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| Title: | Fargo-Moorhead Traffic Operations Center: Concept of Operations |
| Authors: | Mohammad Smadi |
| Publication Date: | Dec 2010 |
| Type: | Research Report |
Abstract
A regional traffic operations center (TOC) is center for coordinating and supporting transportation system operations by bringing together various jurisdictions to focus on a common goal of optimizing the performance of the system and maximizing its safety and service to the traveling public. A TOC is a focal point for sharing and directing information related to traffic control, traffic management, traveler information, and traffic incident/emergency management.
The Fargo-Moorhead (F-M) metropolitan area consists of several jurisdictions in two states, and therefore, transportation system operations involve several transportation, planning, and law enforcement agencies. In addition, the continued growth of the metropolitan area poses several challenges to effectively operate and manage the transportation system during recurring events (e.g., peak-hour traffic conditions), and non-recurring events (e.g., crashes, special events, etc.). Several of the regional transportation agencies would like to create a F-M TOC for actively monitoring and managing the transportation system. This document will discuss the operational aspects of a future Fargo-Moorhead TOC.
Final Report