Planned or special events
Work zones, parades, or even a local fun run can cause significant disruptions to overall traffic flow. Utilizing TSMO strategies however that focus on planning, coordination and actual execution of such events can minimize the impact they have.
Title | Cost | Technology | Collaboration |
---|---|---|---|
Proactive signal timing review & optimization | Medium | Medium | Low |
Signal timing review & optimization | Low | Medium | Low |
Ramp metering | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Variable message signs | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Planned event or incident signal timing | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Active traffic management | High | High | Medium |
Dynamic lane assignment | Medium | High | Medium |
Agreement & policy development | Low | Low | High |
Reversible lanes | High | High | High |
Transit funding during construction | Medium | Low | High |
Traveler information via 511 telephone, social media & web applications | Medium | High | High |
Congestion pricing | High | High | High |
TSMO Workforce Development Plan | Low | Low | High |
Traffic management center | High | High | High |
Parallel route usage & improvements | High | High | High |
Special & planned event management | Medium | Medium | High |