According to the Pennsylvania Crash Information Tool, from January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2025, there were over 1,124 collisions on the roadways in the Borough of Hanover, resulting in the tragic loss of five lives. This situation underscores significant safety concerns regarding the transportation network in Hanover and highlights the need for safe transportation systems.

Safe transportation systems protect lives, reduce injuries, and ensure that all road users—whether drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, or transit riders—can travel without fear of harm. Safe streets are a fundamental part of building inclusive, thriving, and connected communities where people of all ages and abilities can move freely and confidently.

See the map at the bottom of the screen for collision locations between January 1, 2021, and December 31, 2025.

The Borough of Hanover's Safe Streets Action Plan (SSAP) is a proactive initiative aimed at making the Borough's roadways safer and reducing traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries throughout the Borough. This plan aligns with national safety goals established by the U.S. Department of Transportation's National Roadway Safety Strategy and the Vision Zero Initiatives, which aim to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries for all users of the road.

The Safety Action Plan combines data analysis, technical research, and input from stakeholders and the public to identify key safety challenges. It will recommend actionable strategies and projects to improve road safety and ensure safe travel for drivers, cyclists, pedestrians, and transit users across the Borough.

The Borough of Hanover has received federal Safe Streets for All (SS4A) funding to support the development of the SSAP.