Article Title

Impact of freight traffic on school walking decisions in urban environments

Authors

Stephanie S. Ivey, University of MemphisFollow
Marian Levy, University of MemphisFollow
Marla B. Royne, University of MemphisFollow
Kelsey Ford, University of MemphisFollow
Kranthi Guthikonda, University of MemphisFollow

Abstract

In light of the decline in social acceptance of walking and biking to school, there is a critical need to examine issues impacting school transportation decisions and to identify strategies to promote healthier behavior. In urban areas with high volume freight corridors, factors affecting school walking decisions can be complicated by increased truck and rail traffic. This paper presents findings from a study of urban neighborhoods in a major southeastern city, including those that are adjacent to freight corridors. Perceptions of neighborhood residents are compared in the context of existing infrastructure and network characteristics (urban vs. urban freight-centric). The results provide insight into factors influencing school transportation decisions in urban environments, and highlight discrepancies between perceptions and actual issues relevant to child pedestrian safety.

Recommended Citation

Ivey, Stephanie S., Levy, Marian, Royne, Marla B., Ford, Kelsey, & Guthikonda, Kranthi. (2015). Impact of freight traffic on school walking decisions in urban environments. Journal of Transportation Management, 25(2), 43-55. doi: 10.22237/jotm/1420070640

DOI

10.22237/jotm/1420070640