Traffic Study About the Intersection at Daproza St.
Pendatun Ave. City Hall Drive
A case study submitted to
Engr. Clyde Shene F. Barri
As partial requirement for PCE 313: Highway and Railroad Engineering
Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Colleges
BS in Civil Engineering Major in Structural Engineering
Group Members:
Abregana, Tommy Jr., J.
Casumpang, Klea Kristine L.
Coronado, Sheryl Mae E.
Emejas, Ruffa Mae T.
Funa, Steffany C.
Garnica, Steven Denz A.
Julkipli, Aiman S.
Paderanga, Pia Mekina V.
Palgan, Al Jayson T.
Sangacena, Mayvrick S.
Abstract
Traffic counting at the Intersection at Daproza St. Pendatun Ave. City Hall Drive is a
crucial task that helps city planners and transportation engineers understand the flow of vehicles
through this busy intersection. By gathering data on the number and types of vehicles passing
through the intersection at different times of day, officials can identify patterns and trends that may
indicate the need for changes to the road network or traffic signals. This data is also used to inform
decision-making related to infrastructure investments, public transportation routes, and traffic
management strategies. By carefully analyzing traffic counts, city planners can make informed
decisions about how to improve the efficiency and safety of the intersection for all road users,
including drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists. Overall, traffic counting at the City Hall intersection
plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of this important transportation
hub in General Santos City.
The results of traffic counting at the Intersection at Daproza St. Pendatun Ave. City Hall Drive
have significant implications for the city and its residents. By understanding the patterns and trends
in traffic flow, city officials can identify bottlenecks and congestion points, and take steps to
improve the efficiency and safety of the transportation network. This benefits not only drivers and
passengers, but also pedestrians and other road users, as well as the local economy and
environment.
Keywords: Traffic counting, Traffic Analysis, Transportation
I. Introduction
General Santos City is a major urban center located in the southern Philippines. It is the
regional center of the Soccsksargen region, and is home to a population of more than half a million
people. Like many large cities, General Santos City experiences significant traffic congestion,
particularly during peak hours. This can have a range of negative impacts, including increased
travel times, fuel consumption, and air pollution, as well as decreased safety and quality of life for
residents.
The Intersection at Daproza St. Pendatun Ave. City Hall Drive is a key transportation hub in the
city, located at the intersection of several major thoroughfares. It serves as a gateway to the
downtown area, and is a major transit point for both vehicular and pedestrian traffic. The
intersection is surrounded by densely populated neighborhoods and commercial districts, and is a
vital link in the city's transportation network.
To address these issues and improve traffic flow at Intersection at Daproza St. Pendatun Ave. City
Hall Drive, a variety of solutions may be considered. These may include infrastructure
improvements, such as the construction of additional lanes or the implementation of traffic signals
and other control measures. Other strategies may include the promotion of alternative modes of
transportation, such as walking, biking, or using public transit, as well as educational campaigns
to encourage safe and responsible behavior on the roads. It may also be necessary to address the
underlying causes of congestion, such as the lack of adequate public transportation and the
inadequate infrastructure.
There is a significant body of literature on the topic of traffic counting and analysis. Some of the
key studies and findings in this area include:
In the study "Evaluation of Manual Traffic Counts for Use in Traffic Forecasting," published in
the Transportation Research Record in 2002, K. M. Hallenbeck evaluated the accuracy and
reliability of manual traffic counts for use in traffic forecasting. The study found that manual traffic
counts can be an effective tool for traffic forecasting when they are conducted correctly. However,
the accuracy of manual counts can be influenced by a number of factors, including the experience
and training of the count personnel, the duration of the count period, and the location and visibility
of the counting site. The study also found that manual counts can provide valuable data on a wide
range of factors, including vehicle type, speed, and travel time, and can be an effective complement
to automated counting systems.
In the article "Manual Traffic Counts in the 21st Century," published in the Journal of
Transportation Engineering in 2006, the authors argue that manual traffic counts remain an
important tool for transportation planning and management, despite the availability of automated
counting technologies. They discuss the advantages of manual counts, including their ability to
provide detailed data on a wide range of factors such as vehicle type, speed, and travel time, and
their ability to be conducted in a variety of locations and under a range of conditions. The authors
also discuss the challenges of conducting manual counts, including the need for trained and
experienced personnel, and the importance of following established protocols and procedures.
Overall, the authors conclude that manual counts can provide valuable data that can be used to
improve transportation networks and that they can be an effective complement to automated
counting systems.
The article "A Comparison of Automatic and Manual Traffic Counts" by S. E. Polak and J. R.
Everett, compares the results of automatic and manual traffic counts. The authors conducted a
study in which manual counts were carried out by trained and experienced personnel at four
locations in the United States, and the results were compared to those from automatic counters.
The authors found that manual counts provided accurate and reliable data, and that the results were
similar to those obtained using automatic counters. However, the authors also noted that manual
counts are more time-consuming and costly than automatic counts, and that they may be less
practical in some situations. Overall, the authors concluded that manual counts can be an effective
complement to automatic counting systems, and can provide valuable data on a wide range of
factors, including vehicle type, speed, and travel time.
II. Objectives
The objectives of a case study on traffic counting at the City Hall intersection in General Santos
City may vary depending on the specific focus and goals of the study. Some possible objectives
for such a case study could include:
To understand the current traffic patterns and trends at Intersection at Daproza St.
Pendatun Ave. City Hall Drive, including the volume and type of vehicles, the time
of day and week, and the weather conditions.
To identify the factors that contribute to congestion and other traffic problems at
the intersection, and to assess the impacts of these problems on the local community
and economy.
To develop and evaluate potential solutions for improving traffic flow and reducing
congestion at the intersection, including infrastructure improvements, traffic
management strategies, and public education campaigns.
To assess the effectiveness of these solutions in addressing the traffic problems at
the intersection, and to identify opportunities for further improvement.
To provide recommendations for addressing traffic problems at Intersection at
Daproza St. Pendatun Ave. City Hall Drive and other locations in General Santos
City, based on the findings of the case study.
Overall, the objectives of a case study on traffic counting at Intersection at Daproza St. Pendatun
Ave. City Hall Drive would be to better understand the nature and causes of traffic problems in
this area, and to identify and implement effective solutions to improve the efficiency and safety of
the transportation network.
III. Results
The main research problem in this case study is understanding the flow of vehicles through
the Intersection at Daproza St. Pendatun Ave. City Hall Drive and how this data can be used to
inform decision-making related to transportation infrastructure and traffic management. The aim
of traffic counting is to gather data on the number and types of vehicles passing through the
intersection at different times of day, and to use this data to identify patterns and trends that may
indicate the need for changes to the road network or traffic signals. The results of this analysis
have significant implications for the city and its residents, as they can be used to improve the
efficiency and safety of the transportation network for all road users.
FIG.1: map of Daproza St. Pendatun Ave. City Hall Drive intersection
Manual Traffic Counting Method
We performed manual counting to observe and record the number and types of vehicles passing
through the Intersection at Daproza St. Pendatun Ave. City Hall Drive, at a certain given time; all
the information and results are recorded in our traffic count forms, totaling of 8 forms per location
(2 forms/2hours), and conducting the manual counting for two days at 9:00-11:00 and 17:00-19:00
each day on November 25 and 26, 2022
The following tables are the types and number of vehicles passing through a certain location:
LOCATION 1: PENDATUN AVENUE
TYPE OF 9:00-11:00 17:00 -19:00 9:00-11:00 17:00 -19:00
VEHICLE NOV.25 NOV.25 NOV.26 NOV.26
609 250 687 271
196 112 232 98
186 67 180 86
68 20 49 36
14 6 6 3
15 0 9 3
0 0 0
3
20 4 20 2
0 0 6
0
0 1 0
1
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
LOCATION 2: PENDATUN AVENUE
TYPE OF 9:00-11:00 17:00 -19:00 9:00-11:00 17:00 -19:00
VEHICLE NOV.25 NOV.25 NOV.26 NOV.26
515 571 352
469
168 187 274 157
192 178 198 165
52 52 117 34
15 9 7 7
0 0 3 8
0 0 0 5
3 3 2 4
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
LOCATION 3:PRES. SERGIO OSMEÑA AVENUE
TYPE OF 9:00-11:00 17:00 -19:00 9:00-11:00 17:00 -19:00
VEHICLE NOV.25 NOV.25 NOV.26 NOV.26
584 451 539 222
190 162 183 240
158 130 149 231
3 27 2 4
3 9 2 6
2 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
3 3 1 3
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
LOCATION 4:PRES. SERGIO OSMEÑA AVENUE
TYPE OF 9:00-11:00 17:00 -19:00 9:00-11:00 17:00 -19:00
VEHICLE NOV.25 NOV.25 NOV.26 NOV.26
545 458 686 650
104 155 206 171
144 136 189 178
50 38 63 59
5 4 2 3
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
3 4 2 3
0 0 0 0
1 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
LOCATION 5: PENDATUN AVENUE
TYPE OF 9:00-11:00 17:00 -19:00 9:00-11:00 17:00 -19:00
VEHICLE NOV.25 NOV.25 NOV.26 NOV.26
640 284 634 321
248 108 161 210
206 62 89 147
62 31 54 38
2 8 13 12
9 8 12 5
0 0 0 1
9 5 6 4
2 0 1 0
0 0 1 0
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
LOCATION 6: PENDATUN AVENUE
TYPE OF 9:00-11:00 17:00 -19:00 9:00-11:00 17:00 -19:00
VEHICLE NOV.25 NOV.25 NOV.26 NOV.26
358 358 435 392
98 121 98 123
103 111 97 93
6 8 10 3
0 0 3 10
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
1 0 0 0
0 0 2 0
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
LOCATION 7:PRES. SERGIO OSMEÑA AVENUE
TYPE OF 9:00-11:00 17:00 -19:00 9:00-11:00 17:00 -19:00
VEHICLE NOV.25 NOV.25 NOV.26 NOV.26
713 672 600 577
127 169 153 47
137 106 87 89
23 28 18 33
9 6 3 3
2 1 1 4
0 0 0 0
0 8 4 4
0 0 1 0
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
LOCATION 8:PRES. SERGIO OSMEÑA AVENUE
TYPE OF 9:00-11:00 17:00 -19:00 9:00-11:00 17:00 -19:00
VEHICLE NOV.25 NOV.25 NOV.26 NOV.26
445 337 384 401
150 148 124 108
80 65 97 87
13 3 49 12
6 0 4 3
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0 0
TOTAL AVERAGE OF PCU
600
500
400
300
200
100
0
9:00-11:00(11-25-22) 17:00-19:00(11-25-22) 9:00-11:00(11-26-22) 17:00-19:00(11-26-22)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
FIG.2: Chart of the total average PCU; the bars represent the type of vehicle.
IV. Conclusion
Based on the observation at the intersection,and the manual counting results, the following
conclusions were made:
Based on the analysis of traffic data collected on the Intersection at Daproza St.
Pendatun Ave. City Hall Drive, it was found that tricycles have the highest volume of
any vehicle type on the road and account for a significant proportion of the total traffic.
This indicates that tricycles pass through any lanes of the intersection frequently and
have the most recorded number of any vehicle type. And the most passed through by a
tricycle is the Location 7: Pres. Sergio Osmeña Avenue.
The analysis of traffic data at the City Hall intersection in General Santos City shows
that the volume of vehicles passing through the intersection is affected by the weather,
with higher volumes observed during the first hour of our traffic counting and lower
volumes observed during the next hour. Specifically, higher volumes were observed
between 9 am and 10 am and between 5 pm and 6 pm, while lower volumes were
observed at 10 am to 11 am, and between 6pm to 7pm.
Lack of traffic infrastructure, such as traffic lights, and the absence of traffic enforcers
at the intersection have contributed to traffic collisions and potential accidents due to a
lack of regulation and guidance for vehicles passing through the intersection.
Lack of proper places for vehicles to load and unload passengers at the intersection,
combined with the absence of adequate signages has contributed to a high number of
parked or illegally stopped vehicles, causing issues with traffic flow and safety.
V. Recommendation
The following are the potential solutions that we recommend and concluded to be
best and efficient for the Intersection at Daproza St. Pendatun Ave. City Hall Drive:
To improve traffic flow and safety for tricycles, we recommend
implementing dedicated tricycle lanes at the intersection. This could involve
modifying the layout of the intersection or providing separate infrastructure
for tricycles.
To address the issues with traffic regulation and guidance at the intersection,
we recommend installing traffic lights and/or deploying traffic enforcers to
manage traffic flow and reduce the risk of collisions.
To reduce the number of parked or illegally stopped vehicles at the
intersection, we recommend providing dedicated areas for vehicles to load
and unload passengers. This could involve adding curbside pick-up and
drop-off areas or establishing a dedicated parking area for loading and
unloading.
To improve safety and traffic flow at the intersection, we recommend
installing signages to provide guidance and direction for road users. This
could include directional signs, warning signs, or other types of signs as
needed.
VI. References
1. Hallenbeck, K. M. (2002). Evaluation of manual traffic counts for use in traffic
forecasting. Transportation Research Record, (1812), 95-101.
2. Shaheen, S. M., & Laidlaw, M. E. (2006). Manual traffic counts in the 21st
century. Journal of Transportation Engineering, 132(4), 319-326.
3. Polak, S. E., & Everett, J. R. (2003). A Comparison of Automatic and Manual
Traffic Counts. Transportation Research Record, (1828), 71-78.
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