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
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 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 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 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 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 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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
