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Title:

Analysis of Weather-Related Crashes on U.S. Highways

Abstract:

This paper presents results of an analysis of crashes on U.S. highways in poor road weather conditions. The objectives of the analysis were to update a March 2001 report titled "A Preliminary Analysis of U.S. Highway Crashes Against an Exposure Index", and to identify trends in the frequency of weather-related crashes.

Source(s):

Mitretek Systems, Prepared for FHWA Road Weather Management Program. For an electronic copy of this resource, please direct your request to WeatherFeedback@dot.gov.

Date: 2002

Author:

Goodwin

Keywords:


Crashes
Pavement condition
Safety

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