The Concepts and Conduct of a Traffic Operations Study

Abstract

<p>This paper addresses the evolution and concepts of Traffic Operation Studies (TOS) within the framework of a medium sized urban municipality. Not only is a description of the basic content of a TOS discussed but as well each of the components of a TOS are described in detail along with the logic for using each of the various components.</p> <p>This document is intended to serve the general public, politicians and engineers in their deliberations concerning a TOS. Specifically, it serves as a document for the general public to further explain the meaning and purpose of a TOS and the techniques it employs to reduce the problems experienced on existing transportation systems. It serves as a stimulus for the politicians when discussing traffic operational problems within the framework of an urban municipal environment and finally it serves as a guide to engineers when determining the format and content of a TOS.</p>