1. NC 711 and SR 1006 Road Safety Review Robeson County Vision Zero Task Force
May 30, 2019

2. Our Community, Our Friends, Our Families
NC 711 and SR 1006 Road Safety Review
Our Community, Our Friends, Our Families
Consequences of serious crashes effect us all
Involves all demographics
ZERO is the only acceptable goal for each of our families
Fatal and serious injury crashes not unique to only NC711 and Great Marsh Church Road
February 15, 2018 (first meeting at UNC-P – from resolution) declaring that these deaths are unacceptable and launching a comprehensive approach to change driving behavior and eliminate roadway deaths and serious injuries in Robeson County.
Mentioned rich county diversity and pride.
Fatal and serious injury crash locations in Robeson County from – (5 years)
NC Vision Zero Data Maps

3. Safer Behaviors = Safer Community
2018 – March 2019
57 People Killed in Traffic Crashes
20 Unbelted
13 Speeding-Related
12 Alcohol-Related
29 Involved Lane Departure
At the beginning of the Robeson Vision Zero Task Force, alcohol, speed, and seat belts were identified as the three top safety issues. The three deadly driver behaviors, were noted as being worse here than the rest of North Carolina ( Data).
Alcohol was in 26% of fatal crashes.
Speeding was in 28% of fatal crashes.
42% of fatal crashes involved unrestrained.
K Injuries from 2018 – in Robeson County
202 total K+A injuries
53% of fatalities unbelted (removed pedestrian, bicyclist, motorcycle)
60.9% of K+A injuries involved roadway departure (50.9% of K)
Note: Some crashes involve multiple factors
NC Vision Zero Analytics –

4. About this Corridor? For NC 711 (2014-2017)
Mileage miles out of
% Crashes /13,844
% Injuries /9,016
% Fatalities /175
Vehicle Exposure
Annual ADT = 6,700 – 24,000

5. NC 711 Corridor Fatal and Serious Injuries
About this Corridor?
NC 711 Corridor Fatal and Serious Injuries
7/2013 – 6/2018
10 Fatal and Severe Injury Crashes
8 Fatalities, 11 Serious injuries
Excessive Speed in Two Multi-Fatality Crashes
5 Fatalities, 3 Serious Injuries
Speeds of 65 MPH and 85 MPH
Friday and Saturday
7 of 10 Fatal and Severe Injury Crashes
13 of 19 Fatal and Severe Injuries
Not at Night: 9:10 AM – 7:36 PM

6. About this Corridor? For SR 1006 (2014-2017)
Mileage out of
% Crashes /13,844
% Injuries /9,016
% Fatalities /175
Vehicle Exposure
Annual ADT (2017) =

7. SR 1006 Corridor Fatal and Serious Injuries
About this Corridor?
SR 1006 Corridor Fatal and Serious Injuries
7/2013 – 6/2018
5 Fatal and Severe Injury Crashes
3 Fatalities, 4 Serious injuries
Excessive Speed in 3 of 5 Fatal and Severe Injury Crashes
Speeds of 65, 75, and 85 MPH
Both Fatal Crashes 1.3 Miles Apart

8. Road Safety Review
A road safety review is a safety performance review of a road or intersection by an independent, experienced, multi-disciplinary team
Observed and potential issues
Considers all environmental conditions
Considers all road users
Road Safety Review was conducted on both corridors on April 22, 2019.

9. Road Safety Review
Thank you to the team for volunteering their time and sharing their knowledge of the corridor and community.
16 total participants
City, County, and State Law Enforcement, Public Health, Emergency Response, Education (Driver Education and University), Engineering, Behavioral Traffic Safety, and of course, members of the community.
Team of 11 for NC 711
Team of 11 For SR 1006

10. NC 711 and SR 1006 Road Safety Review
Overview of Discussions
Recent or planned roadway improvements
Participant/local knowledge of the corridor
Observations during the Road Safety Review
Potential strategies or opportunities to consider for improvement
Although the RSR covered two corridors in Robeson County, there is the opportunity to apply any developments or strategies (4E) to other parts of the county.
Moving Forward: Can use corridor observations, data, and potential activities as a starting point/tool to support traffic safety efforts for the rest of Robeson County. Continue to identify opportunities to implement activities/strategies.

11. Corridors at a Glance
Representative of roads throughout Robeson County
Differences in environment and traffic volumes (including non-motorists)
Individual and combined approaches to consider for safety improvements
Development along both corridors
Existing safety infrastructure
Traffic volume
NC 711 very high on ends
SR 1006 very low in comparison to NC 711
Existing
Shoulders, warning signage, utility clear zones, superelevation in curves, etc.

12. Recent or Planned Treatments
Proposed widening of NC 711 from North Odom Street (SR 1340) to Redmond Road (SR 1557) to a four-lane divided facility. Resurfacing along the corridor.
The purpose of the project according to NCDOT is to enhance mobility for pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicular traffic and to improve safety on NC 711 using a Complete Streets approach.
Active Odom Rd. project at NC 711 with roundabouts and pedestrian features.
New signal replacing four-way stop at Chicken Rd. in November 2016.
A public meeting is scheduled for:
Monday, Feb. 11, 2019
5-7 p.m.
Pembroke Town Hall
100 Union Chapel Road
Pembroke
The purpose of this meeting is to inform the public of the project and gather input on the proposed design.

13. Recent or Planned Treatments
SR 1006 at Rennert Rd.
Converted to All-Way Stop
SR 1006 Resurfacing Project Under Contract
Aggregate shoulder with safety edge
Select shoulder widening
Long-life retroreflective pavement markings

14. Issues and Opportunities
These are some of the safety concerns or opportunities discussed throughout the Road Safety Review.
Additional growth and development expected in the area.
Lumbee EMC moved from Red Springs – could result in extra truck traffic.
MW Electric is coming (ComTech)
Poultry plants
Speed and volume tend to be higher in afternoon
Increased enforcement has likely had a good impact on the area
Low usage compared to rest of NC
Pedestrian/Bicyclist travel (University, groceries)
Diverse Community
Cultural, economic, workforce, age, etc.
Many faith-based institutions, especially along SR 1006 to partner with

15. Seat Belt Observations
NC 711
597 Drivers
189 Unbelted
62 Passengers
23 Unbelted
SR 1006
49 Drivers
18 Unbelted
9 Passengers
2 Unbelted
NC 711
32% unbelted for drivers
37% unbelted for passengers
Tints, handicap, back of pickup,

16. Potential Considerations
Education
Enforcement
EMS
Engineering
What we heard in the discussion from participants.
Throughout the Road Safety Review, participants discussed potential opportunities to consider for safety improvements based on the data, observations, and knowledge of the community.
The overwhelming consideration is to keep the Robeson Vision Zero Task Force as a catalyst for collaboration and change.

17. Engineering
Consider safety corridor signage designating the corridor as a safe zone
Study and evaluate curves for any improvements
Continue to identify and consider opportunities to improve non-motorist mobility and safety
Opportunities to improve signage
Evaluate and consider opportunities to improve pavement condition and markings
Safety Corridor Signage
Combined with increased enforcement, adjudication, and public outreach
Curves
Signage, shoulder improvements, super elevation, visibility
Signage
Legibility, vegetation, regulatory, warning
Pavement consideration to include rumble strips/stripes

18. Education and Outreach
Partner with local businesses on traffic safety education and outreach
Partner with public health stakeholders and programs to reach the community
Continue to expand “Dream Team” programs throughout Robeson Schools
Goal is to increase safety attitudes and awareness.

19. Education and Outreach
Work with local faith-based community and other local groups to support grassroots safety messaging/discussions
Partner with community leaders and identify opportunities to reach specific populations of Robeson's diverse community
Coordinate with NCDOT, schools, local businesses, local officials, and other partners to inform citizens of safety efforts and roadway improvements
Integrate safety into existing programs

20. Enforcement
Continue increased focus on alcohol, speed, and seat belt use.
Evaluate need and supply training and equipment
Multi-agency enforcement activities
Train local police for ARIDE and DRE certification to aide detection and apprehension of impaired drivers
Training/equipment for speed enforcement, tint enforcement
Violations: Speed, aggressive driving, unsafe/illegal passing, impaired driving, no seat belt/child restraint, distracted driving, GDL violation, etc.
Zero-tolerance for along the corridor that are related to high-risk behaviors that can lead to serious or fatal car crashes.
Diversion programs to support enforcement, adjudication, and education

21. Emergency Response “Golden Hour”
Adding capacity for Life Flight response
Evaluation of response data to identify any areas for improvement
Response to K, A, and B crashes

22. Thank you!