Title: IMPLEMENTATION OF A MEZZO-LEVEL HOV CARPOOL MODEL FOR TEXAS. FINAL REPORT
Abstract:This report presents the results of an evaluation and adaptation of three existing high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane carpool demand estimation models for possible use in Houston and other large Texas ...This report presents the results of an evaluation and adaptation of three existing high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane carpool demand estimation models for possible use in Houston and other large Texas cities. The models evaluated in this study were originally developed for the Washington, D.C. region. These models use trip tables, networks and zone structures that are consistent with the regional travel demand modeling process currently in use in Texas. By implementing the HOV carpool models in a structure that is consistent with the regional travel demand modeling process, it is possible to estimate the carpool demand for an HOV facility and to evaluate the effects of the following changes in HOV lane configuration and operating strategies: (1) Effects of additional and/or alternative access points; (2) Effects of extending an HOV lane; and (3) Effects of changing the definition of eligible HOV carpools. The models have produced promising results in test applications in Houston.Read More
Publication Year: 1989
Publication Date: 1989-11-01
Language: en
Type: article
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