Research Reports
Report Details
Title:
Inclement Weather Signal Timings
Authors:
University:
University of Utah
Publication Date:
Jul 2000
Report #:
MPC-01-120
Project #:
MPC-149
TRID #:
Keywords:
advanced traffic management systems, detectors, fiber optics, signalized intersections, slush, time duration, traffic data, traffic flow, traffic signal control systems, traffic signal timing, traffic speed, traffic volume, weather conditions
Type:
Research Report – MPC Publications
Final Report Abstract
This study examines signal timing in inclement weather conditions. With the completion of the Utah DOT's Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS), UDOT will have the capability to change signal timing plans from a central location by communicating with each controller through fiber optic technology. With this ability, it has become feasible to have a library of special signal timing plans. One of these plans could be for inclement weather conditions. This research reviews relevant literature for similar studies, interviewing other state departments of transportation, and collecting local traffic flow data to determine.