APPENDIX F: CRASH TYPING DEFINITIONS

Contained in this appendix are several tables with definitions for the bicyclist and pedestrian crash types. In addition, there are also tables with definitions for other fields that are completed during the crash typing process (e.g., crash location, pedestrian position, and bicyclist position and direction).

Table 8. Pedestrian Crash Location Definitions

Crash_Location_Desc
(Crash Location)

Crash_Location
(Crash Location)

Definition

Intersection

1

The crash occurred within the intersection proper or within the crosswalk area.
Note: Driveways controlled by signals or signs should be coded as intersections. Uncontrolled driveways should be coded as nonintersection locations.

Intersection-Related

4

The crash occurred outside the intersection crosswalk area but within 15 m (50 ft) of the intersection.

Nonintersection

2

The crash occurred on or along the roadway and more than 15 m (50 ft) away from an intersection.

Nonroadway

3

The crash occurred off the roadway, including parking lots, driveways, private roads, yards, alleys, and other open areas.
Note: Crashes occurring on paved shoulders, sidewalks, or driveway crossings are considered to be "roadway" crashes and should not be placed in the nonroadway classification.

Unknown

9

There is insufficient information to determine where the crash occurred.

Pedestrian Position Definitions

Pedestrian_Position_Desc
(Pedestrian Position Description)

Pedestrian_Position
(Pedestrian Position)

Definition

Intersection

1

Within intersection proper

Crosswalk area

2

Within a crosswalk, marked or unmarked

Travel Lane

3

On a roadway, in a travel lane

Paved Shoulder/Bike Lane/Parking Lane

4

On a roadway, in a paved shoulder or bike lane, or parking lane

Sidewalk/Shared-Use Path/Driveway Crossing

5

On a sidewalk, shared-use path, or driveway crossing

Unpaved Right-of-Way

6

Other road right-of-way (unpaved shoulder, etc.)

Driveway/Alley

7

On a driveway or alley

Nonroadway—Parking lot/Other

8

Other nonroadway areas ( parking lot, non-right-of-way sidewalk or multi-use path, yard, open areas, etc.)

Other/Unknown

9

Other/unknown

Table 9. Bicyclist Crash Location Definitions


Crash_Location_Desc
(Crash Location)

Crash_Location
(Crash Location)

Definition

 

 

Where did the crash occur?

Intersection

1

Intersection—The crash occurred within the intersection proper or within the crosswalk area.
Note: Driveways are considered to be nonintersection locations. The exception is signalized commercial driveways which should be coded as intersections.

Intersection-Related

2

Intersection-Related—The crash occurred outside the intersection proper or crosswalk area but was the related to the presence of the intersection (e.g., the result of queueing traffic).

Nonintersection

3

Nonintersection Location—The crash occurred outside the intersection proper or crosswalk area and was not related to the presence of any intersection.



Nonroadway

4

Nonroadway Location—The crash occurred off the street network; this includes parking lots, driveways, alleys, and other open areas.
Note: crashes occurring on paved shoulders, sidewalks, or driveway crossings are considered to be "roadway" crashes and should not be placed in the nonroadway classification.

Unknown Location

9

Unknown/Insufficient Information—There is insufficient information to determine where the crash occurred.

Bicyclist Position Definitions

Bicyclist_Position_Desc
(Bicyclist Position)

Bicyclist_Position
(Bicyclist Position)

Definition

Travel Lane

1

On a roadway, in a shared travel lane

Bike Lane/Paved Shoulder

2

On a roadway, in a bicycle lane or on a paved shoulder

Sidewalk/Crosswalk/Driveway Crossing

3

On a sidewalk, crosswalk, or driveway crossing

Driveway/Alley

4

On a separate bicycle/multi-use path

Multi-use Path

5

On a driveway or alley

Nonroadway

6

Other nonroadway areas (parking lot, open areas, etc.)

Other

8

Other (e.g., unpaved shoulder, worn path, etc.)

Unknown

9

Unknown

Table 9. Bicyclist Crash Location Definitions (continued)

Bicyclist Direction Definitions

Bicyclist_Direction_Desc
(Bicyclist Direction)

Bicyclist_Direction
(Bicyclist Direction)

Definition

With Traffic

1

With traffic

Facing Traffic

2

Facing traffic

Not Applicable

3

Not applicable (e.g., exiting a driveway, parking lot, or other nonroadway area)

Unknown

9

Unknown



Table 10. Pedestrian Crash Type Definitions

Crash_Type_Basic
(Crash Type Number)

Crash_Type_Description
(Crash Type Description)

Definition

110

Assault with Vehicle

The driver intentionally struck the pedestrian with the vehicle.

120

Dispute-Related

The pedestrian was struck by a vehicle during a domestic altercation or other dispute.

130

Pedestrian on Vehicle

The pedestrian was sitting on, leaning against, or clinging to a vehicle which began to move or was moving.

140

Vehicle-Vehicle/Object

The pedestrian was struck as a result of a prior vehicle-into-vehicle or vehicle-into-object crash.

150

Motor Vehicle Loss of Control

Vehicle lost control due to mechanical failure, surface conditions, driver error or impairment.

160

Pedestrian Loss of Control

The pedestrian stumbled, fell, or rolled into path of vehicle due to surface conditions, impairment or other mishap.

190

Other Unusual Circumstances

The crash involved other unusual circumstances, such as a pedestrian being struck by falling cargo or a loose wheel.

211

Backing Vehicle—Driveway

The pedestrian was struck in a driveway by a vehicle that was backing with a driver at the controls.

212

Backing Vehicle—Driveway/Sidewalk Intersection

The pedestrian was struck in a driveway/sidewalk intersection by a vehicle that was backing with a driver at the controls.

213

Backing Vehicle—Roadway

The pedestrian was struck in a roadway by a vehicle that was backing with a driver at the controls.

214

Backing Vehicle—Parking Lot

The pedestrian was struck in a parking lot by a vehicle that was backing with a driver at the controls.

219

Backing Vehicle—Other/Unknown

The pedestrian was struck in another or unknown location by a vehicle that was backing with a driver at the controls.

220

Driverless Vehicle

The pedestrian was struck by a vehicle that was moving without a driver at the controls or that was set in motion by the actions of a child.



Table 10. Pedestrian Crash Type Definitions (continued)

Crash_Type_Basic
(Crash Type Number)

Crash_Type_Description
(Crash Type Description)

Definition

230

Disabled Vehicle-Related

The pedestrian was struck while near or next to a disabled vehicle (including a vehicle that had been in a crash) or while walking to or from a disabled vehicle.
Note: Crashes involving pedestrians standing near tow trucks responding to the disabled vehicle are also included in this crash type.

240

Emergency Vehicle-Related

The pedestrian was struck while near an active emergency vehicle, by an active emergency vehicle, or by a vehicle being pursued.

250

Play Vehicle-Related

The pedestrian was struck while riding a play vehicle that was not a bicycle (e.g., skates, scooter, wagon, sled, etc.).

311

Working in Roadway

The pedestrian was working in the roadway when struck.

312

Playing in Roadway

The pedestrian was playing in the roadway when struck.

313

Lying in Roadway

The pedestrian was lying in the roadway when struck.

320

Entering/Exiting Parked Vehicle

The pedestrian was in the process of getting into or out of a stopped or parked vehicle. Note: Does not include crashes involving pedestrian crossing or other movements that occurred after the pedestrian exited the vehicle.

330

Mailbox-Related

Going to/from or standing at a mailbox or newspaper box.

341

Commercial Bus-Related

The pedestrian was struck crossing in front of a commercial bus stopped at a marked bus stop.

342

School Bus-Related

The pedestrian was struck going to or from or waiting at a school bus or school bus stop.

360

Ice Cream/Vendor Truck-Related

The pedestrian was struck going to or from an ice cream truck or other type of vehicle vending from the curb or roadside.

410

Walking Along Roadway With Traffic—From Behind

The pedestrian was walking/running along the roadway with traffic and was struck from behind.

420

Walking Along Roadway With Traffic—From Front

The pedestrian was walking/running along the roadway with traffic and was struck from the front.

430

Walking Along Roadway Against Traffic—From Behind

The pedestrian was walking/running along the roadway against traffic and was struck from behind.

440

Walking Along Roadway Against Traffic—From Front

The pedestrian was walking/running along the roadway against traffic and was struck from the front.

459

Walking Along Roadway—Direction/Position Unknown

The pedestrian was walking/running along the roadway, but there is insufficient information to determine either the position or direction of the pedestrian at the time of the crash.

460

Motorist Entering Driveway or Alley

The motor vehicle was turning into a driveway or alley and struck the pedestrian on a sidewalk/walkway or driveway crossing.

465

Motorist Exiting Driveway or Alley

The motor vehicle was exiting a driveway or alley and struck the pedestrian on a sidewalk/walkway or driveway crossing.

469

Driveway Crossing—Other/Unknown

The pedestrian was on a driveway intersection when struck but there were other or unknown circumstances surrounding the crash from those described .

510

Waiting to Cross—Vehicle Turning

The pedestrian was standing near the curb or roadway edge and waiting to cross the roadway when struck by a turning vehicle.

520

Waiting to Cross—Vehicle Not Turning

The pedestrian was standing near the curb or roadway edge and waiting to cross the roadway when struck by a vehicle that was not turning.

590

Waiting to Cross—Vehicle Action Unknown

The pedestrian was standing near the curb or roadway edge and waiting to cross the roadway when struck by a vehicle, but it could not be determined if the vehicle was turning or not.

610

Standing in Roadway

The pedestrian was standing in the roadway prior to the crash, but the crash cannot be further classified.

620

Walking in Roadway

The pedestrian was walking in the roadway prior to the crash, but the crash cannot be further classified.

680

Nonintersection—Other/Unknown

The crash occurred at a nonintersection location, but the actions of the pedestrian prior to the crash cannot be determined.

690

Intersection—Other/Unknown

The crash occurred at an intersection, but the actions of the pedestrian prior to the crash cannot be determined or it cannot be determined who failed to yield.

710

Multiple Threat

The pedestrian entered the traffic lane in front of stopped or slowing traffic and was struck by a vehicle traveling in the same direction as the stopped or slowing traffic.

730

Trapped

The pedestrian was struck while crossing at a signalized intersection or signalized mid-block crossing when the light changed and traffic started moving.

741

Dash

The pedestrian ran into the roadway and was struck by a vehicle whose view of the pedestrian was not obstructed.

742

Dart-Out

The pedestrian walked or ran into the roadway and was struck by a motorist whose view of the pedestrian was blocked until an instant before impact.

760

Pedestrian Failed to Yield

The pedestrian failed to yield to the motorist.

770

Motorist Failed to Yield

The motorist failed to yield to the pedestrian.

781

Motorist Left Turn—Parallel Paths

The motorist was initially traveling on a parallel path with the pedestrian before making a left turn and striking the individual.

782

Motorist Left Turn—Perpendicular Paths

The motorist was initially traveling on a crossing path with the pedestrian before making a left turn and striking the individual.

791

Motorist Right Turn—Parallel Paths

The motorist was initially travelling on a parallel path with the pedestrian before making a right turn and striking the individual

792

Motorist Right Turn on Red—Parallel Paths

The motorist was initially traveling on a parallel path with the pedestrian before making a right turn on a red signal, and striking the individual.

794

Motorist Right Turn on Red—Perpendicular Paths

The motorist was initially traveling on a crossing path with the pedestrian before making a right turn on a red signal, and striking the individual.

795

Motorist Right Turn—Perpendicular Paths

The motorist was initially travelling on a crossing path with the pedestrian before making a right turn and striking the individual.

799

Motorist Turn/Merge—Other/Unknown

The motorist turned or merged, but either the approach paths or turn direction are unknown or do not fit with any of the described circumstances.

830

Off Roadway—Parking Lot

The motor vehicle struck a pedestrian in a parking lot.

890

Off Roadway—Other/Unknown

The motor vehicle struck a pedestrian off the roadway, but there were other or unknown circumstances surrounding the crash.

900

Other—Unknown Location

There is insufficient information to determine where the crash occurred.

910

Crossing an Expressway

The pedestrian was crossing a limited access expressway or expressway ramp.



Table 11. Pedestrian Crash Group Definitions

Crash_Group_Basic
(Crash Group Number)

Crash_Group_Desc
(Crash Group Description)

Definition

100

Unusual Circumstances

The crash involved a disabled vehicle, emergency vehicle or vehicle in pursuit, play vehicle, driverless vehicle, or the pedestrian was struck intentionally, was clinging to a vehicle, or was struck as a result of other unusual circumstances.

200

Backing Vehicle

The pedestrian was struck by a vehicle that was backing at the time.

310

Working or Playing in Roadway

The pedestrian was working or playing in the roadway.

340

Bus-Related

The pedestrian was struck while crossing/walking to a bus or bus stop or while waiting at a bus stop.

350

Unique Midblock

The crash was associated with a vendor truck, mailbox, or other roadside 'destination' that was not a bus, or the pedestrian was struck while entering or exiting a parked vehicle.

400

Walking Along Roadway

The pedestrian was standing or walking along the roadway on the edge of a travel lane, or on a shoulder or sidewalk.

460

Crossing Driveway or Alley

The pedestrian was crossing a driveway on a sidewalk crossing, shared-use path, shoulder, or edge of the travel lane.

500

Waiting to Cross

The pedestrian was standing on the curb or near the roadway edge waiting to cross the roadway when struck.

600

Pedestrian in Roadway—Circumstances Unknown

The pedestrian was standing, walking, or lying in the road right-of-way at an intersection or midblock location but the circumstances do not otherwise fit any previously described or are unknown.

720

Multiple Threat/Trapped

The pedestrian entered the roadway on a green signal or in front of standing or slowing traffic and was trapped when the signal changed and traffic started moving or was struck by a vehicle traveling in the same direction as the stopped traffic.
Note: Multiple threat may occur at nonsignalized locations.

740

Dash/Dart-Out

The pedestrian either ran into the roadway in front of a motorist whose view of the pedestrian was not obstructed or walked or ran into the road and was struck by a motorist whose view of the pedestrian was blocked until an instant before impact.

Table 11. Pedestrian Crash Group Definitions (continued)

Crash_Group_Basic
(Crash Group Number)

Crash_Group_Desc
(Crash Group Description)

Definition

750

Crossing Roadway—Vehicle Not Turning

The pedestrian was struck while crossing the roadway (not an expressway) by a vehicle that was traveling straight through.

790

Crossing Roadway—Vehicle Turning

The pedestrian was struck while crossing a non-expressway road by a vehicle that was turning or about to turn.

800

Off Roadway

The pedestrian was struck in a parking lot, driveway, open area or other or unknown, nonroadway area (vehicle not backing).

910

Crossing Expressway

The pedestrian was on an expressway or expressway ramp when struck by a motor vehicle.

990

Other/Unknown—Insufficient Details

The circumstances do not clearly fit any of the situations described or are unknown.

Table 12. Bicyclist Crash Type Definitions

Crash_Type_Basic
(Crash Type Number)

Crash_Type_Desc
(Crash Type Description)

Definition

111

Motorist Turning Error—Left Turn

The motorist made a left turn, cut the corner and entered the opposing traffic lane.

112

Motorist Turning Error—Right Turn

The motorist made a right turn, swung too wide and entered the opposing traffic lane.

113

Motorist Turning Error—Other

The motorist made another type of turning error which led them into the path of the bicyclist.

114

Bicyclist Turning Error—Left Turn

The bicyclist made a left turn, cut the corner and entered the opposing traffic lane.

115

Bicyclist Turning Error—Right Turn

The bicyclist made a right turn, swung too wide and entered the opposing traffic lane.

116

Bicyclist Turning Error—Other

The bicyclist made another type of turning error which led them into the path of the motorist.

121

Bicyclist Lost Control—Mechanical Problems

The bicyclist lost control due to mechanical problems.

122

Bicyclist Lost Control—Oversteering, Improper Braking, Speed

The bicyclist lost control due to oversteering, improper braking, or speed too fast for conditions.

123

Bicylist Lost Control—Alcohol/Drug Impairment

The bicyclist lost control due to alcohol or drug impairment.

124

Bicyclist Lost Control—Surface Conditions

The bicyclist lost control due to surface conditions (sand, debris, potholes, ice, etc.).

129

Bicyclist Lost Control—Other/Unknown

The bicyclist lost control due to other or unknown circumstances.

131

Motorist Lost Control—Mechanical Problems

The motorist lost control due to mechanical problems.

132

Motorist Lost Control—Oversteering, Improper Braking, Speed

The motorist lost control due to oversteering, improper braking, or speed too fast for conditions.



Table 12. Bicyclist Crash Type Definitions (continued)

Crash_Type_Basic
(Crash Type Number)

Crash_Type_Desc
(Crash Type Description)

Definition

133

Motorist Lost Control—Alcohol/Drug Impairment

The motorist lost control due to alcohol or drug impairment.

134

Motorist Lost Control—Surface Conditions

The motorist lost control due to surface conditions (potholes, ice, etc.).

139

Motorist Lost Control—Other/Unknown

The motorist lost control due to other or unknown circumstances.

141

Motorist Drive-out Sign-Controlled Intersection

The motorist was facing the sign or flashing signal and drove into the crosswalk area or intersection and collided with the bicyclist after stopping or yielding.

142

Bicyclist Ride-out—Sign-Controlled Intersection

The bicyclist was facing the sign or flashing signal and rode into the intersection and collided with the motorist after stopping or yielding.

143

Motorist Drive-through—Sign-Controlled Intersection

The motorist violated the sign or flashing signal and drove into the crosswalk area or intersection and collided with the bicyclist.

144

Bicyclist Ride Through Sign-Controlled Intersection

The bicyclist violated the sign or flashing signal and rode into the intersection and collided with the motorist.

147

Multiple Threat—Sign-Controlled Intersection

The bicyclist entered a sign-controlled intersection in front of standing or slowing traffic and was struck by another vehicle whose view of the bicyclist was blocked.

148

Sign-Controlled Intersection—Other/Unknown

The crash occurred at a sign-controlled intersection but cannot be further classified.

151

Motorist Drive-out—Right Turn on Red

The motorist was facing a red signal, stopped, and then drove into the crosswalk area or intersection and collided with the bicyclist while attempting to make a right turn on red.

152

Motorist Drive-out—Signalized Intersection

The motorist was facing a red signal, stopped, and then drove into the crosswalk area or intersection and collided with the bicyclist.

153

Bicyclist Ride-out—Signalized Intersection

The bicyclist was facing the red signal, stopped, and then rode into the intersection and collided with the motorist.

154

Motorist Drive-through—Signalized Intersection

The motorist violated the signal and drove into the crosswalk area or intersection and collided with the bicyclist.

155

Bicyclist Ride Through—Signalized Intersection

The bicyclist violated the signal and rode into the intersection and collided with the motorist.

156

Bicyclist Failed to Clear—Trapped

The bicyclist lawfully entered the intersection on green but did not clear the intersection before the signal changed to green for the cross-street traffic and was struck by a vehicle whose view was not obstructed by standing or stopped traffic.

157

Bicyclist Failed to Clear—Multiple Threat

The bicyclist lawfully entered the intersection on green but did not clear the intersection before the signal changed to green for the cross-street traffic and was struck by a motorist whose view of the bicyclist was obstructed by standing or stopped traffic.

158

Signalized Intersection—Other/Unknown

The crash occurred at a signal-controlled intersection but cannot be further classified.

159

Bicyclist Failed to Clear—Unknown

The bicyclist failed to clear the intersection and was struck by a motorist, but it is unknown whether the bicyclist was trapped in the intersection by a signal change or if there was a multiple threat situation or other circumstances surrounding the crash.

160

Crossing Paths—Uncontrolled Intersection

The crash occurred at an intersection not controlled by signs or signals.

180

Crossing Paths—Intersection—Other/Unknown

The crash involved a bicyclist and motorist on initial crossing paths but cannot be further classified.

211

Motorist Left Turn—Same Direction

The motorist turned left in front of a bicyclist going in the same direction.

212

Motorist Left Turn—Opposite Direction

The motorist turned left in front of a bicyclist coming from the opposite direction.

213

Motorist Right Turn—Same Direction

The motorist turned right in front of a bicyclist going in the same direction.

214

Motorist Right Turn—Opposite Direction

The motorist turned right in front of a bicyclist coming from the opposite direction.

215

Motorist Drive-in/Out—Parking

The motorist struck the bicyclist while exiting or entering on-street parking.

216

Bus/Delivery Vehicle Pullover

The bicyclist was struck by a bus or delivery vehicle pulling into or away from the curb.

217

Motorist Right Turn on Red—Same Direction

The bicyclist and motorist were initially traveling on parallel paths when the motorist turned right on red in front of a bicyclist traveling in the same direction as the motorist.

218

Motorist Right Turn on Red—Opposite Direction

The bicyclist and motorist were initially traveling on parallel paths when the motorist turned right on red in front of a bicyclist traveling in the opposite direction as the motorist.

219

Motorist Turn/Merge—Other/Unknown

The motorist's turning maneuver is other than those described or is unknown.

221

Bicyclist Left Turn—Same Direction

The bicyclist turned or merged left in front of a motorist going in the same direction.

222

Bicyclist Left Turn—Opposite Direction

The bicyclist turned or merged left in front of a motorist coming from the opposite direction.

223

Bicyclist Right Turn—Same Direction

The bicyclist turned or merged right in front of a motorist going in the same direction.

224

Bicyclist Right Turn—Opposite Direction

The bicyclist turned or merged right in front of a motorist coming from the opposite direction.

225

Bicyclist Ride-out—Parallel Path

The bicyclist, initially on a sidewalk or other parallel path, rode into the roadway and into the path of a motor vehicle.

231

Motorist Overtaking—Undetected Bicyclist

The motorist was overtaking the bicyclist and failed to detect the bicyclist.

232

Motorist Overtaking—Misjudged Space

The motorist was overtaking the bicyclist and misjudged the width and distance required to pass the bicyclist.

235

Motorist Overtaking—Bicyclist Swerved

The bicyclist swerved or moved suddenly into the path of an overtaking vehicle.

239

Motorist Overtaking—Other/Unknown

The motorist was overtaking the bicyclist, but the specific circumstances surrounding the overtaking maneuver do not conform to the other situations described or are unknown.

241

Bicyclist Overtaking—Passing on Right

The bicyclist struck a motor vehicle in the travel lane while passing on the right.

242

Bicyclist Overtaking—Passing on Left

The bicyclist struck a motor vehicle in the travel lane while passing on the left.

243

Bicyclist Overtaking—Parked Vehicle

The bicyclist struck a parked vehicle while passing.

244

Bicyclist Overtaking—Extended Door

The bicyclist struck an extended door on a parked vehicle while passing.

249

Bicyclist Overtaking—Other/Unknown

The specific circumstances surrounding the overtaking maneuver of the bicyclist do not conform to any of the situations described or are unknown.

250

Head-On—Bicyclist

The bicyclist was traveling the wrong way/wrong side and the two parties collided head-on.

255

Head-On—Motorist

The motorist was traveling the wrong way/wrong side and the two parties collided head-on.

259

Head-On—Unknown

The two parties collided head-on but it is unknown which party was traveling on the wrong side.

280

Parallel Paths—Other/Unknown

The crash involved a bicyclist and motorist on initial parallel paths but cannot be further classified.

311

Bicyclist Ride-out—Residential Driveway

The bicyclist rode into the roadway and into the path of a motor vehicle from a residential driveway.

312

Bicyclist Ride-out—Commercial Driveway/Alley

The bicyclist rode into the roadway and into the path of a motor vehicle from a commercial driveway or alley.

318

Bicyclist Ride-out—Other Midblock

The bicyclist rode into the roadway and into the path of a motor vehicle from a midblock area other than a driveway or alley.

319

Bicyclist Ride-out—Midblock—Unknown

The bicyclist rode into the roadway and into the path of a motor vehicle from an unknown midblock location.

321

Motorist Drive-out—Residential Driveway

The motorist drove into the roadway or sidewalk/driveway crossing area and into the path of a bicyclist from a residential driveway.

322

Motorist Drive-out—Commercial Driveway/Alley

The motorist drove into the roadway or sidewalk/driveway crossing area and into the path of a bicyclist from a commercial driveway or alley.

328

Motorist Drive-out—Other Midblock

The motorist drove into the roadway or sidewalk/driveway crossing area and into the path of a bicyclist from a midblock area other than a driveway or alley.

329

Motorist Drive-out—Midblock—Unknown

The motorist drove into the roadway or sidewalk/driveway crossing area and into the path of a bicyclist an unknown midblock area.

357

Multiple Threat—Midblock

The bicyclist entered the roadway in front of standing or slowing traffic at a mid-block location and was struck by a motorist traveling in the same direction as the stopped traffic, and whose view of the bicyclist was blocked.

380

Crossing Paths—Midblock—Other/Unknown

The crash involved a bicyclist and motorist on initial crossing paths at a midblock location but cannot be furter classified.

400

Bicycle Only

The crash involved a bicycle but no motor vehicle.

510

Motorist Intentionally Caused

The motorist intentionally caused the crash.

520

Bicyclist Intentionally Caused

The bicyclist intentionally caused the crash.

600

Backing Vehicle

The crash involved a motor vehicle that was backing and did not involve a play vehicle.

700

Play Vehicle-Related

The bicyclist was riding a child's vehicle such as a tricycle (not an adult tricycle), bicycle with training wheels, or "Big Wheel" type tricycle.

800

Unusual Circumstances

There were other unusual circumstances not defined above (e.g., bicyclist struck by falling cargo).

910

Nonroadway

The crash occurred off the street network (e.g., parking lots, driveways, alleys, trails, and other open areas).
Note: crashes occurring on paved shoulders, bike lanes, sidewalks, or driveway crossings are considered to be "roadway" crashes and should not be placed in the nonroadway classification.

970

Unknown Approach Paths

There is insufficient information to determine the initial approach paths for the two vehicles.

980

Unknown Location

There is insufficient information to determine where the crash occurred.

Table 13. Bicyclist Crash Group Definitions

Crash_Group_Basic
(Crash Group Number)

Crash_Group_Desc
(Crash Group Description)

Definition

110

Loss of Control/Turning Error

Either the motorist or the bicyclist lost control of their vehicle or made a turning error and inadvertently moved into the path of the other operator.
Note: Includes loss of control due to mechanical problems or operator error, or turning errors such as traveling into the opposing lane.

140

Motorist Failed to Yield—Sign-Controlled Intersection

The motorist drove into the crosswalk area or intersection and collided with the bicyclist. The motorist either violated the sign or did not properly yield right-of-way to the bicyclist.
Note: Crashes at traffic circles or roundabouts with yield control are included here.

145

Bicyclist Failed to Yield—Sign-Controlled Intersection

The bicyclist rode into the intersection and collided with the motorist. The bicyclist either violated the sign or did not properly yield right-of-way to the motorist.
Note: Crashes at traffic circles or roundabouts with yield control are included here.

150

Motorist Failed to Yield—Signalized Intersection

The motorist drove into the crosswalk area or intersection and collided with the bicyclist. The motorist either violated the signal or did not properly yield right-of-way to the bicyclist.

158

Bicyclist Failed to Yield—Signalized Intersection

The bicyclist rode into the intersection and collided with the motorist. The bicyclist either violated the signal or did not properly yield right-of-way to the motorist.

190

Crossing Paths—Other Circumstances

The bicyclist and motorist were on intial crossing paths, but the crash cannot be further classified.

210

Motorist Left Turn/Merge

The motorist made a left turn or merge into the path of a bicyclist traveling in the same or opposite direction.

215

Motorist Right Turn/Merge

The motorist made a lright turn or merge into the path of a bicyclist traveling in the same or opposite direction.

219

Parking/Bus-Related

The bicyclist was struck by a motorist entering or exiting a parking space or by a bus or delivery vehicle pulling into or away from the curb.

220

Bicyclist Left Turn/Merge

The bicyclist made a left turn or merge into the path of a motor vehicle traveling in the same or opposite direction.

Table 13. Bicyclist Crash Group Definitions (continued)

Crash_Group_Basic
(Crash Group Number)

Crash_Group_Desc
(Crash Group Description)

Definition

225

Bicyclist Right Turn/Merge

The bicyclist made a right turn or merge into the path of a motor vehicle traveling in the same or opposite direction.

230

Motorist Overtaking Bicyclist

The motorist was overtaking the bicyclist at the time of the crash.

240

Bicyclist Overtaking Motorist

The bicyclist was overtaking the motorist at the time of the crsah.
Note: This group includes crashes involving bicyclists striking parked cars or extended doors.

258

Head-On

Either operator was going the wrong way, and the two parties collided head-on.

290

Parallel Paths—Other Circumstances

The bicyclist and motorist were on initial parallel paths, but the crash cannot be further classified.

310

Bicyclist Failed to Yield—Midblock

The bicyclist rode into the street from a nonintersection location (including residential or commercial driveway or other midblock location) without yielding to the motorist.

320

Motorist Failed to Yield—Midblock

The motorist drove across the sidewalk or into the street from a nonintersection location (including residential or commercial driveway or other midblock location) without yielding to the bicyclist.

600

Backing Vehicle

The motorist was backing up at the time the crash occurred.

850

Other/Unusual Circumstances

There were unusual circumstances surrounding the crash, but the crash cannot be further classified.

910

Nonroadway

The crash occurred off the road network such as in a parking lot, driveway, on a multi-use path separated from the road right-of-way, in an open grassy area or yard, etc.

990

Other/Unknown—Insufficient Details

There is insufficient information to determine where the crash occurred.