Projects
The Regional ITS Architecture provides a starting point for project definition. It provides an overall framework that shows how anticipated projects will integrate with each other and with existing systems. This page lists all the ITS projects that have been mapped to the El Paso Regional ITS Architecture.
Project timeframes are defined as:
– Short Term: 0 to 5 years
– Medium Term: 6 to 10 years
– Long Term: 11 years and beyond
| Project | Status | Timeframe | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Active Transportation and Demand Management (ATDM) Implementation | Future | Short to Long Term | This project will implement Active Transportation and Demand Management (ATDM) strategies to dynamically manage, control and influence travel demand and traffic flows through key regional corridors. ATDM strategies can include ramp metering, hard shoulder running, dynamic lane use control, and variable speed limits. Use of these strategies would be done to achieve operational objectives, such as improving safety, reducing emissions, and maximizing system efficiency. TMC operators continuously monitor traffic conditions through CCTV and other ITS field equipment to detect when systems should be implemented. Using archived data and or/predictive methods, actions can also be performed in real–time to achieve or maintain system performance. |
| Alternate Route Traffic Management Study and Implementation | Future | Short Term | The purpose of this project is to develop and update alternate route traffic diversion plans for traffic operations and incident management staff to use in identifying and implementing alternate routes based on incidents or events occurring on the roadway network that disrupt traffic. Current alternate route plans are updated through the Regional Incident Management Plan for the El Paso region. This project will review and study the use and effectiveness of alternate routes and recommend updates where needed, which may include the implementation of alternate route signage that could be activated by TMC operators. |
| Automated Traffic Incident Detection System | Future | Short Term | This project will implement an automated traffic incident detection system. This could include using video and/or data analytics to detect crashes, stopped vehicles or other abnormal traffic patterns. The system will send alerts to TMC operators for incident verification and taking appropriate actions such as posting incident information on DMS and notifying incident responders. |
| Automated Traffic Signal Performance Measures | Future | Short Term | Automated Traffic Signal Performance Measures (ATSPM) is defined as a suite of performance measures, data collection and data analysis tools to support objectives and performance based approaches to traffic signal operations, maintenance, management and design of the signal system. The purpose of the application is to improve the overall safety, mobility and efficiency of signalized intersections for all system users. The technology allows for agencies responsible for traffic signal timing updates to use the data provided through ATSPM to determine how best to optimize traffic signal timings based on the collected data. |
| City of El Paso ITS Asset Management Program and Maintenance Plan | Future | Medium Term | The purpose of this project is to plan for and procure an asset management system to document and store ITS asset information, including ITS devices and communications infrastructure deployed by the City of El Paso. This project could start with an investigation of available systems and desired functions and features which may determine the availability of asset management systems. Based on the investigation, the City of El Paso could develop an asset management system in–house or procure an asset management system from vendors. Coordination with TxDOT is possible if study is conducted concurrently. A second component of the project is to develop a maintenance plan for the City to guide maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and replacement of ITS assets. * This project does not contain an ITS architecture. |
| City of El Paso ITS Field Equipment Expansion | Future | Short to Long Term | This project will expand the deployment of CCTV cameras and Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) to increase the number of roadway miles with ITS devices managed and monitored by the City of El Paso TMC. Increased CCTV coverage can assist TMC operators with monitoring traffic congestion, as well as incident and emergency response personnel that respond to traffic incidents. Increased DMS coverage can assist TMC operators in communicating messages to drivers regarding incidents downstream of the DMS location, which can allow drivers to seek alternate routes around the incident location. |
| City of El Paso Traffic Management Center Upgrade | Programmed | Short to Medium Term | This project will modernize the City of El Paso's existing, aging ITS field equipment through replacements or upgrades. This includes replacing or upgrading traffic signals, controllers, vehicle detection, pedestrian signals/countdown timers, cameras, DMS, communications, etc. Equipment upgrades can include Advanced Traffic Controllers (ATCs) that can provide advanced features, and support Automated Traffic Signal Performance Measures (ATSPM) and future connected vehicle applications. Citywide traffic signal controller upgrade is programmed in the MPO TIP, titled "Traffic Management Center Upgrade – Phase 1," for FY2022. Phase 1 is the design of the traffic signal upgrades. Phases 2–5 is for construction and implementation. |
| Connected Vehicle Pilot Program | Future | Short to Medium Term | This project will utilize Connected Vehicle (CV) technology to improve the safety and efficiency of passenger vehicle and public agency vehicle travel. Roadside units (RSUs) will be installed along IH–10, at signalized intersections and other strategic locations (curves, locations with weather issues) to communicate with on–board units (OBUs) on passenger vehicles and public agency fleet vehicles using DSRC or other real–time message protocols. CV applications could be considered in this project include Signal Phase and Timing (SPaT), Queue Warning, Speed Harmonization, Work Zone Traveler Information, Weather Data Collection, and Red Light Violation Warning, and other applications. |
| Critical Infrastructure Monitoring Systems | Future | Medium Term | This project will deploy systems that monitor the security and conditions of critical infrastructure systems, such as bridges, tunnels, and other critical assets. Based upon detection of abnormal activity, alerts can be sent to TMC operators, public safety agencies or maintenance personnel for response actions. |
| Doniphan Drive (SH 20) / Horizon Boulevard (FM 1281) HAWK Signal Deployment | Future | Medium Term | This project includes the design and construction of High–intensity Activated crosswalk (HAWK) beacons at various locations along the Doniphan Drive (SH 20) and Horizon Boulevard (FM 1281) corridors. The existing mid–block crosswalk south of La Union Avenue within the Canutillo community is one of these areas where a HAWK beacon could be implemented to increase pedestrian safety. These projects could be done independently of roadway improvements, or in conjunction with other improvements along Doniphan Drive (SH 20) and Horizon Boulevard (FM 1281). HAWK beacons provide drivers multiple cues to emphasize the potential presence of pedestrians. These cues include HAWK beacons with two red lenses over a single yellow lens, high–visibility crosswalk markings, a 24–inch stop bar approximately 50–feet from the crosswalk, 8–inch solid lane lines between through travel lanes, and signs that illuminate and read "CROSSWALK." When activated, the HAWK uses a red indication to inform drivers to stop, thereby creating a time period for pedestrians to cross the roadway. |
| Doniphan Drive (SH 20) ITS and Fiber Expansion | Future | Short Term | This project will expand the center–to–center support structure, ITS device deployments and Incident Management Plan to include SH 20 (Doniphan Drive). The proposed ICM communication network for the Doniphan Drive Corridor will be integral to the existing alignment for approximately 15 miles from the state line to Racetrack Dr, which then connects to the Border West Expressway. The initial stage of the ICM will be to install a conduit duct bank with fiber optic cable between the southbound travel lanes and the right of way adjacent to the BNSF railroad. This fiber communication network will provide the potential to connect to each of the traffic signal controllers, school zones flasher systems, and the proposed Sun Metro and El Paso County transit bus shelters along the Doniphan Drive corridor. At strategic locations, Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) will be installed to provide real time information to the public, Bluetooth readers for travel time data collection, and CCTV cameras to provide incident verification and corridor monitoring. In addition to real–time traffic monitoring and support, this initial ICM project sets the stage for Connected and Autonomous vehicles to be used within the Doniphan Drive Corridor in the future. |
| Doniphan Drive (SH 20) Railroad Crossing Improvements | Future | Medium Term | This project will install crossing signals and barricade arms, dedicated pedestrian paths with the latest ADA improvements, and warning devices and signage to improve safety and mobility concerns around railroad tracks along Doniphan Drive (SH 20) at a total of 18 crossings within the County of El Paso. This project sponsors include TxDOT, El Paso County, Village of Vinton, Town of Anthony, and BNSF. |
| El Paso County Transit Automatic Passenger Counters | Future | Short Term | This project will install automated passenger counters (APCs) on El Paso County Rural Transit vehicles to obtain more detailed ridership per stop information for reporting and analysis purposes. |
| El Paso County Transit Fare Payment System Enhancement | Future | Short to Medium Term | This project will implement fare payment technology for use by passengers on transit vehicles. This could include electronic fare payment cards, mobile smartphone ticketing applications, and Smart Card technology that would allow passengers to tap their card to an electronic reader on transit vehicles or at transit stations for fare payment. |
| El Paso County Transit Real–Time Bus Arrival / Departure Signs | Future | Medium Term | This project will implement electronic displays/signs at stations and bus stops/shelters along El Paso County Transit routes to present real–time bus arrival and departure information to riders. Bus schedule times will be estimated based on information from Automated Vehicle Locator (AVL) equipment located on transit buses. |
| El Paso County Transit Traveler Information System | Future | Short Term | This project will upgrade the current El Paso County Transit website to provide both real–time and static transit information to the public, such as bus schedules, bus fares, bus arrival/departure times, and bus location updates. Transit information could also be provided to travelers via mobile application that could allow for general transit information as well as personalized information to be provided to transit riders based on their preferences. |
| Emergency Vehicle Preemption Expansion | Future | Short to Medium Term | This project will expand the installation of Emergency Vehicle Pre–emption (EVP) technology to improve emergency response times along arterial signalized corridors to the scene of an incident. Systems require the installation of hardware on emergency vehicles and at signalized intersections to facilitate the request from vehicle to intersection in the field. Opportunities exist for potential cost sharing with public transit agencies, who could leverage field–based hardware to communicate transit signal priority requests, which are less disruptive to traffic operations than traffic signal pre–emption requests from emergency vehicles. |
| Fiber Optic Communications Expansion | Future | Short to Medium Term | This project will expand the backbone and connecting segments of the fiber–optic cable infrastructure system deployed by TxDOT. The backbone expansion will also include increasing the capacity of the fiber optic communications, connecting to additional ITS devices/traffic signals, as well as implementing redundant rings within the fiber communications network to maintain communications in the event of fiber cable damage to one area of the network. This project also includes potential for fiber sharing with El Paso County as well as connecting to New Mexico DOT fiber along the I–10 corridor. ITS Master Plan has defined corridors for new fiber cable segments in the region. * This project supports communications among ITS assets and agencies. However, this project does not contain a physical architecture. |
| IH–10 Adaptive Lanes | Future | Long Term | Adaptive lanes are proposed along the IH–10 Corridor between Redd Road and Loop 375. The adaptive lanes concept allows TxDOT for better management and response to on–demand traffic need for the corridor. The adaptive lanes project will include the following technology features: (1) Data Collection such as travel times, incidents, traffic volumes and speeds; (2) Active Traffic Management; (3) Drone Pathway – using drones to aid with incident management and provide live streaming video to TMC and incident responders; (4) Internet of Things to facilitate exchange of useful information; and (5) Truck Platooning – using vehicle to infrastructure (V2I) connectivity to improve the safety and efficiency of truck travel. |
| IH–10 Integrated Corridor Management System | Future | Short to Medium Term | This project will deploy an Integrated Corridor Management (ICM) system in the El Paso region, near the Interstate Highway 10 (IH–10) corridor. The ICM concept involves the operational coordination of multiple transportation networks and cross–network connections comprising a corridor, and the coordination of the different agencies and stakeholders responsible for corridor mobility. The underlying principle behind the ICM concept is that these independent, individual transportation networks, and their cross–network connections, can be operated in a more coordinated and integrated manner, resulting in increased overall corridor throughput and enhanced mobility of the corridor users. The IH–10 ICM system will enable all individual transportation networks within the corridor to be managed as a multimodal system. |
| IH–10 Queue Detection System | Future | Short Term | This project will deploy a queue detection system on Interstate Highway 10 at the Sierra Blanca Border Patrol station. This system will provide advanced notification of vehicle queueing to drivers using CCTV cameras and DMS. Additional systems may be deployed at other locations or corridors. |
| IH–10 Truck Parking Space Availability System (TPAS) | Future | Short Term | The I–10 Corridor Coalition consists of Texas, New Mexico, Arizona and California Departments of Transportation. The Coalition was awarded a $6.85 million USDOT grant to implement an IH–10 Truck Parking Availability System (TPAS) along the corridor. 18 safety rest areas (SRAs) have been identified in Texas along IH–10 for TPAS deployment. 6 of the Texas SRA sites are located in the El Paso District: 2 at the Travel Information Center at TX/NM border; 2 in El Paso County; and 2 in Culberson County. The SRA site configurations will help determine which parking detection approach will be used, either entrance/exit counting or space occupancy counting. Dynamic Parking Availability Signs (DPAS) will be placed upstream from the parking areas. These signs will provide drivers with real–time advanced warning ahead of the parking site to allow drivers to consider alternate plans if a location is full. Smartphone and web–based services may also be used to provide data to drivers and dispatchers. |
| ITS at BOTA and Zaragoza Ports of Entry | Future | Short Term | This project will deploy multiple ITS solutions on the Bridge of the Americas (BOTA) and Zaragoza Ports of Entry in El Paso. ITS deployments will include 28 Dynamic Message Signs (DMS), 49 Closed–Circuit Television (CCTV) cameras, 28 Radar Vehicle Sensing Devices (RVSDs), 28 Bluetooth Readers, 34 Automatic Vehicle Identification devices, 13 lane management signs, and toll and traffic management systems upgrades. |
| Mesa Street (SH 20) Long Term ITS Improvements | Future | Long Term | This project includes fiber cable deployment along SH 20 / Mesa Street from Doniphan Drive (SH 20) to Loop 375 which can enable a connection of City of El Paso Cameras to TxDOT'S Lonestar system and also transform the SH 20 / Mesa Street corridor to a Smart Corridor for Connected Vehicle / Automated Vehicle (CV/AV) technology deployments in long term. |
| Mesa Street (SH 20) Mid Term ITS Improvements | Future | Medium Term | This project includes bus queue–jump lanes and Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) at multiple locations along Mesa Street (SH 20). This project also includes cellular / wireless communications connection to TxDOT TransVista for control and configuration of DMS. |
| Mesa Street (SH 20) Short Term ITS Improvements | Future | Short Term | This project includes signal timing optimization, bus queue–jump lanes, Bluetooth readers, CCTV cameras, and Video Imaging Vehicle Detection System (VIVDS) at multiple signalized locations along Mesa Street (SH 20). This project also includes Speed Feedback Signs approaching Executive Center Boulevard. |
| Pedestrian/Cyclist Detection and Warning System | Future | Short Term | This project will deploy intersection based equipment to detect the presence of pedestrians and bicyclists and potential conflicts with vehicles in crosswalk areas at signalized intersections. Upon detection, systems could provide warnings to passenger vehicles through a Connected Vehicle application, or to pedestrians and bicyclists through roadside warning devices or smartphone applications. |
| Portable Weigh–in–Motion Scales | Future | Medium to Long Term | This project will procure portable weigh–in–motion scales for city and county law enforcement agencies to provide them the ability to bring commercial vehicle screening and/or direct enforcement capabilities to areas not served by permanent weigh stations. This allows for more efficient and effective target enforcement on commercial vehicle weigh compliance. |
| Regional Traffic Signal Timing Optimization and Coordination | Future | Short to Long Term | The purpose of this project is to establish a program for planning, managing and implementing signal timing optimization efforts on arterial corridors in the El Paso region. TxDOT and City of El Paso will work together to identify arterial signalized corridors and schedule to perform signal timing optimization over time. This project may also include a review of signal phasing and recommendation of updates to reflect changes in travel patterns, and in turn, increase the efficiency of traffic signal operations. |
| Regional Transit Data Hub | Future | Medium Term | The purpose of this project will be to establish a regional transit data hub that would collect and store transit related data for the El Paso region. The data hub could serve as a central data storage and clearinghouse for access and distribution of transit data to other agencies in the El Paso region. This data hub could be a subset of a regional transportation data hub. |
| Regional Transportation Data Hub with Analytic Tools | Future | Medium Term | This project will establish a central data hub that will collect and store transportation data related to the El Paso Region. Data could be from both public agencies and third parties. Regional data hub would serve as a central data storage and a data clearinghouse for data access and distribution to all regional stakeholder agencies. In addition, the data hub will have data management and analytic tools to allow agencies and researchers to mine, aggregate, extrapolate and analyze data from multiple sources. |
| Regional Traveler Information System | Future | Short to Medium Term | This project will enhance and integrate current traveler information delivery systems in the El Paso Region. The Regional Traveler Information System will deliver traveler information for both freeway and arterial systems as well as transit services in the region. Information that could be delivered by the system includes travel times, roadway congestion, closures, incidents, work zones, border wait times, weather events, special events, parking, upcoming constructions, transit services, etc. Information could be disseminated through webpages and mobile applications. Information could also be made available to major employers in the region. This project could also integrate data from third party provider systems to increase amount of data provided to travelers. |
| Sun Metro Automated Passenger Counters Expansion | Future | Short Term | This project will expand the installation of automated passenger counters (APCs) to 100% of Sun Metro fleet of fixed route vehicles to obtain more detailed ridership per stop information for reporting and analysis purposes. The data can also help analyze the possibility of the First and Last Mile rideshare. |
| Sun Metro Fare Payment System Enhancement | Future | Medium Term | This project will implement advanced fare payment technology for Sun Metro passengers on vehicles. This could include mobile smartphone ticketing applications used by passengers, as well as Smart Card technology that would allow passengers to tap their card to an electronic reader on transit vehicles or at transit stations for fare payment. |
| Sun Metro Real–time Transit Arrival/Departure Sign Expansion | Future | Short Term | This project will expand the installation of displays or dynamic message signs at key transit stations and locations to present real–time bus arrival / departure information. |
| Sun Metro Security Cameras on Transit Centers, Stations and Vehicles | Future | Short Term | This project will expand the installation of security cameras by Sun Metro to improve the overall safety of passengers on transit vehicles and at key transit centers and stations. Videos could be stored temporarily on the vehicle for upload at the transit garage or relay events in real–time to transit dispatchers who can dispatch emergency services as needed. |
| TMC and Public Safety CAD Integration | Future | Short to Medium Term | This project will utilize center–to–center (C2C) protocols to enable integration of Traffic Management Centers (TMCs) with public safety Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) systems to improve incident notification and response, interagency coordination, and information and resource sharing throughout the El Paso region. |
| Traffic Incident Management Program Refinement | Future | Short Term | This project will examine and further refine and optimize the Traffic Incident Management (TIM) program for the TxDOT El Paso District. This project will update the TIM Plan and utilize performance metrics strategy to monitor performance of TIM program and adjust as needed. Potential training opportunities could also be identified for emergency response personnel. * This project does not contain an ITS architecture. |
| Transit Signal Priority Expansion | Future | Medium Term | This project will expand the installation of Transit Signal Priority (TSP) system technology to additional locations along the Brio routes. Technology is currently deployed along main Brio rapid transit corridors. This project may also include upgrades and enhancements to the existing TSP system. |
| TxDOT C2C Protocols for Interagency Data Sharing | Future | Short to Medium Term | This project will implement the TxDOT Center–to–Center (C2C) Protocol to share information between TxDOT El Paso, City of El Paso, Sun Metro and other agencies including law enforcement and 911 centers. Data streams can include real time traffic and incident data, traffic signal status and state, DMS message, CCTV snapshots or streaming videos, CCTV command and control, and other ITS hardware status and data. * This project supports many information flows in the Regional ITS Architecture. A project–level architecture for this project is not specifically developed. |
| TxDOT CCTV Modernization and Expansion | Future | Short to Medium Term | This project will upgrade existing as well as expand the deployment of CCTV cameras to increase the number of roadway miles with ITS devices managed and monitored by the TxDOT TransVista TMC. Device modernization includes upgrading the aging analog cameras to digital. Increased CCTV coverage can assist TMC operators with monitoring traffic congestion, as well as incident and emergency response personnel that respond to traffic incidents. Specific priority locations have been identified in ITS Master Plan along Loop 375 and along IH–10. CCTV cameras will be connected to TransVista either via fiber or wireless communications. They will be installed and interconnected at the following locations: • IH–10 from FM 1281 (Horizon Blvd.) to O T Smith Rd.: 17 cameras connected via fiber or wireless communications. • Loop 375 (Purple Heart Highway) from Spur 601 to US 54 (Dyer St.): 8 cameras connected via fiber. • Loop 375 (Transmountain Rd.) from IH–10 to US 54: 18 cameras connected wirelessly. • IH–10 at Sierra Blanca: 5 cameras connected wirelessly. • IH–10 at Van Horn: 8 cameras connected wirelessly. • IH–10 at Border Patrol Station: 3 cameras connected wirelessly. • US 62/180 from FM 659 (Zaragoza Blvd.) to FM 2775 (Hueco Tanks Rd.): 11 cameras connected wirelessly. • US 54 from 2529 (McCombs St.) to TX–NM Stateline (Stateline Rd.): 5 cameras connected wirelessly. |
| TxDOT Coastcom (T1) Ring Replacement | Future | Short to Medium Term | This project will replace the existing TxDOT TransVista T1 Rings B, C, D and E with Ethernet network solutions. The scope of the project may include: – Replacing all T1 nodes (Coastcom multiplexors) with 10 G Ethernet switches that comply with the IEEE 802.3–2008 Standard. – Adding an additional 1 G Standard–compliant Ethernet switch in cabinets that house/support the City of El Paso's Traffic Signal system. – Replacing terminal servers and patch panels. – Adding video encoders to cabinets that currently house Video Optical Transceivers. – Replacing CCTV field equipment that uses Coastcom for PTZ with Ethernet–based equipment. – Replacing SONET nodes with similar Ethernet solutions. * This project does not contain an ITS architecture. |
| TxDOT Curve Speed Warning System | Future | Short Term | Curve speed warning systems utilize roadside speed detection equipment to detect the speed of vehicles approaching a roadway curve to automate a warning to the vehicles about the need to reduce their speed. Warning messages could be provided through flashing beacons that are activated when vehicle speeds exceed a speed threshold. Flashing beacons would be installed on static signage with messages about the roadway curve ahead. Other messages could be provided through dynamic message signs that present messages to reduce vehicle speed in advance of the roadway curve. |
| TxDOT DMS Modernization and Expansion | Future | Short to Medium Term | This project will upgrade existing as well as expand the deployment of Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) to increase the number of roadway miles with ITS devices managed by the TxDOT TransVista TMC. Device modernization includes replacing the older DMS with color DMS. Increased DMS coverage can assist TMC operators in communicating traffic/travel conditions to drivers such as incidents or construction downstream of the DMS location. Specific priority locations have been identified in ITS Master Plan along Loop 375 and along IH–10. DMS will be connected to TransVista either via fiber or wireless communications. DMS at the following locations are planned to be connected to TransVista via fiber communications: – IH–10 at Anthony: 2 DMS; one for EB at 1,500 ft south of Antonio St. and one for WB at Travel Information Center. – Loop 375 from BUS 54 (Dyer St.) to Spur 601: 2 DMS at the locations on the opposite direction of travel of the existing DMS. – Spur 601 from US 54 to Loop 375: 5 DMS along the corridor. DMS at the following locations are planned to be connected wirelessly: – IH–10 at Sierra Blanca: 2 DMS. – IH–10 at Van Horn: 2 DMS. – US 54 from Mesquite Hills Drive to TX–NM Stateline (Stateline Rd.): 2 DMS. – US 62/180 from FM 659 (Zaragoza Blvd.) to FM 2775 (Hueco Tanks Rd.): 2 DMS. |
| TxDOT Flood Warning System | Future | Medium Term | Flood detection and warning systems use field sensors for high water detection and activate advanced warning signs to alert drivers approaching the high water roadway segments. Flood warning functions may be completed locally by field detection and warning signs or in conjunction with a communications connection to the TMC if desired. |
| TxDOT High Wind Warning System | Future | Medium Term | This project will deploy systems that detect high wind speeds at locations where high winds have been a factor in traffic incidents. Upon detection, warnings could be provided to drivers to slow their vehicle speeds, as well as to TMC operators that can post messages about high wind speeds detected along the roadway network. |
| TxDOT ITS Asset Management Program and Maintenance Plan | Future | Short to Medium Term | The purpose of this project is to plan for and procure an asset management system to document and store ITS asset information, including ITS devices and communications infrastructure deployed by TxDOT. This project could start with an investigation of available systems and desired functions and features which may determine the availability of asset management systems. Based on the investigation, TxDOT could develop an asset management system in–house or procure an asset management system from vendors. A second component of the project is to develop a robust ITS asset maintenance plan to guide maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and replacement of TxDOT ITS assets. Coordination with City of El Paso is possible if study is conducted concurrently. * This project does not contain an ITS architecture. |
| TxDOT RWIS at Strategic Locations | Future | Medium Term | The purpose of project is to install Road Weather Information System (RWIS) stations at key locations in the El Paso region to gather real–time weather conditions that could impact travel along the roadway network. An RWIS station would measure multiple types of weather information, such as air / pavement temperatures, precipitation types / amounts, surface conditions, wind velocity, and air pressure, among other types of information. Data would be reported to a central office location for processing and review by agency staff responsible for maintenance and / or traffic operations. Primary locations for these stations have been identified in ITS Master Plan along Interstate 10 between 375 and FM 3380, and between SH 20 and the Culberson County line. |
| TxDOT Slippery Pavement Warning System | Future | Medium Term | This project will deploy a system that could detect slippery conditions on pavement surfaces due to rain, snow or ice, and provide warnings to motorists as well as TMC operators. Roadside sensors will monitor pavement friction or surface conditions and send a warning alert through flashing beacons upstream of the slippery pavement location to warn drivers. Alerts could also be sent to TransVista for use in activating dynamic message signs for warnings to motorists in advance of the slippery roadway. |
| TxDOT Smart Street Lighting | Future | Medium to Long Term | TxDOT will deploy a smart street lighting system that includes installation of photocell sensors and lighting controllers on street lights. The system will monitor and automatically turn street lights on and off based on sensed local conditions. |
| TxDOT Smart Work Zones | Future | Short Term | This project will implement smart work zone technology as work zone management practice into future construction projects. The purpose of the technology is to optimize safety and mobility in and around work zones, and provide real time data (speeds, volumes, delay/travel times, etc.) that could be viewed TMC operators and maintenance staff. Real time data can be shared with the public through DMS, a web interface and social media. |
| TxDOT Speed Feedback and Warning System | Future | Short Term | This project will implement speed feedback signs that can detect the speed of approaching vehicles and present those speeds in real time on small dynamic message signs inserted underneath posted regulatory speed limit signs. Signs will warn drivers traveling above the speed limits, prompting them to slow down in high crash–potential areas. This project is defined in the ITS Master Plan as along IH–10 from SH 20 to the Culberson County Line. Additional implementation of the system is also recommended for Mesa Street in the SH 20 Corridor Master Plan. |
| TxDOT Static Travel Time Displays | Future | Short Term | This project will install static signs with small DMS panels to display estimated travel times to destinations or comparable travel times via different routes. Those signs will be installed at locations approaching major interchanges. In addition, confirmation signs will be installed throughout the corridors. The ITS Master Implementation Plan identifies eight project segments totaling 28 travel time displays along IH–10, SL 375, Spur 601, and US 54. |
| TxDOT TMC Upgrades | Future | Short Term | This project will upgrade TransVista, the TxDOT El Paso District TMC with building, new equipment and software. This project will upgrade TransVista with new equipment, including the video wall, work stations, center communications equipment, hardware, and video analytics equipment. The upgrades will improve real–time situational awareness and management of ITS from the TMC. This project will also upgrade TMC software with additional programming to: (1) integrate incident data from third party applications (e.g., Waze and Google Maps) into TxDOT's LoneStar System and (2) integrate TMC incident data into third party applications. In addition, the software upgrade will allow for displaying performance metrics on upgraded TMC video wall. Performance metrics may also include ATSPM information from traffic signals, and performance metrics from other ITS devices. |
| TxDOT Traffic Signal Controller Upgrades | Future | Short Term | This project will focus on upgrades to traffic signal controllers at TxDOT–operated signalized intersections. This project includes upgrades traffic signal controllers to Advanced Traffic Controllers (ATCs) that can support advanced features, Automated Traffic Signal Performance Measures (ATSPM), adaptive traffic signal control, and future connected vehicle applications. |
| TxDOT Visibility Warning System | Future | Medium Term | This project will implement field equipment to detect low levels of visibility and activate warning messages either on Dynamic Message Signs or through means to alert drivers about low visibility on the corridor. System could be integrated with TxDOT TransVista for central monitoring of weather conditions on the corridor. |
| US 67 ITS Projects – Long–Term | Future | Long Term | This is a list of ITS projects identified and recommended for long term implementation in the US 67 Corridor Master Plan. ITS Deployments include Highway–Rail Crossing Safety Systems, Next Generation 911, and enhancing power and communications availability. |
| US 67 ITS Projects – Mid–Term | Future | Medium Term | This is a list of ITS projects identified and recommended for mid–term implementation in the US 67 Corridor Master Plan. These are projects that could potentially be addressed in other ways and/or where the benefits from implementation are less substantial than for short term projects. Recommended mid–term ITS deployments include variable speed limit (VSL), animal warning systems, and traffic detection sensors, planned special event management systems, smartphone applications for first responders, integrated weather monitoring/prediction systems, integrated traveler information systems, traffic surveillance cameras, and Port of Entry smart parking system. |
| US 67 ITS Projects – Short–Term | Future | Short Term | This is a list of ITS projects identified and recommended for short term implementation in the US 67 Corridor Master Plan. These projects are generally focused on specific locations, with costs being low to medium and also providing the most benefit in terms of safety and operations of the proposed US 67 corridor projects. Recommended short term ITS deployments include automated visibility warning systems (AVWS), pedestrian and bicycle safety/warning systems, and curve speed warning systems, speed warning systems, work zone safety systems, rock slide warning systems, DMS, and incident management support trucks. In addition, it is recommended to include traffic incident management training and establish corridor coordination groups as short term initiatives. |
| Weigh–in–Motion Scales and Virtual Weigh Stations | Future | Medium to Long Term | This project will deploy weigh–in–motion scales and virtual weigh station systems that can assist TxDOT and Texas Highway Patrol with more efficient sorting and screening of commercial vehicles. |
| Wireless Communications Expansion | Future | Short to Medium Term | This project will expand the current wireless communications networks for traffic operations and public safety communications. Expansion of the wireless communications network will allow for TMC operators to control and configure additional ITS devices in areas without fiber optic infrastructure, as well as increase data sharing with agencies in the region. This project also provides enhanced capabilities to public safety agencies in communications and coordination during incident and emergency situations. Wireless communications could serve as a bridge between two segments of fiber–optic cable that are not connected. * This project supports communications among ITS assets and agencies. However, this project does not contain a physical architecture. |
| Wrong Way Driver Detection System | Future | Short Term | This project will install wrong way detection system for exit ramp locations along corridors. The system could include detection on exit ramps with video verification of the wrong way drivers by TMC operators. Automated notification system to TMC staff of wrong way vehicles will be done for verification of events. There is also the potential to automate the posting advisory messages on upstream DMS to alert for the wrong way vehicles. This project locations have been defined in the ITS Master Plan as the following: IH–10 from New Mexico State Line to US 54; IH–10 from US 54 to SL 375; US 54 from Cesar Chavez Border Highway to New Mexico State Line. |