The theme for this workshop was Building a Foundation for a TIM-Focused UAS Program, and was targeted for those locations that are just starting to explore using UAS for TIM. The agenda and speakers for this workshop include:
Making the Business Case for UAS – Detective Kevin Nelson, Wa
The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) recognized the significant safety, operations, and mobility benefits associated with Connected Vehicles (CV) technologies. NJDOT realized that the best way to implement a real-world TSMO solution, would be to create a complete CV test
Interstate 84 between Pendleton and La Grande, Oregon experiences some of the highest crash rates and severity in Eastern Oregon, making it a high priority for improvement. ODOT recognized a number of issues in the corridor related to hazardous weather. Winter weather in this corridor
North Carolina’s I-26 widening project stretches approximately 17 miles and included the demolition of five bridges along I-26 which were initially planned to require median crossovers with barrel separation for opposing traffic lasting two weeks per bridge. This was not an acceptable solut
In 2019 The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) established a new program for the Phoenix Metropolitan area, Maricopa County to help reduce congestion while improving traffic safety to the motoring public using effective Traffic Incident Management (TIM) practices and methods. The program
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority’s (WMATA) Rail Operations Control Center (ROCC) created a program team, internally known as the Transformation Team, to implement changes on a two-year schedule to increase safety and efficiency in operations. Benefits included new approaches f
The San Francisco Bay Area Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC)’s partners with the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and the California Highway Patrol (CHP) to lead the Bay Area Incident Management Task Force (IMTF). MTC has been working with the IMTF to build a data-dri
To help overcome the operational obstacles posed by a growing tourism industry, the North Region of the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) designed and deployed adaptive signal control technologies (ASCT), CCTV cameras, and WiFi/Bluetooth readers aimed not only at reducing congestion, i
Every year, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Automated Permit Routing and Analysis System (APRAS) issues over 400,000 Special Hauling Oversized/Overweight (OS/OW) permits. As the carriers’ and permit services’ business processes modernized, the original APRAS developed in 1
In 2020, the Office of Coordinated Highways Action Response Team (CHART) and ITS Development was renamed the Office of Transportation Mobility and Operations (OTMO). In collaboration with the Office of Traffic and Safety (OOTS), the integration of signal operations into the State Operations Cente
When the Statewide Operations Center (SOC) of the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) opened in 1995, it was the nation’s first statewide traffic management center. As SHA’s TSMO obligations have grown, the SOC’s capabilities and responsibilities have exp
In this case study you will learn:
How Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) uses TSMO strategies and technology deployments to facilitate parallel freeway-arterial traffic management, continued incident management, safety, m
Texas has ten urban areas ranked in the top 20% congested areas in the US. It is forecasted to grow from 30 million to 45 million people by 2040, further increasing vehicle-miles travelled and congestion. Meanwhile, Texas experiences more than 4,000 roadway fatalities annually. In r
I-270 is a critical 30-mile interstate from I-70 in Frederick, MD to I-495 in Washington, DC, carrying over 200,000 vehicles per day in some segments. I-270 has been plagued by recurring and non-recurring congestion and delays for many years. In 2016, Maryland Department of Transpor
Traffic volumes are increasing as more people move to Arizona. Fatalities and crashes are trending higher. In some situations, speed differentials from non-recurring incidents, congestion, or work zones can cause crashes into the back-of-queue. The Arizona Department of Transportati
Problem:
I-95 is a vital conduit for north-south travel for the eastern seaboard for people, goods, and freight. The heavy traffic demand on this corridor, particularly during vacation and holiday seasons, contributes to frequent traffic congestion and crashes.
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) developed the Work Zone Data Exchange (WZDx) initiative to standardize work zone data amongst agencies and third-party navigation companies. In January 2022, NCDOT and one.network collaborated to publish the first and most extensive statewide work zone da
By equipping 175 Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (SHA) vehicles with real-time digital alert systems, this project enhances safety by notifying motorists about emergency responder vehicles in advance, potentially saving lives and reducing crashes. It also improv
NCDOT developed an automated system to share real-time road closure data with Waze, improving traffic management and driver safety. This system efficiently reroutes drivers around closures, reducing the risk of secondary crashes and shortening information dissemination time. User feedback led to
The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) created Oktraffic.org, a comprehensive traffic information platform that integrates various data sources to reduce incidents and congestion, particularly in construction zones. They developed the “Oklahoma Construction App” for precise project loca
Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise (FTE) responded to delays in connected vehicle (CV) technology adoption by developing smartphone applications to serve as surrogate CV sensors. Safety applications, such as vehicle speed detection and wrong-way detection, were prioritized and tested at FTE’s SunTrax
North Carolina’s real-time in-truck alerts for Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMVs) by the INRIX/Drivewyze system have proven vital in saving lives, time, and money. By alerting CMV drivers to urgent road conditions, these alerts reduce crashes and save lives. They also save time by providing direct
The Florida Department of Transportation’s TSM&O Software Program, centered around SunGuide, saves lives by enhancing road safety with features like Wrong Way Driver detection and connected vehicle applications. It saves time through efficient communication, quicker incident responses, and tr
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (SHA) Coordinated Highways Action Response Team (CHART) Program and the Maryland State Police’s (MSP) newly formed Traffic Incident Management (TIM) unit swiftly responds to accidents, efficiently clears traffic obstructions,
The Nevada Traffic Incident Management (TIM) Program, involving government agencies and stakeholders, saves lives by swiftly responding to accidents, minimizes travel time through real-time information and diversion routes, and saves money by reducing congestion, fuel consumption, and resource wa
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) Southeast Michigan Transportation Operations Center (SEMTOC) implemented Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO) strategies, enhancing workforce skills and fostering a TSMO culture. These initiatives improved incident response, save
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) utilizes data and technology, particularly probe speed data, to enhance traffic management, reduce crashes, and save time and money. Real-time incident detection and signal timing improvements help save lives by minimizing crashes and saving
NDOT’s use of the Capability Maturity Model (CMM) self-assessment has saved lives by improving traffic incident management, saved time through efficient planning, and saved money by optimizing resource allocation and fostering collaboration with stakeholders. The assessments identify opportunitie
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) strives to better manage the roadway network during major construction projects using strategies that focus on quick clearance and minimizing secondary crashes. An integrated corridor management (ICM) approach during a major constr
NJDOT’s Bordentown Training Center improves transportation safety by offering hands-on training, reducing on-the-job accidents, and saving lives. It streamlines training, saving time and resources, while also enhancing technical skills through ITS training. The facility benefits first responders,
The RTC’s self-assessment report on Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO) has the potential to save lives by improving incident response, save time through reduced traffic congestion, and save money by optimizing resource allocation and reducing delays. Enhanced TSMO capabilitie
The Maryland Department of Transportation’s TSMO initiatives aim to save lives by improving road safety, reduce commute times through optimized traffic flow, and save money by efficiently using existing infrastructure. Through regional forums, the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highw
The NCDOT’s initiatives to enhance ITS infrastructure and expand rural broadband access aim to save lives through better emergency management and traffic flow, save time by improving traffic data for navigation, and save money with efficient O&M contracts and revenue generation. These efforts
The Nevada Department of Transportation’s updated TSMO Investment Prioritization Tool improves project selection by considering safety, travel time reliability, and cost efficiency. It saves lives by prioritizing safer roads, saves time through reduced congestion, and saves money by allocating re
The “Drive Oklahoma” Mobile App is a vital resource for Oklahomans, offering real-time traffic and weather data from multiple sources. It enhances safety, reduces congestion, and saves time and money. Users can efficiently plan routes, avoid accidents, and access crucial information. Integration
The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) Statewide TSMO Program Plan was developed and formally adopted in 2020. As part of this program, NDOT is actively integrating TSMO into the existing asset management and performance measurement business processes. One example of is the integration of
The Colorado Governor’s Task Force on Responder Safety “One scene. One culture. Save Lives” began in September 2017, as a collaboration between Colorado State Patrol (CSP), the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and Colorado’s First Responders. Two recent CSP line of duty deaths (LODD)
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) and North Carolina State Highway Patrol (NCSHP) joined together on strategic programs to support both organizations’ missions of providing safe roadways in the state. NCDOT operates and maintains nearly 80,000 miles of highwa
For mainline roadway sections, performance metrics such as the speed, volume, and level of service (LOS) are commonly available through traffic sensors and third-party data. However, ramp metering metrics are less prevalent. The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) partne
Arizona, while known for beautiful weather, has a unique section of I-10 where fields of loose dirt and high winds create massive walls of dust. These conditions dramatically reduce visibility for motorists in a matter of minutes, which has caused 83 dust-related crashes i
As the nation's first smart city environment powered by real-world infrastructure and next-generation connectivity, the Curiosity Lab at Peachtree Corners has partnered with technology innovator IPgallery to implement a smart city management system powered by artificial intelligence (AI). The Cit
In the time leading up to 2021 hurricane season, it became apparent that enhancements were needed at the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) to better serve the public in the event of a storm. The enhancements were broken up into three main projects including the SEOC Video W
The South Mountain Freeway portion of State Route 202 (State Route 202 SMF) opened in the Phoenix, Arizona metro area in December of 2019, completing a long-awaited by-pass for the downtown Phoenix portion of Interstate 10. Almost immediately the additional traffic from State Ro
Over a period of more than 4 years, the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) and Atlanta Reginal Commission (ARC) have been teaming together to develop and implement a comprehensive interagency data acquisition and management program. By reducing unnecessarily data duplicat
Restoration of traffic signals, removal of lane-blocking debris, and managing detours for longer-term closures are essential to enable and facilitating emergency response, restoration of transportation services, and economic recovery. For the 2020 hurricane season, Florida DOT D
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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,
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
Ohio Department of Transportation’s (ODOT) TSMO 2.0 serves as a roadmap to guide the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) as it continues to integrate operational improvements to preserve, maintain, or restore the performance of the transportation system. The TSMO 2.0 plan strives to do more
The TSMO Strategic Plan by Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (Alaska DOT&PF) aims to enhance safety, reduce travel delays, and lower costs across the state’s diverse transportation system. By addressing critical safety concerns, optimizing resource management, and impr
Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) District 12 improved safety and reduced congestion on I-480 westbound by re-striping the weave section from three lanes to two. This reduced travel times and increased average speeds for over 60,000 daily commuters. The project was completed in one season
The NITTEC project improves transportation in the Buffalo-Niagara region by enhancing safety, efficiency, and cost savings. It saves lives through faster emergency response, automated incident detection, and safer commercial vehicle operations. Time is saved with real-time traffic updates, improv
Utah DOT’s (UDOT) implementation of Ethernet Power Controllers (EPCs) enhances traffic monitoring by allowing remote reboots, saving time and travel costs for maintenance staff. This increases device reliability, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous data collection, which improves road saf
Utah DOT (UDOT) is enhancing safety and accessibility for people with disabilities by deploying Accessible Pedestrian Signals (APS) and a smartphone app. These technologies provide audible cues, remote signal activation, and touchless buttons, helping users navigate intersections safely and effic
Utah Department of Transportation’s (UDOT) heat tape solution for LED traffic signals enhances safety by ensuring visibility during snowfall, reducing the risk of crashes and protecting maintenance workers. The heat tape saves time by allowing remote activation to clear snow, preventing traffic d
FDOT’s TSMO program improves traffic management through technology, real-time data, and stakeholder collaboration. Tools like the SunGuide Alert Viewer and Vehicle-to-Everything Data Exchange Platform enhance safety by reducing accidents and improving emergency response. Dashboards and dynamic to
The Florida Department of Transportation’s (FDOT) Wrong-Way Driving (WWD) Program saves lives by reducing WWD crashes through detection systems that alert drivers and law enforcement, preventing over 95% of potential incidents. It saves time by enabling quick interventions, minimizing traffic dis
The eTraffic system by Florida DOT (FDOT) improves traffic signal management, saving lives, time, and money. It enhances safety with real-time updates, wrong-way driving countermeasures, and faster emergency response. The platform streamlines operations with automated reporting, centralized data
The North Carolina DOT’s (NCDOT) Performance-Based Tow Contracts improve safety, reduce delays, and cut costs in freeway work zones. By dispatching pre-qualified tow companies immediately after an incident, lanes are cleared faster, reducing the risk of secondary crashes and protecting first resp
The Cape Fear Memorial Bridge (CFMB) Preservation Project enhances safety through increased law enforcement and quick incident clearance, vital for evacuations during hurricanes. It minimizes traffic disruptions by optimizing detour routes and completing the project ahead of schedule, restoring n
The Statewide ITS Resilience Project by North Carolina DOT (NCDOT) improved ITS device uptime from 48% to over 98%, enhancing traffic management and safety, which saves lives. The project’s pay-for-performance model ensures cost-effective maintenance, maximizing return on investment and minimizin
