Implement automated speed enforcement cameras
CMF: 0.725
CRF: 27.5
Crash type: All
Crash severity: Minor injury
Increase retroreflectivity of STOP signs
CMF: 0.924
CRF: 7.6
Crash type: Angle
Crash severity: All
Widen paved shoulder from 4 ft to 8 ft
CMF: 0.95
CRF: 5
Crash type: Fixed object,Head on,Run off road,Sideswipe
Crash severity: Fatal
A crash modification factor (CMF) is a multiplicative factor used to compute the expected number of crashes after implementing a given countermeasure at a specific site. The Crash Modification Factors Clearinghouse houses a Web-based database of CMFs along with supporting documentation to help transportation engineers identify the most appropriate countermeasure for their safety needs. Using this site, you can search to find CMFs or submit your own CMFs to be included in the clearinghouse.
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