摘要: |
This analysis examined the potential benefits and costs of fully deploying and integrating operations and intelligent transportation systems (ITS) strategies in the Tucson, Arizona, region. A Full Operations and ITS Deployment Scenario was identified for the year 2025 and compared to a scenario without any operations and ITS deployments in order to identify the changes in impacts. The results showed the investment in ITS to be cost-efficient-returning $6.30 in benefits for every dollar invested. Operations and ITS strategies were shown to have a positive impact in reducing travel time delays caused by incidents, as well as reducing travel times during normal conditions. By reducing the amount of time people spend stuck in congestion, operations and ITS would also reduce the frustration of travelers and likely have a positive influence on regional productivity. Reductions in crashes, vehicle emissions, and fuel use would further contribute to improvements in the quality of life in the Tucson region. |