NYC Government Publication
Thru Streets: An Innovative Approach to Managing Midtown Traffic
The Department of Transportation released a report on the THRU Streets initiative which showed that the program has had a beneficial effect on traffic conditions in midtown Manhattan. The initiative has consistently improved travel time, increased vehicular capacity, and enhanced pedestrian safety. The average travel time along the City's THRU Streets fell by 25 percent, while speeds went up by 33 percent. The number of motorists benefiting from this improved travel time rose by 16 percent.
- Agency
- Subject
- Report type
- Staff Report
- Date published
- 2004-03-31