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L02 Transportation Systems and Organization

The document summarizes the key components and stakeholders involved in transportation systems. It discusses how transportation systems have evolved over time to include a network of interconnected modes. The systems require interaction between users, operators, and the environment. Transportation decisions made by various stakeholders have shaped the systems currently in place. Modes complement each other to form an integrated system that reflects economic and transportation conditions.

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L02 Transportation Systems and Organization

The document summarizes the key components and stakeholders involved in transportation systems. It discusses how transportation systems have evolved over time to include a network of interconnected modes. The systems require interaction between users, operators, and the environment. Transportation decisions made by various stakeholders have shaped the systems currently in place. Modes complement each other to form an integrated system that reflects economic and transportation conditions.

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• The transportation System in a developed nation consists

of a network of modes that have evolved over many


years. The system consists of vehicles, guideways, terminal
facilities, and control systems; these operates according
to established procedures and schedules in the air, on
land and on water.

• The system also requires interaction with the user, operator


and the environment.
• The systems that are in place reflect the multitude of
decisions made by shippers, carriers, government,
individual travelers, and affected nonusers concerning the
investment in or the use of transportation.

• The transportation system that has evolved has produced


a variety of modes that complement each other.
EXAMPLE: Selecting a Transportation Mode

An individual is planning to take a trip between the


downtown area of two cities, A and B, which are 400km apart.
The 3 options available:

Travel by air: This trip will involve driving to the airport


near city A, parking, waiting at the terminal, flying to airport B,
walking to taxi stand, and taking a taxi to the destination.
EXAMPLE: Selecting a Transportation Mode

Travel by Auto: This trip will involve driving 400km through


several congested areas, parking in the downtown area, and
walking to the destination.

Travel by rail: This trip will involve taking a cab to the railroad
station in city A, direct railroad connection to the downtown
area in city B, and short walk to the destination.
Traveller is willing to pay up to 25 per hours travel.

After examining all direct cost


by air = 250 with total of 5 hrs travel
by land = 200 with total of 8 hrs travel
by rail : 150 with up to 12 hrs travel
SOLUTION:

BY AIR = 250 + 25(5) = 375


BY LAND = 200 + 25 (8) = 400
BY RAIL = 150 + 25(12) = 450

Therefore, the air reflects the lowest cost and is the selected
mode. However, the traveler may have other reasons to
select another alternative
Some consideration:

SAFETY= while all modes are safe but which is safer? Traveling
by rail may be preferred because of concerns regarding air
safety issues.

RELIABILITY = The traveler may select the mode that will


provide the highest probability of an on-time arrival.

CONVENIENCE= The number of departures and arrivals


provided by each mode could be a factor.
TWO FACTORS THAT ACT ON EACH OTHER CAUSING THE
EXISTENCE OF TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM

➢ the state of the economy, which produces demand of the transportation

➢ extent and quality of the system that is currently in place, which constitute
the supply of transportation facilities and services.
• FRIEGHT AND PASSENGER TRAFFIC

• PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

• HIGHWAY TRANSPORTATION
• FRIEGHT AND PASSENGER TRAFFIC
The principal modes of intercity freight transportation are highways,
railroads, water and pipelines.

FOUR PRINCIPAL CARRIES FOR FREIGHT MOVEMENT


A. rail
B. truck
C. pipeline
D. water
• PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
TRANSIT MODES
A. MASS TRANSIT - characterized by fixed route, published
schedules, designated networks and specified stops. Mass transit
vehicles include buses, light rail or rapid transit that either share space
in mixed traffic.

B. PARATRANSIT - is characterized by flexible and personalized


intended to replace conventional fixed route, fixed schedule mass-
transitlines. Example: Jeepney, Taxi, Car rental
• PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

TRANSIT MODES

C. RIDESHARING - is characterized by two or more


persons travelling together by arrangement. Examples are
carpool, vanpool or shared ride taxi like grab car sharing.
• PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

TRANSIT CAPACITIES AND LEVEL OF SERVICE


Capacity of Urban Transportation Modes
Mode Capacity (veh/hr)
Automobiles of freeway 2000 - 2200
Buses in mixed traffic 60 - 120
Bus rapid transit 150 - 300 (single articulated)
Light rail in mixed traffic 15 - 30
Light rait transit 30 - 60 (single or multiple cars)
Heavy rail transit 20 - 30 ( 10 car trains)
• PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

THE ROLES AND FUTURE OF TRANSPORTATION

➢ Public transport is an important element of the total transportation service


provided within the large and small metropolitan areas.

➢ A major advantage of public transportation is that it provide high-capacity,


energy-efficient movement in densely traveled corridors.

➢ It also serves medium and low-density areas by offering an option for auto
owners who do not wish to drive and an essential service to those without
access to automobiles.
THE ROLES AND FUTURE OF TRANSPORTATION

FACTORS FOR BAD TRANSIT


• Growth of suburbs
• Industry and Employment moving from the central city
• Increased suburb-to-suburbs commuting
• Migration of Population to the south and west
• Loss of population in “frost belt "cities
• Growth of private vehicle ownership
• Increased diversity in vehicle type such as SUVs
• High cost per mile to construct fixed rail transit lines
• High Labor Cost
THE ROLES AND FUTURE OF TRANSPORTATION

FACTORS FOR GOOD TRANSIT


• Emphasis by the government on air quality
• Higher price of gasoline
• Depletion of Energy resources
• Trends toward higher density-living
• legislation to encourage “livable cities "and “smart growth”
• Location of mega-centers in suburbs
• Need for airport access and circulation within airports
• Increased numbers of seniors who cannot choose or choose not to drive
THE ROLES AND FUTURE OF TRANSPORTATION

FACTORS NEUTRAL FOR TRANSIT


• Increases in telecommuting may require less travel to a work site
• Internet shopping and e-commerce could reduce shopping trips
• Changes in work schedules to accommodate childcare could increase trip
chaining
• Staggering work hours, flexi-time, and four-day work weeks reduce peak hour
congestion
• Aging population, most of whom are not transit users, may continue to drive
• Increased popularity in walking and biking could be a substitute for transit riding
THE FUTURE OF TRANSPORTATION

➢ The future of public transportation appears to be one of the


stability and modest growth.
➢Political leadership and citizenry generally agree that transit is
essential to the quality of life and is a means to reduce traffic
congestion
➢A significant proportion of the population rely on transit because
they do not have access to automobile.
• HIGHWAY TRANSPORTATION

➢ the dominant mode in passenger travel and one of the


principal freight modes.
➢Although the total number of roadway miles has not increased
greatly, the quality of roadway surfaces and their capacity has
improved due to increased investment in maintenance and
construction. (through Highway Projects)
The Highway Project Development Process
(WISCOSIN DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION SIX-STEP IN PROJECT DEVELOPMENT)

D.
A. B. C. E. Prepare
Develop F. Construct
Select Investigates Obtain Final for
Project the Project
Project Alternates Approval Construction
Design
• PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION COMPANIES
• REGULATORY ANGENCIES
• FEDERAL AGENCIES
• LOCAL AGENCIES AND AUTHORITIES
• TRADE AND ASSOCIATION
• PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES
• USERS OF TRANSPORT SERVICES
• PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION COMPANIES
➢ available for hire to transport people and goods

• REGULATORY AGENCY
➢ monitor that the behavior of transportation companies in areas such as
pricing of services and safety; (LTFRB)

• FEDERAL AGENCY
➢ such as the Department of Transportation and the Department of commerce,
which, as part of the executive branch, are responsible for carrying out
legislation dealing with transportation at a national level.
➢ DOTR
• STATE AND LOCAL AGENCIES AND AUTHORITIES
• responsible for the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of
transportation facilities such as roads and airports

• TRADE ASSOCIATION
➢ each of which represents the interests of a particular transportation activity,
such as railroads or intercity buses, and which serve these groups by furnishing
data and information, by representing them at congressional hearings, and
furnishing a means of discussing mutual concerns: Example : AASHTO,
ITE(Institute of Transportation Engineers) TRB (Transportation Research Board)
• PROFESSIONAL SOCIETES

➢ composed of individuals who may be employed by any of the transportation


organizations but who have a common professional bond and benefit from
meeting with colleagues at national conventions or in specialized committees
to share the results of their work, learn about the experience of others, and
advance the profession through specialized committee activities.

➢ Example : AASHTO, ITE(Institute of Transportation Engineers) TRB


(Transportation Research Board)
• ORGANIZATIONS OF TRANSPORT USERS

➢ they wish to influence the legislative process and furnish its members with the
useful travel information
➢ Example: Drivers Association

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