Evaluación y Plan de Mejoramiento de la Seguridad Vial en las carreteras rurales Riobamba – Gatazo y Yaruquíes – Cajabamba, periodo 2019.

Abstract

The project consisted of implementing a Road Safety Audit on the rural roads: Riobamba - Gatazo and Yaruquíes - Cajabamba, in the province of Chimborazo, with the aim of providing the necessary recommendations for the proper functioning of these roads. Road safety issues were identified through direct observation and on-site inspections. In this case, 9.4 km and 15.6 km were analyzed. Checklists were used to record parameters such as visibility, shoulder widths, vertical and horizontal signage, lighting, intersections, road surface, drainage, and pedestrian considerations. This allowed for the assessment of the current status of the physical infrastructure of the road segments, taking into account accidents that occurred in 2019. The following critical points were identified: Licán and Gatazo on the first road, and Yaruquíes and Cacha on the second road. These points showed frequent road hazards, resulting in a 32% level of insecurity for the first road, rated as "Regular," and a 68% level of insecurity for the second road, rated as "Very Poor." To address these issues and improve road safety, recommendations were made in accordance with the Ecuadorian standard NEVI-12. These recommendations include road surface maintenance and asphalt resurfacing to repair damaged areas, cleaning of drainage systems, installation of vertical and horizontal signage, vegetation clearance to improve visibility distances, lighting improvements, and, ultimately, the creation of a safe and efficient road system for pedestrians and drivers.