Route optimization is a method of creating a set of winter highway treatment routes to meet a range of targets, including service level improvements, resource reallocation and changes to overriding constraints. These routes will allow the operator clear the pavement in a timely and efficient manner, reducing wastage and utilizing resources to their best effect.

Thermal Mapping surveys were carried out on approximately 1000 miles of the Colorado Department of Transportations (CDOTs) roads. The purpose of these surveys was to identify road surface variations across the network to determine whether forecast Thermal Maps or the data from the surveys would be useful to decision-makers in the CDOT regions.

Adaptive signal control uses real-time data collected by system detectors to optimize signal timing for each intersection in the corridor. The use of real-time data means that signal timing along the corridor changes to accommodate the traffic patterns at any given time of the day. Test systems were set up in Greeley and Woodland Park, Colorado.

The goal of this project is to investigate the hydraulic efficiencies of Type 13 (bar inlets), Type 16 (vane inlets), and Type R (curb-opening inlets) for street and roadway drainage. Although these inlets have been widely used in many metropolitan areas, the design empirical formulas and coefficients have not been verified.

The goal of this research project is to evaluate the performance of the crumb rubber test sections compared with the conventional control section and depending on performance, develop Colorado-specific materials and construction specifications for ground tire modified asphalt pavements. Also, the research project aims to develop guidelines and best management practices for the construction of ground tire modified asphalt pavements. Transverse cracking...

This study examined the performance of concrete mixtures designed to increase cracking resistance for Colorado bridge decks. The current CDOT Class H and HT concrete mixtures and nine other mixtures were investigated to aid in the development of a more crack resistant concrete specification.

Following a rigid set of testing protocols, data is being collected on highway traffic noise characteristics along with safety and durability aspects of the associated pavements. The overall goal of this research project is to develop and execute a comprehensive, long-term study to determine if a particular pavement surface type and/or texture can be successfully used in Colorado to help satisfy FHWA noise mitigation requirements.

Traffic noise abatement in mountain corridors can be difficult because traditional roadside barriers may be ineffective due to topography or may not fit the setting. This study examined current best practices from around the world to gather concepts for mitigating traffic noise in mountain corridors in Colorado. A literature review of prospective noise abatement actions found that noise barriers are the most effective direct noise abatement measure,...