Ramp Metering: A Proven, Effective Strategy

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U.S. Department of Transportation
Federal Highway Administration
Office of Operations
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
Washington, DC 20590
www.ops.fhwa.dot.gov

Publication #: FHWA-HOP-14-021

September 2014

Table of Contents

What is Ramp Metering?

Ramp Metering in the Top U.S. Metropolitan Areas

Benefits of Ramp Metering

Keys for Successful Deployment, Operation, and Expansion

Feasibility Studies & Benefit/Cost Analysis

Common Challenges

Gain Public/Agency Support

Identify Cost & Secure Funding Sources

Manage Queues & Delays

Understand Traffic Conditions

Performance Measurement & Reporting

Thinking About Expansion?

Going Above and Beyond

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