The document discusses what we know about human behavior in disaster situations based on findings from several decades of research. That perspective can help in maximizing the effectiveness of traveler information communications. The current use of traveler information in managing normal incident
This report contains 27 case studies of systems in 22 states that improve roadway operations under inclement weather conditions. Each case study has six sections including a general description of the system, system components, operational procedures, resulting transportation outcomes, impl
MDSS provides clear, actionable information about weather and roadway conditions so DOTs can make confident and effective decisions on deployment, materials, and tactics when responding to weather events. The MDSS software integrates current and forecast atmospheric weather and pavement cond
The purpose of the weather TAT module is to provide Traffic Management Center (TMC) operators and traffic engineers with practical guidance for implementing proper traffic operational strategies specific to inclement weather conditions.
Traffic Analysis Toolbox Volume XI includes six ch
A variety of mitigation techniques can reduce the frequency and impact of localized bottlenecks (further defined in Section 2.0). These techniques can range from the most intense (e.g., microsimulation product applications) to the least intense (e.g., sketch planning) with several iterations of t
This document is the second volume in the FHWA Traffic Analysis Toolbox: Work Zone Analysis series. Whereas the first volume provides guidance to decision-makers at agencies and jurisdictions considering the role of analytical tools in work zone planning and management, this volume provides speci
The purpose of this study is to assess and provide an understanding on how well simulation and traffic analysis tools predict performance, and identify elements and issues which practitioners should be aware of to effectively apply these tools. Often, misapplication of a tool can change the resul
This report presents the results of an investigation into the appropriate definition, interpretation, and computation of measures of effectiveness (MOEs) for traffic operations and capacity improvement.
The goal of this study was to develop information and guidance on which MOEs should
This document is intended to provide guidance to decision-makers at agencies and jurisdictions considering the role of analytical tools in work zone planning and management. It is often unclear what kind of analytical approach may be of most value, particularly in light of complex data requiremen
The purpose of the Guidelines for Applying CORSIM Microsimulation Modeling Software is to provide more specific guidance for using CORridor SIMulation (CORSIM) traffic simulation software to conduct a transportation analysis using the process recommended by Volume III: Guidelines for Applying Tra
