4.6.3. Safety Safety is a critical concern, with Fort Worth experiencing 123 roadway fatalities in 2023, a 13% increase from the previous year. Of these, 50 occurred on City roads, and the rest on TxDOT-managed highways. Key contributors to crashes include: ■ Speeding: 28% of all crashes, but 36% of killed or seriously injured (KSI) crashes. ■ Distracted driving: 24% of all crashes, 20% of KSI crashes. ■ Large trucks: Fort Worth has a 10.52% rate of truck-involved crashes, significantly higher than the state average of 6.2%.
Takeaways ■ In 2023, 123 traffic fatalities occurred in Fort Worth, a 13% increase from 2022. ■ Speeding accounts for 28% of crashes, but 36% of fatal/serious injuries. ■ Distracted driving contributes to 24% of crashes. ■ Fort Worth has a higher rate of large truck crashes (10.52%) than the Texas average. ■ The HIN overlaps with socially vulnerable areas, especially in southeast Fort Worth. ■ Pedestrian fatalities are concentrated in areas with zero-car households and limited infrastructure.
The HIN highlights corridors with the highest crash severity, often overlapping with socially vulnerable communities. Pedestrian safety is especially concerning, with high injury corridors concentrated in Downtown and Southeast Fort Worth, where zero-car households are prevalent. Public transit safety is supported through paratransit and on-demand services, but gaps in service frequency and infrastructure limit accessibility for seniors and disabled residents. Active transportation safety is hindered by poor sidewalk conditions and limited protected bike lanes. Investments in traffic calming, lighting, and pedestrian crossings are needed to reduce risks.
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