Signal Warrants Analysis

Written By Mahmoud Raoufi
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Signal warrants analysis is conducted to determine if a traffic signal is required for controlling traffic operation at an intersection.

This analysis is performed in accordance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and its local variations. Multiple criteria are checked within this analysis, including traffic and pedestrian volume, historical crash data, and proximity to schools and railroads. A signal can then be recommended, with appropriate engineering judgment.

Within the MUTCD, in addition to signals, warrant analyses are also provided for stop or yield signs, as well as for pedestrian hybrid beacons (PHB, also referred to as high-intensity activated crosswalk, HAWK).

Mahmoud Raoufi

Mahmoud is a traffic engineer with 17 years of experience in modeling with a focus on large-scale simulation models, detailed regional models (auto and transit), dynamic traffic assignment (DTA) and dynamic matrix estimation. He is also experienced in computer programming, data analysis and statistical modeling.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahmoudraoufi/
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