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Data-Driven Strategies Using Predictive Modeling and Interactive Dashboards

Iowa
Since traffic safety projects often yield varying impacts on safety performance, Iowa DOT established a robust system to track crash histories related to safety projects, which is essential to assess project effectiveness, efficiency, and return on investment. The system is helpful to site identification, safety issue diagnosis, and countermeasure evaluation.
Traffic Safety Dashboards2024 Safety Summit Poster

Pavement Marking Retroreflectivity

FHWA
The Final Rule on maintaining pavement marking retroreflectivity goes into effect September 6, 2026. Agencies can use recommended methodologies to better prioritize budgets, maximize the life of pavement markings, and improve roadway safety.
Methods ReportMUTCD 11th EditionMethodology Videos2024 Safety Summit Poster

Advancing Work Zone Safety: Real-Time Digital Workers

Delaware Iowa Louisiana Nebraska
Work zones pose significant dangers to both workers and drivers. Traditional notification systems often fail to provide real-time information. DOTs are using platforms like EDOT to integrate various data streams and provide automated, real-time alerts about active work zones, fostering collaboration and more comprehensive safety measures.
ARTBA Case Study2024 Safety Summit Poster

High Wind Blow-Over Crash and Closure Reduction Study

Wyoming
High wind blow-over crash and closure reduction study implemented targeted warnings and closures, reducing blow-over incidents.
Research ReportLegislative Briefing SlidesESRI Case StudyAASHTO Case Study

Innovative Countermeasures to Deter Wrong-Way Driving (TRC 2105)

Arkansas
TAPCO Wrong-Way Driving Detection Systems pilot project detected and corrected wrong-way drivers, showing promising results for further implementation.
TRC Presentation 2023 (See “Resilient Infrastructure”)Local News ArticleLocal News VideoAASHTO Case Study

Automated Vehicle Pilot Project

Hawaii
The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HIDOT) pilots autonomous electric passenger shuttles to augment existing bus service at the Honolulu airport
HIDOT Airport ProjectHIDOT University ProjectAASHTO Journal Article
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