摘要: |
The purpose of the project is to apply the analytical tools (regional economic forecasting models, GIS, transportation planning software, and traffic simulation software) to inform the planning and development process along Corridor X. Specifically, these tools are used to illustrate the benefits of advanced planning and access management intended to preserve the functional integrity of Corridor X and its interchanges and crossroads. The study area includes all of Corridor X from the Mississippi State Line to US 31 in Birmingham. In all it covers 96 miles and, more importantly, includes 28 interchanges with county, state and federal highways providing access to and from Corridor X. The Corridor X Access Management and Develop Plan report is presented in seven sections. Section 1.0 presents the background information and purpose for undertaking the project. The second section described the economic analysis used to base future land use and traffic projections. The existing and future economic analysis information in Section 2.0 also serves as references material for public officials and developers active in the study counties. In particular, the traffic analysis presented in Section 3.0 describes how future traffic conditions along Corridor X and its crossroads were developed for the year 2025. Section 4.0 presents the principles of access management along with engineering examples of how it can be used to improve and preserve safe and efficient traffic operations. Section 5.0 presents specific guidance for implementing the access management and development concepts presented throughout the report. Finally, Section 6.0 present general conclusions from the study and offers several recommendations in the form of 'next steps.' |