Traffic safety design

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded the District of Columbia Department of Public Works a $1,435,100.34 formula grant on July 7, 2025, under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205). This five-year district-wide project, titled Traffic Safety Design, supports comprehensive traffic safety analysis and improvement initiatives at high-crash locations throughout Washington, DC. The deliverables encompass data collection, field investigation, data analysis, and the development of countermeasure recommendations to address safety concerns at identified problem intersections and roadway segments.

The consulting services procured through this award enable DDOT to conduct detailed investigations and analyses necessary to determine the most effective safety interventions at crash-prone locations. By combining empirical data collection with field-based analysis, the project generates evidence-based recommendations designed to reduce traffic incidents and enhance public safety across the District's transportation network. This funding supports the FHWA's broader mission to advance highway safety improvements through comprehensive planning and targeted infrastructure enhancements.

Project description

Ddot annually solicits services of consultants to perform detailed investigation, analyses and determination of most effective counter measures at high crash locations in the district of columbia. The scope of work for consultants mainly includes (a) data collection; (B) field investigation; (C) data analysis; and (D) developing recommendations. This is envisioned to be a 5-year district-wide project.