The busy intersection at South King and Keeaumoku streets in Honolulu has been identified as a top “high-injury intersection” in the City and County of Honolulu’s Oahu Vision Zero Action Plan. The 101-page plan, published in August, outlines key problems and proposed design improvements to reduce traffic fatalities and injuries.
Vision Zero aims to eliminate all traffic fatalities and severe injuries on the streets of Honolulu by 2040, with an estimated cost of $44 million to $48 million per year. The plan highlights the dangerous corridors and intersections on Oahu, with a focus on pedestrian safety.
The report reveals that Oahu’s streets are among the deadliest in the nation for pedestrians, with kupuna being the most vulnerable. The plan identifies high-injury corridors in urban Honolulu, Waikiki, and the Leeward side, with a focus on areas with high traffic volume and speeding.
The Vision Zero team recommends a multi-faceted approach to address traffic safety, including infrastructure improvements, reduced speed limits, and increased enforcement. Community feedback supports measures such as speed humps, pedestrian refuge islands, and protected left turns to improve safety on Oahu’s streets.
The plan also emphasizes the importance of safe speeds and street design in reducing the risk of crashes. With a focus on intersection safety and pedestrian infrastructure, the Vision Zero plan aims to make Honolulu’s streets safer for all residents and visitors.
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