram


Time of Day

Manner of Collision


Road Surface


Crash SeverityAges

15 7/12/2013 Friday 1:50 PM Angle Daylight Clear Dry Wrong side or wrong way Property Damage Only 44 -

MV1, a police vehicle, stopped in the intersection of Main St. and Union St. MV2 attempting to pass a row of stopped traffic traveling WB on Union St. MV2 struck MV1 and

proceeded to fled WB on Union St.

16 8/2/2013 Friday 9:57 PM AngleDark - Not

LightedRain Wet No Improper Driving Property Damage Only 48 -

MV2 traveling EB on Union St through the Main St. intersection was struck by another MV who ran a red light in

the SB lane. The unknown MV fled the scene but eyewhitness account was consistent with MV2's story.

17 8/31/2013 Saturday 6:32 PM Rear End Daylight Clear Dry Inattention Non-Fatal Injury 30 59

MV1 and MV2 traveling NB on Main St. at the intersection with Union St. Vehicles stopped at a red signal. MV1 in

directly in front of MV2 in the line of traffic. MV2 expected MV1 to move when the light turned green though it did not.

MV2 rear ended MV1.

18 12/11/2013 Wednesday 2:30 PM Rear End Daylight Clear Dry Inattention Non-Fatal Injury 44 29MV1 and MV2 traveling EB on Union St. Vehicles are stopped

in traffic at intersection of Main St. MV2 ahead of MV1 in line of traffic. MV1 rear ends MV2.

19 1/24/2014 Friday 11:53 AM Pedestrian Daylight Clear Dry Glare / Inattention Non-Fatal Injury 23 57

MV1, traveling Main Street SB, struck a pedestrian walking across Union Street while attempting to turn right onto

Union Street WB. MV1 operator claims there was sun glare & pedestrian appeared all of a sudden.

20 11/4/2014 Tuesday 7:03 PM Cyclist Dark - Lighted Clear Dry No Improper Driving Property Damage Only 26 24MV1 was turning right onto Main Street NB from Union

Street WB when a cyclist made contact with the rear quarter panel of MV1.

21 12/16/2014 Tuesday 8:15 PM Pedestrian Dark - Lighted Rain Wet No Improper Driving Non-Fatal Injury 21 59

MV1 was traveling Union Street EB through a green light behind another vehicle when it struck a wheelchair-bound

pedestrian attemping to cross the street despite a red crosswalk signal. Pedestrian admitted to consuming alcohol & having a red pedestrian signal. MV1 had 6 passengers in a

5-passenger car.

22 12/19/2014 Friday 8:36 PM Single Vehicle Dark - Lighted Cloudy Dry No Improper Driving Property Damage Only 35 N/AMV1, turning right from Main Street SB onto Union Street

WB, struck the curb and then the traffic control box.

23 6/19/2011 Sunday 12:14 PM Angle Daylight Clear Dry Exceeded authorized speed Non-Fatal Injury 18 73

MV1, operating Union Street WB, crossed into the EB travel lanes to go around a line of cars (including a marked police cruiser) stopped for the red traffic signal. MV1 ran the red

traffic signal, colliding with MV2 in the intersection. MV2 was operating Main Street SB with a green traffic signal. MV1 also

cited for not having a driver's license.

24 7/1/2011 Friday 9:55 PM Cyclist Dark - Lighted Clear Dry Other Improper Action Non-Fatal Injury 50 19

MV1 operating Union Street EB crossing Main Street when a cyclist rode off of the sidewalk from the southeast corner of the intersection into the intersection. MV1 hit the cyclist & then fled the scene. His front license plate fell of from the

impact, so police were able to track down MV1.

25 8/1/2011 Monday 7:01 PM Angle Daylight Cloudy DryDisregarded traffic signs, signals, road

markingsNon-Fatal Injury 24 20

MV1, operating Union Street WB, started into Main Street intersection on a green traffic signal when it was struck by

MV2. MV2, operating Main Street SB, failed to stop at a red traffic signal.

26 9/22/2014 Monday 7:22 AM Rear End Daylight Clear Dry Followed Too Closely Property Damage Only 45 27MV1 and MV2 traveling on Union Street EB. MV1 stopped in

traffic rear ended by MV2.


1/1/2011 - 12/31/2014


D1 D2 D3

Crash Diagram


Time of Day

Manner of Collision


Road Surface


Crash SeverityAges

27 9/25/2011 Sunday 10:53 AM Angle Daylight Cloudy Dry Inattention Property Damage Only - 28MV1 travelling SB on Main St. MV2 travelling WB on Union St. collision occurred at intersection. MV2 fled the scene.

28 4/14/2014 Monday 11:14 AMSideswipe, same

directionDaylight Cloudy Dry Inattention Property Damage Only 63 55

MV2 was heading SB on Main St approaching Union St intersection. MV1 was parked on the side of Main St and

tried to pull into traffic when MV1 and MV2 collided.

Crash Data Summary TableUnion Street (Between West Columbus Avenue and Main Street) - Springfield, Massachusetts

1/1/2011 - 12/31/2014


D1 D2 D3

A 10/31/2011 Monday 12:31 PM Rear-End Daylight Clear Wet Unknown Non-Fatal Injury 22 34

MV1 was stopped in traffic on Union Street EB (99 Union Street) when rear-ended by MV2. MV2 fled the scene but

then returned. MV2 operator says she slid on a patch of ice. Minor damage to both vehicles.

B 8/21/2012 Tuesday 11:43 AM Rear-End Daylight Clear Dry Inattention Property Damage Only 36 37 65MV1 and MV2 stopped in traffic on Union Street EB. MV3

failed to stop and hit MV2 who in turn tapped MV1.

C 11/30/2012 Friday 1:13 PM Rear-End Daylight Cloudy Dry Inattention Non-Fatal Injury 41 65 22MV1 and MV2 stopped in traffic on Union Street EB. MV3

failed to stop and hit MV2 who in turn tapped MV1.

D 4/25/2013 Thursday 1:37 PM Rear-End Daylight Clear Dry Inattention Non-Fatal Injury 26 31MV1 & MV2 traveling Union Street EB. MV1 was stopped in a

line of traffic when it was rear-ended by MV2.

E 6/13/2013 Thursday 4:33 PM Angle Daylight Rain Wet Inattention Property Damage Only 38 54

MV1 was stopped in traffic on Union Street EB (99 Union Street) when MV2 backed into MV1 from 99 Union Street.

MV2 operator says MV1 drove into MV2 while he was backing up. MV2 operator issued a 90/23 citation. MV1

towed.

F 9/19/2013 Thursday 12:05 PM Rear-End Daylight Clear Dry No Improper Driving Non-Fatal Injury 27 51 27

MV1, MV2, & MV3 were all stopped in a long line of traffic on Union Street EB (99 Union Street). When the signal at the Main Street intersection turned green, MV3 accelerated

before MV1 & MV2 began moving. MV3 rear-ended MV2, which was pushed into MV1.

G 12/4/2013 Wednesday 11:54 AM Rear-End Daylight Clear Dry Inattention Non-Fatal Injury 31 -MV1 & MV2 traveling Union Street WB were both stopped in

traffic. MV2 suddenly started driving and rear-ended stationary MV1.

H 3/24/2014 Monday 6:02 PM Rear-End Daylight Clear Dry Inattention Property Damage Only 47 43

MV1 & MV2 traveling Union Street EB. MV1 was stopped in a line of traffic when it was rear-ended by MV2, causing heavy front-end damage to MV2 but only minor visible damage to

MV1. MV2 operator states she couldn't find the brake.

CommentsAges

Crash SeverityCrash

Diagram Reference

Crash Date Day of WeekTime of

DayManner of Collision



Road Surface

Crash Data Summary Charts

Union Street @ West Columbus Avenue ‐ Springfield, Massachusetts

1/1/2011 ‐ 12/31/2014

Union Street @ West Columbus Avenue 22

Month # %

January 2 9%

February 1 5%

March 5 23%

April 0 0%

May 0 0%

June 0 0%

July 4 18%

August 1 5%

September 3 14%

October 2 9%

November 0 0%

December 4 18%

Day of Week # %

Sunday 1 5%

Monday 2 9%

Tuesday 1 5%

Wednesday 2 9%

Thursday 4 18%

Friday 8 36%

Saturday 4 18%

Time of Day # %

6AM ‐ 9AM 2 9%

9AM ‐ 12PM 3 14%

12PM‐3PM 3 14%

3PM ‐ 6PM 5 23%

6PM ‐ 9PM 4 18%

9PM ‐ 6AM 5 23%

Manner of Collision # %

Single Vehicle 3 14%

Rear‐end 6 27%

Angled 9 41%

Sideswipe 2 9%

Head‐on 1 5%

Ped/Bike 1 5%

Unknown / Other 0 0%

Weather Conditions # %

Clear 19 86%

Cloudy 1 5%

Rain 1 5%

Snow 0 0%

Other 0 0%

Unknown / NR 1 5%

Road Surface # %

Dry 20 91%

Wet 1 5%

Snow 0 0%

Unknown / NR 1 5%

Crash Severity # %

Property Damage Only 14 64%

Non‐Fatal Injury 7 32%

Fatal Injury 0 0%

Unknown / NR 1 5%

Main Contributing Factor from Narrative # %

Following Too Closely 1 5%

Visibility Obstructed 0 0%

Failure to Yield Right‐Of‐Way 3 14%

Innattention / Distracted 9 41%

Disregarded Traffic Controls 2 9%

Excessive Speed 0 0%

Physical Impairment 1 5%

Erratic / Aggressive Driving 1 5%

Cellular Phone Use 0 0%

Failure to Signal Turn 0 0%

Made an Improper Turn 1 5%

No Improper Driving 2 9%

Other / Unknown 2 9%

0%

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15%

20%

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0%10%20%30%40%

0%

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30%

40%

50%

SingleVehicle

Rear‐end Angled Sideswipe Head‐on Ped/Bike Unknown /Other

0%

50%

100%

Clear Cloudy Rain Snow Other Unknown /NR

0%

50%

100%

Dry Wet Snow Unknown / NR

0%5%10%15%20%25%30%35%40%45%

0%50%

100%

Property DamageOnly

Non‐Fatal Injury Fatal Injury Unknown / NR

T0454_Union Street Crash Data Summary Table.xlsx Sheet 1 of 1


Union Street @ East Columbus Avenue ‐ Springfield, Massachusetts

1/1/2011 ‐ 12/31/2014

Union Street @ East Columbus Avenue 59

Month # %

January 4 7%

February 3 5%

March 4 7%

April 5 8%

May 7 12%

June 4 7%

July 5 8%

August 3 5%

September 4 7%

October 11 19%

November 5 8%

December 4 7%

Day of Week # %

Sunday 10 17%

Monday 5 8%

Tuesday 7 12%

Wednesday 8 14%

Thursday 10 17%

Friday 13 22%

Saturday 6 10%

Time of Day # %

6AM ‐ 9AM 7 12%

9AM ‐ 12PM 7 12%

12PM‐3PM 15 25%

3PM ‐ 6PM 15 25%

6PM ‐ 9PM 5 8%

9PM ‐ 6AM 10 17%


Single Vehicle 4 7%

Rear‐end 10 17%

Angled 33 56%

Sideswipe 11 19%

Head‐on 0 0%

Ped/Bike 0 0%



Clear 32 54%

Cloudy 18 31%

Rain 7 12%

Snow 1 2%

Other 0 0%

Unknown / NR 1 2%

Road Surface # %

Dry 47 80%

Wet 10 17%

Snow 0 0%

Unknown / NR 2 3%

Crash Severity # %



Fatal Injury 0 0%

Unknown / NR 1 2%



Made an Improper Turn / Failure to Keep in Lane /

Running Off Road 17 29%





Swerving / Avoiding 2 3%




Vehicle Malfunction 1 2%



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Union Street @ Main Street ‐ Springfield, Massachusetts

1/1/2011 ‐ 12/31/2014

Union Street @ Main Street 28

Month # %

January 3 11%

February 0 0%

March 1 4%

April 2 7%

May 2 7%

June 2 7%

July 2 7%

August 5 18%

September 3 11%

October 1 4%

November 4 14%

December 3 11%

Day of Week # %

Sunday 2 7%

Monday 6 21%

Tuesday 3 11%

Wednesday 2 7%

Thursday 4 14%

Friday 8 29%

Saturday 3 11%

Time of Day # %

6AM ‐ 9AM 1 4%

9AM ‐ 12PM 7 25%

12PM‐3PM 3 11%

3PM ‐ 6PM 3 11%

6PM ‐ 9PM 9 32%

9PM ‐ 6AM 5 18%


Single Vehicle 2 7%

Rear‐end 8 29%

Angled 11 39%

Sideswipe 1 4%

Head‐on 0 0%

Ped/Bike 6 21%



Clear 20 71%

Cloudy 4 14%

Rain 3 11%

Snow 0 0%

Other 1 4%

Unknown / NR 0 0%

Road Surface # %

Dry 25 89%

Wet 3 11%

Snow 0 0%

Unknown / NR 0 0%

Crash Severity # %



Fatal Injury 0 0%

Unknown / NR 0 0%








Glare 1 4%

Erratic / Aggressive Driving / Wrong Way 1 4%


Made an Improper Turn 1 4%




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Union Street @ Main Street ‐ Springfield, Massachusetts

1/1/2011 ‐ 12/31/2014

Union Street Corridor 8

Month # %

January 0 0%

February 0 0%

March 1 13%

April 1 13%

May 0 0%

June 1 13%

July 0 0%

August 1 13%

September 1 13%

October 1 13%

November 1 13%

December 1 13%

Day of Week # %

Sunday 0 0%

Monday 2 25%

Tuesday 1 13%

Wednesday 1 13%

Thursday 3 38%

Friday 1 13%

Saturday 0 0%

Time of Day # %

6AM ‐ 9AM 0 0%

9AM ‐ 12PM 2 25%

12PM‐3PM 4 50%

3PM ‐ 6PM 1 13%

6PM ‐ 9PM 1 13%

9PM ‐ 6AM 0 0%


Single Vehicle 0 0%

Rear‐end 7 88%

Angled 1 13%

Sideswipe 0 0%

Head‐on 0 0%

Ped/Bike 0 0%



Clear 6 75%

Cloudy 1 13%

Rain 1 13%

Snow 0 0%

Other 0 0%

Unknown / NR 0 0%

Road Surface # %

Dry 6 75%

Wet 2 25%

Snow 0 0%

Unknown / NR 0 0%

Crash Severity # %



Fatal Injury 0 0%

Unknown / NR 0 0%


Following too Closely 0 0%






Glare 0 0%







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4%

6%

8%

10%

12%

14%

0%10%20%30%40%

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20%

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40%

60%

80%

100%

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Property DamageOnly



CITY/TOWN : SPRINGFIELD COUNT DATE : Aug-12

DISTRICT : 2 UNSIGNALIZED : NO SIGNALIZED : YES

~ INTERSECTION DATA ~

MAJOR STREET : WEST COLUMBUS AVENUE

MINOR STREET(S) : UNION STREET

North

PEAK HOUR VOLUMES

1 2 3 4 5

EB WB NB SB

37 264 1,536 1,837

0.109 16,853

22# OF

YEARS :4

AVERAGE # OF CRASHES PER YEAR (

A ) :5.50

0.89 RATE =( A * 1,000,000 )

( V * 365 )

Comments : K DETERMINED FROM ATR ON W COLUMBUS BETWEEN BLISS & HOWARD

Project Title & Date: MGM SPRINGFIELD - SPRINGFIELD, MA

DIAGRAM

(Label Approaches)

APPROACH :

INTERSECTION CRASH RATE WORKSHEET

INTERSECTION ADT ( V ) = TOTAL DAILY APPROACH VOLUME :

INTERSECTION

CRASH RATE CALCULATION :

TOTAL # OF CRASHES :

" K " FACTOR :

PEAK HOURLY VOLUMES (AM/PM) :

DIRECTION :

Total Peak Hourly

Approach Volume

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West Union Street

W C

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MAJOR STREET : EAST COLUMBUS AVENUE


North

PEAK HOUR VOLUMES

1 2 3 4 5

EB WB NB SB

389 382 1,427 2,198

0.104 21,135

59 # OF YEARS : 4


A ) :14.75

1.91 RATE = ( A * 1,000,000 ) ( V * 365 )

Comments : K DETERMINED FROM ATR ON E COLUMBUS BETWEEN BLISS & HOWARD





INTERSECTION

DIAGRAM

(Label Approaches)

APPROACH :Total Peak

Hourly Approach Volume

DIRECTION :


" K " FACTOR : INTERSECTION ADT ( V ) = TOTAL DAILY APPROACH VOLUME :

E C

olum

bus

Union Street

Union Street

E C

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CITY/TOWN : SPRINGFIELD COUNT DATE : Nov-12



MAJOR STREET : MAIN STREET


North

PEAK HOUR VOLUMES

1 2 3 4 5

EB WB NB SB

520 350 334 471 1,675

0.077 21,753

28# OF

YEARS :4


A ) :7.00

0.88 RATE =( A * 1,000,000 )

( V * 365 )

Comments : K DETERMINED FROM ATR ON MAIN STREET NORTH OF HOWARD STREET


APPROACH :Total Peak

Hourly Approach Volume

DIRECTION :


" K " FACTOR :INTERSECTION ADT ( V ) = TOTAL DAILY

APPROACH VOLUME :




INTERSECTION

DIAGRAM

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2015 Base Year Conditions

Weekday Morning, Evening, and

Saturday Midday

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Appendix E: Road Safety Audit References


Road Safety Audit References

Massachusetts Traffic Safety Toolbox, Massachusetts Highway Department,

www.mhd.state.ma.us/safetytoolbox.

Road Safety Audits, A Synthesis of Highway Practice. NCHRP Synthesis 336. Transportation Research

Board, National Cooperative Highway Research Program, 2004.

Road Safety Audits. Institute of Transportation Engineers and U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal

Highway Administration, www.roadwaysafetyaudits.org.

FHWA Road Safety Audit Guidelines. U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway

Administration, 2006.

Road Safety Audit, 2nd edition. Austroads, 2000.

Road Safety Audits. ITE Technical Council Committee 4S-7. Institute of Transportation Engineers,

February 1995.

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