Hazardous Materials Routing Study, Phase II. Analysis of Hazardous Materials Truck Routes in Proximity to the Dallas Central Business District.

摘要

This report summarizes the findings from the second phase of a two-part analysis of hazardous materials truck routes in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Phase II of this study analyzes the risk of transporting hazardous materials on freeways and arterial streets in proximity to the Dallas Central Business District. The risk assessment approach is based upon the FHWA report, Guidelines for Establishing Criteria to Designate Routes for Hazardous Materials. Included in this report are results from an industry survey, a vehicle counting program, a review of hazardous materials truck accidents, the risk assessment study, a field survey of alternative routes, proposed safety improvements, and recommendations for further research.