Overview
Bayview quick-build improvement projects seek to improve safety for all roadways users through traffic calming and increased pedestrian visibility. Recognizing the immediate need for transportation improvements in Bayview Hunters Point, funding for near term improvements was allocated during the planning phase of the Bayview Community Based Transportation Plan (CBTP) to deliver quick-build projects in 2020.
The Bayview CBTP is a community driven, SFMTA-led planning effort funded through a Caltrans Sustainable Planning Grant. The CBTP seeks to improve transportation mobility and safety in the culturally rich and resilient Bayview community by identifying solutions tailored to the needs of residents, community-based organizations, and businesses.
Goals
- Increase visibility, safety and comfort for pedestrians
- Prevent reckless driving and slowing down vehicle speeds
- Enhance safety and comfort for people using the existing bike lanes
Project Timeline
- Design and Community Outreach – Winter 2019/2020
- Legislation and Environmental Review – Spring 2020/Fall 2020
- Project Implementation – Winter/Spring 2021
- Project Completed - April 2021
Collisions
On the project corridor over the past five years, there were 20 reported traffic crashes. These collisions resulted in 32 injuries and one fatality. Unsafe speeds, turns, or lane changes accounted for 60% of injury collisions. Quick-build improvements will allow us to address these issues promptly and efficiently, in response to community needs.
Quick-build improvements will allow us to address these issues promptly and efficiently, in response to community needs.
Evaluation
The SFMTA, through its Vision Zero Safe Streets Evaluation Program, will analyze the project before and after implementation to understand outcomes and determine design effectiveness. Evaluations will inform near-term modifications and a long-term design for this street.
