An assessment of bicycle and pedestrian data needs with the following objectives: (1) to provide an inventory of existing sources of bicycle and pedestrian-related data, including the extent, quality, and limitations of these sources; (2) to identify and prioritize areas in which additional or improved data are needed; and (3) to identify and recommend opportunities for improving the quality of bicycle and pedestrian data. Also identifies key recommendations for areas in which Fed. involvement -- through coordination of efforts, provision of technical assistance, or sponsorship of R&D activities -- could greatly assist in benefiting a broad range of user groups. Charts and tables.

This document… • Provides an inventory of existing sources of bicycle and pedestrian-related data, including the extent, quality, and limitations of these sources; • Identifies and prioritizes areas in which additional or improved data are needed; and• Identifies and recommends opportunities for improving the quality of bicycle and pedestrian data.

"TRB's National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) Report 797: Guidebook on Pedestrian and Bicycle Volume Data Collection describes methods and technologies for counting pedestrians and bicyclists, offers guidance on developing a non-motorized count program, gives suggestions on selecting appropriate counting methods and technologies, and provides examples of how organizations have used non-motorized count data to better fulfill their missions. To review the research methods used to develop the guidebook, refer to NCHRP Web-Only Document 205: Methods and Technologies for Pedestrian and Bicycle Volume Data Collection."--Publisher's description.

Walking and biking are becoming increasingly popular modes of transportation: nearly a million more people reported walking or biking to work in 2013 than in 2005. While total traffic fatalities declined from 2004 through 2013 (the most recent year for which data are available), this was not matched by a similar decline in pedestrian and cyclist fatalities. This book examines trends in pedestrian and cyclist fatalities and injuries from 2004 through 2013 and characteristics of these fatalities and injuries; safety initiatives selected states and cities have implemented and their views on challenges in addressing this issue; and actions taken by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to help improve safety. Furthermore, this book identifies noteworthy and innovative international designs, treatments, and other practices that have potential to improve bicycle and pedestrian safety and access and increase walking and bicycling in the United States.