Safe Streets and Roads for All

The Rock Hill – Fort Mill Area Transportation Study (RFATS) has received planning funds from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program to develop a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan (CSAP). This plan aims to create a safer, more accessible and reliable transportation network for all users of the transportation system.

Rooted in the Vision Zero philosophy, a strategy to eliminate all traffic fatalities and severe injuries, RFATS is committed to enhancing road safety for everyone in Fort Mill, The Catawba Nation, Tega Cay, Rock Hill, the eastern urbanized portion of York County, and the panhandle of Lancaster County. To do that, we need input from you.

The public survey closed on November 7, 2025. The project team is analyzing the responses and will use the input to help create the Comprehensive Safety Action Plan. Thank you to everyone who participated. 

Why

The RFATS Planning Area includes the cities of Tega Cay and Rock Hill, the Town of Fort Mill, The Catawba Nation, the eastern urbanized portion of York County, and the panhandle of Lancaster County. This region has experienced rapid growth, leading to increased traffic volumes and evolving safety challenges for all users. As RFATS continues to grow, promoting safe roadway behavior, vehicle usage, roads, and speeds are essential to eliminating fatal and serious injury crashes, improving accessibility, and supporting community well-being.

Regional Growth & Crash Data

  • 450 fatal and serious injury vehicular crashes (2020–2024).
  • 444 fatal, serious injury, possible injury, and minor injury pedestrian and bicycle crashes (2015–2024).
  • 6% of road miles account for ~60% of fatal and serious injury vehicular crashes.
  • 0.5% of intersections account for ~85-90% of fatal and serious injury pedestrian and bicycle crashes.
  • Most common fatal and serious injury emphasis areas include roadway departure, intersections, speeding, young drivers, and impaired driving.
  • Most common fatal and serious injury crash types include angle, non-collision, and head-on.

Vision

“Safe Streets, Stronger Communities: Advancing Safety, Mobility and Opportunity for All”

A vision where every person, regardless of how they travel, can move safely and with peace of mind through a transportation system that supports economic vitality, health, and sustainability in the RFATS region.

Goals

The RFATS SS4A initiative is built around five goals that will work together to create a safer, more accessible and reliable transportation system for all users.

1: Eliminate Fatal and Serious Injury Crashes by 2055
2: Promote Safe Speeds and Safe Roads
3: Prioritize Vulnerable Road Users (VRUs) and Expand Mobility Choices
4: Foster a Culture of Shared Responsibility for Safety
5: Use Data to Inform Decisions and Transparency on Safety Topics

Each goal is supported by clear objectives and strategies to ensure success. A key component of the SS4A plan is a comprehensive citywide analysis to identify high-injury and high-risk areas for road users. Using a data-driven approach, we aim to implement high-impact safety improvements at critical crash hotspots.

Get Involved!

Education and community involvement are essential to RFATS’s Comprehensive Safety Action Plan. Beyond implementing safety improvements, the SS4A team will collaborate with schools, community organizations, and local advocates to deliver targeted educational programs. These programs are designed to promote safe driving habits across all age groups.

Phase I of public engagement is wrapping up. It focused on bringing Awareness to the community about the SS4A initiative; Sharing information and Listening to all perspectives at community events; and Gathering feedback to inform the safety vision.

Did you miss the public meeting on October 16? Click Here to view the meeting presentation.

What’s Next

Phase 2 of public engagement will begin soon. Here’s what you can expect going forward. 

  • Winter 2025: Strategies and Actions – Identify and prioritize projects, develop policy and countermeasures.
  • Spring 2026: Recommendations and Action Plan – Develop projects, identify funding, and establish timeline.
  • Ongoing: Grant application and monitor progress.

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    RFATS Director
    155 Johnston Street
    PO Box 11706
    Rock Hill, SC 29731
    803-326-3897
    803-329-5511 (fax)
    SS4A@rfats.org