Fig. 136: Implementation Plan

Objectives

y To analyze highway alignment and factors that influence alignment studies. y To prepare orthorectified images and superimpose the final contours of satellite imagery to be used in the alignment design.

Stakeholders involved

State governments, private players (contractors, builders, data and service providers, analysts, public-private partnership participants), citizen communities, and highway authorities. Solution and Implementation

As a first step, a detailed literature search was conducted, and direct staff input was taken on the difficulties they encounter during the highway planning stage. The study team proceeded to identify the major issues, followed by concentrating on the ones directly related to gaps in technology.

Data integration was then adopted for the framework, using a GIS platform to collate and visualize different datasets. Researchers were eventually able to determine the advantages of such a comprehensive platform for maintenance and rehabilitation (M&R), and project planning based on the feedback from state highway agency staff.

Fig. 136: Implementation Plan

Use of Geospatial Technologies

Agency-wide data was integrated using GIS technology to improve operational efficiencies and outcomes. The highway management team further used Geospatial technologies for the following applications and solutions as part of the project:

Traffic Monitoring: GIS proved beneficial in presenting a complete picture of the current traffic conditions because of its ability to combine data feeds and offer dashboard displays. GIS-integrated traffic management helps visually monitor real-time jams and related data to respond swiftly to vehicle problems. These views can also be shared with the public via the internet, providing drivers with the most up-to-date details on road closures and current travel constraints