A methodology for identifying and analysing problematic intersections from the perspective of micro-mobility safety in Lithuania

Abstract

Micro-mobility is a rapidly growing mode of urban transportation, gaining popularity among users and urban development specialists. However, like many other types of transportation, it has both positive and negative aspects. One of the main concerns is the safety of micro-mobility users. As this mode of transport has gained popularity, the number of traffic accidents involving micro‐mobility users has also increased. Statistics indicate that approximately 40% of all traffic accidents occur at intersections. For this reason, to ensure the safety of micro‐mobility users, it is essential to strategically and effectively develop and improve existing infrastructure, especially at problematic intersections. However, no precise methodology would allow quick and easy identification of problematic intersections from a micro-mobility safety perspective. This paper presents a methodology for identifying problematic intersections using publicly available traffic accident data from Lithuania and the spatial analysis tool QGIS. Additionally, it demonstrates the practical application of this methodology in a selected area of Vilnius, where eight problematic intersections were identified. For one of these intersections, a solution is proposed based on the characteristics of the traffic accidents.