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Alabama Transportation Management Center Workforce Development Program

The Transportation Workforce Development (TWD) Program, a collaborative effort of the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) and the University of Alabama Huntsville (UAH), was established to generate interest among young adults in the transportation industry by offering student internships

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NDOT TSMO Workforce Development Program

The NDOT (Nevada Department of Transportation) TSMO Program Plan enhances safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in Nevada’s transportation systems. By recruiting and training specialized TSMO positions, NDOT improves traffic incident response, reduces congestion, and ensures timely infrastru

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Virtual Queue Protection Corridors

PennDOT’s (Pennsylvania DOT) virtual queue protection system reduced crashes by 11% annually, and cut truck-related fatal crashes by 50%. The system saved 72,116 vehicle hours and $53.4 million annually by improving traffic flow and reducing delays. It’s a cost-effective solution using existing d

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Georgia Joint Agency Data Management Program

The GDOT (Georgia Department of Transportation) and ARC’s (Atlanta Regional Commission) centralized data program improves safety by enabling rapid deployment of autonomous vehicle technologies and informed decision-making. It saves time by providing immediate data access and streamlining processe

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Applying Emerging Technologies for Smarter Traffic Signal Optimization Processes

Background

This project was unique because it used several new technologies and practices for traffic signal timing. First, it used Automated Traffic Signal Performance Measures (ATSPMs) for a complete corridor signal optimization without traditional traffic counts and models. Second, it used

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Move Metairie Tracking Forward

The Move Metairie Tracking Forward project enhances safety, efficiency, and quality of life for Metairie residents by providing real-time updates on train blockages at a busy crossing. The app alerts users about train arrivals and estimated time of arrival of the train to the crossing, and wait t

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Shortcut in Central Florida

The FDOT District Five’s Shortcut platform enhances traffic flow and safety by automating signal control across multiple jurisdictions. It helps save lives by reducing crashes on congested ramps through quick signal adjustments. Time is saved as motorists bypass traffic incidents faster, thanks t

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I-270 North Design-Build

The I-270 North Design-Build Project enhances safety, mobility, and reliability for one of Missouri’s busiest interstates. It saves lives by eliminating dangerous ramps and improving pedestrian access, while advanced traffic management enables swift incident response. Time is saved through better

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Streamlined All-In-One TSMO Solution

The Comprehensive TSMO Integration Plan streamlines Oklahoma’s transportation by consolidating apps, websites, and data. This improves safety with real-time traveler updates on road conditions, incidents, and weather, allowing safer decisions. Time is saved through efficient resource management,

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Ohio Corridor Ranking Assessment Tool Development

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is optimizing traffic signal timing using the Ohio Corridor Ranking Application (OCRA) tool to enhance safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. ODOT plans to improve safety by retiming dangerous corridors with the use of Travel Time Reliability, Del

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