Integrated Corridor Management Initiative ITS JPO Lead: Mike Freitas Technical Lead: John Harding, Office of Transportation Management

Integrated Corridor Management Initiative Background Currently surface transportation systems are made up of several independent networks  Freeways, including managed lanes  Arterials  Bus Routes  Rail Transit In reality each of these networks is made up of high volume links These parallel network links overlay to form transportation corridors Metropolitan areas contain several major corridors

Integrated Corridor Management Initiative Opportunity Efforts to date to “reduce congestion” have focused on optimization of individual networks No capability to respond to demand from other networks Integration across networks is critical in these high demand corridors Corridors offer an opportunity to operate and optimize the entire system as opposed to the individual networks

Integrated Corridor Management Initiative Integrated Corridor Management Systems: Examples Traffic signal systems that respond to large diversions of traffic from clogged freeways Demand responsive ramp metering systems integrated with local traffic signals Adaptive bus prioritization that responds to increased bus traffic during special events Traveler information systems that estimate and predict congestion over time and balance demand on networks

Integrated Corridor Management Initiative Goals Provide guidance to assist agencies in implementing Integrated Corridor Operations Create supporting analysis tools, approaches, and technical standards Demonstrate the value of Integrated Corridor Management

Integrated Corridor Management Initiative Milestone/End Product Widespread Integrated Corridor Operations, resulting in:  Efficient use of available network capacity  Reduced congestion and delays  More reliable travel

Integrated Corridor Management Initiative Detailed Roadmap

Integrated Corridor Management Initiative Program Plan/Approach The Initiative consists of four phases  Phase 1: Foundational Research  Phase 2: Operations and Systems Development  Phase 3: Model Deployment  Phase 4: Knowledge and Technology Transfer Duration of Initiative  FY04-FY10

Integrated Corridor Management Initiative Phase 1: Foundational Research Goal 1: Engage Multimodal Stakeholder Working Group  Action Candidate Model Deployment Sites will form core group Goal 2: Foundational Integration Studies  Actions Define Corridor Concept of Operations Document Successful Local Integration Efforts Identify Corridor Types and Operational Approaches Identify Operational Strategies and Analysis Tools Identify Functional Requirements Decision Point #1 – August 2005  Did we identify sufficient integration issues?  Are the issues workable?

Integrated Corridor Management Initiative Phase 2: Operations and Systems Development Goal 1:Organizational Integration  Action Develop cross network management systems that support distribution of responsibilities and sharing of control Goal 2: Operational Integration  Action Develop cross network operational strategies and analysis tools Goal 3: Technical Integration  Action Develop interfaces and integrated procedure to facilitate operational strategies, i.e. device-to-device integration Decision Point #2 – Sept  Do we have the knowledge and capabilities to support an effective model deployment?

Integrated Corridor Management Initiative Phase 3: Model Deployment Goal 1: Pre-Model Deployment Activity  Actions Pre-Model Deployment Workshop Prep for Candidate Sites Candidate Model Deployment Sites Selection Form core of stakeholder group Detailed examination of specific issues and problems Goal 2: Model Deployment  Actions Site selection and Implementation Apply integration techniques in real world setting Model Deployment Evaluation

Integrated Corridor Management Initiative Phase 4: Knowledge and Technology Transfer Goal 1: Pre-Model Deployment Knowledge and Technology Transfer  Action Support Candidate Sites preparing for Model Deployment Goal 2: Integrated Corridor Management Outreach, and Knowledge and Technology Transfer  Action Produce detailed Integrated Corridor Management implementation guidance to ensure areas with interest in deployment have the information and technology they need Includes management systems, operational strategies, tools, technology transfer, standards, and training

Integrated Corridor Management Initiative Summary Congestion is complex Corridor Management can make a difference Significant integration challenges must be addressed Opportunity to enhance our capabilities and improve performance