Transportation Hazard Zone Review Request

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Hazard zones within the Ottumwa Community School District are specific areas that, despite falling within the typically established no-bussing zones, qualify for district transportation services due to heightened safety concerns. These zones are designated based on an assessment of environmental and infrastructural factors that pose risks to student safety when walking to or from school.

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Douma Elementary

Fahrney Elementary

Eisenhower Elementary

Evans Junior High

Gateway High School

Horace Mann Elementary

James Elementary

Liberty Intermediate

Ottumwa High School

Pickwick Early Childhood Center

Wilson Elementary

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Presence or Absence of Crossing Guards: Areas where students must cross streets without the assistance of crossing guards can be more hazardous, especially at busy intersections.

Presence or Absence of Traffic Control Devices: The lack of stop signs, stop lights, crosswalks, and other traffic control measures can increase the risk for students navigating these areas.

Need to Cross Four or More Lanes of Traffic: Locations requiring students to cross multiple lanes of traffic are considered more dangerous due to the increased exposure to vehicles.

Posted Speed Limit: Higher speed limits pose greater risks to pedestrian students. Areas with high speeds are scrutinized for potential hazard zone status.

Absence of a Significant Sidewalk Infrastructure: The lack of significant sidewalk infrastructure, and safe walking pathways affects students of all ages and significantly impacts their safety, warranting consideration for hazard zone status. (applies to both elementary and secondary students)

Visibility and Lighting: Poorly lit areas or those with limited visibility at dawn or dusk are considered for hazard zone status, as these conditions increase the risk of accidents.

Weather Conditions: Severe weather conditions that affect road and walkway safety (such as ice, snow, or flooding) can lead to designation as a hazard zone.

Natural Barriers: Geographic features such as rivers, hills, or dense vegetation that complicate safe walking routes are taken into account.

Railroad Crossings: Proximity to active railroad crossings without adequate pedestrian safety measures (such as gates or warning lights) is a critical factor in hazard zone evaluation.

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