Safety for All Modes
Roadway safety for the traveling public is a critical concern for all modes of travel in the region and particularly for those traveling by foot. The Albuquerque metro area and the state of New Mexico consistently rank among the most dangerous metro areas and states in the nation for pedestrian fatality rates. The good news is that this issue is getting attention, and local agencies in the region are increasingly focusing efforts on and investing in safety improvements.
In 2022, the MTB passed a resolution stating its commitment to addressing Safety as a Priority.
Regional Transportation Safety Action Plan (RTSAP)
The RTSAP is a guiding document for improving roadway safety in the region. The RTSAP includes analysis of crashes over a period of five years, with the most recent data available at the time of publication (2017-2021). Safety counter measures included in the plan reflect the most current national best practices. Area Safety Profiles identify the most dangerous locations in select jurisdictions and recommend projects that can improve safety at a specific location. The safety projects list positions member agencies to be eligible to receive Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant funding and other federal funds.
The RTSAP integrates the federally-recognized Safe Systems Approach and adopts the Vision Zero goal of zero traffic fatalities by 2040.
2024 Regional Transportation Safety Action Plan (RTSAP) (LARGE PDF: 25MB)
- Appendix A. RTSAP 2024 Safety Strategies Toolbox (PDF)
- Appendix B. RTSAP 2024 Safety Project and Program List (PDF)
- Appendix C. RTSAP 2024 Area Safety Profiles (PDF)
Maps developed as part of the RTSAP include:
- High Fatality and Injury Network (HFIN) Interactive Map (2019-2023)
- Road Diet Candidates Map 2023 (PDF) (note: updated interactive map forthcoming)
In 2024, the Regional Transportation Safety Action Plan (RTSAP) was approved by the MTB.