30.4.1. Variations of Volume

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does AADT stand for?

   Hint

   Think about annual traffic measurements.

2. 2.

   List one method for measuring traffic volume.

   Hint

   Consider devices or techniques used on roads.

3. 3.

   What does AADT measure?

   • A single day traffic volume
   • Annual traffic volume averaged daily
   • Traffic on weekends only

   Hint

   Recall what AADT stands for.

4. 4.

   True or False: Traffic volume is consistent throughout the week.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider traffic behavior patterns.

5. 5.

   Given the AADT of a highway is 20,000 vehicles per year, calculate the average daily traffic. How might this figure change during holiday seasons?

   Hint

   Consider the number of days in a year.

6. 6.

   Design a traffic volume study using a mix of manual counting and sensor techniques. What challenges might you face?

   Hint

   Think about the pros and cons of each method.