Road Safety Audit: A Case-Study on NH-16

Abstract

The road network in India spans around 5.5 million kilometers, of which 80 percent is dedicated to the transportation of travelers. Automobile collisions are a common occurrence in the current state of affairs, with one person losing their life every four minutes. Those between the ages of 18 and 55 make up the bulk of those who lose their lives in automobile accidents in India.  Checking road safety is required to reduce the number of accidents and prevent them from happening. A Road Safety Audit, often known as an RSA, is a technique utilized to enhance road safety by identifying potentially dangerous locations and recommending remedial safety measures. This study aims to perform a road safety audit for the section of Highway 16 that extends from Maddilapalem junction to Hanumantavaka junction, which is a distance of 2.5 kilometers. Over the day, this section of road encompasses five conflict spots and has moderate traffic. This study aims to offer a statistical interpretation of the link between the number of accidents, the kind of vehicle involved, and the nature of the accident for the years 2017, 2018, and 2019. Potholes, uneven pavement, and fatigue cracking are the three factors considered throughout the in-depth examination. Based on the findings of this study, relevant steps may be taken to reduce the severity of accidents and collisions.