ITS Element: NMDOT Ramp Meters

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Description: This element represents ramp metering devices that are owned and operated by NMDOT.
Status: Planned
Stakeholder: NMDOT - New Mexico Department of Transportation
Mapping: Roadway
Other Roadway

Interfaces:

NMDOT Statewide TMC
Service Packages: ATMS04 - Traffic Metering - NMDOT Statewide TMC
Functional Requirements:

Roadway Traffic Metering

  • The field element shall regulate the flow of traffic on ramps, interchanges, and the mainline, under center control.
  • The field element shall monitor operation of ramp, interchange, and mainline meters and report to the center any conflicts between received control plans and current system operation.
  • The field element shall return ramp, interchange, and mainline meter operational status to the controlling center.
  • The field element shall provide indications to the driver that the metering system is active and provide safe transitions between active and inactive status.
  • The field element shall return ramp, interchange, and mainline meter fault data to the maintenance center for repair.

Last updated: 10-10-12