{"id":8102,"date":"2025-02-10T16:59:31","date_gmt":"2025-02-10T21:59:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.orangetraffic.com\/2025\/02\/10\/case-study-intervention-plan-for-improving-intersections-in-saint-jerome\/"},"modified":"2025-02-27T10:10:28","modified_gmt":"2025-02-27T15:10:28","slug":"case-study-intervention-plan-for-improving-intersections-in-saint-jerome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.orangetraffic.com\/en_CA\/2025\/02\/10\/case-study-intervention-plan-for-improving-intersections-in-saint-jerome\/","title":{"rendered":"Case Study: Intervention Plan for Improving Intersections in Saint-J\u00e9r\u00f4me"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The city of Saint-J\u00e9r\u00f4me is experiencing sustained growth that is putting its traffic signaling infrastructure under strain. With the expansion of residential and commercial areas, it became essential for the city to regain control of its assets by establishing a clear, accurate, and detailed inventory of its entire traffic light network.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beyond modernization and optimization, the primary objective was to obtain a precise overview of the condition of the equipment to better plan maintenance, replacements, and long-term improvements. This initiative would not only improve traffic flow and safety but also ensure more efficient and sustainable management of signaling infrastructure.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Our Intervention<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>Main Objectives:<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conduct a complete inventory of intersections to assess the condition of existing equipment and identify intervention priorities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Develop a 10-year intervention plan, including detailed budget estimates and technical recommendations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Propose innovative solutions to optimize traffic flow, reduce congestion, and enhance safety.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strengthen connectivity and intelligent coordination through modern equipment.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Project Phases<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>Phase 1: Inventory and Updates<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the fundamental steps of this project was to establish rigorous asset management by conducting a comprehensive inventory of the city&#8217;s signaling infrastructure. This phase ensured a complete and up-to-date view of the equipment to improve intervention planning and priority management.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Updating electrical plans<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Verification and documentation of installations to ensure that each intersection is compliant and properly recorded.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Detailed inventory of each intersection<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Precise listing of traffic lights, control cabinets, controllers, and other equipment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Equipment condition assessment<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Technical analysis of traffic lights, detection, and control systems to identify malfunctions and obsolete equipment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Creation of a maintenance and prioritization table<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Ranking intersections based on intervention urgency, considering their condition and impact on traffic and safety.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks to this first phase, the city of Saint-J\u00e9r\u00f4me now has a centralized and reliable database, allowing it to better anticipate its maintenance and equipment replacement needs while optimizing budgets.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Phase 2: Inspection, Diagnosis, and Traffic Analysis<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This phase aimed to deepen the understanding of the existing infrastructure through field studies and detailed technical analyses.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fieldwork<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Inspection and data collection at 50 intersections.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Analysis of traffic flow and safety conditions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at each intersection.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Evaluation of traffic light coordination<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to detect inconsistencies and optimize cycles.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Data collection on phasing and signal timing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including wait times and traffic impact.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Queue and congestion analysis<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to identify critical areas.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Preliminary risk assessment<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for road users, particularly pedestrians and cyclists.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Verification and update of manual equipment plans<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, especially for intersections lacking documentation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><b>Classification and Prioritization of Interventions<\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each intersection was evaluated and classified based on:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The urgency of necessary interventions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The direct impact on traffic flow and safety.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The remaining lifespan of existing equipment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The efficiency of current configurations: assessment of phasing plans and verification of whether the equipment is optimal for managing current traffic.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This analysis helped identify intersections requiring immediate intervention and those that could benefit from progressive optimization.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Phase 3: Analysis of Strategic Corridors and Recommendations<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The analysis of signaling infrastructure identified specific challenges and allowed for tailored solutions to optimize traffic management, modernize equipment, and improve user safety.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b>Optimization of Phasing and Timing Plans<\/b><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adjusting signal cycles to reduce wait times and improve traffic flow.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Revising intersection priorities based on observed traffic flows.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><b>Traffic Light Coordination<\/b><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Synchronizing signals on strategic corridors to reduce congestion.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Integrating adaptive solutions that adjust coordination in real-time based on traffic conditions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><b>Equipment Modernization and Proactive Management<\/b><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replacing aging infrastructure to ensure optimal operation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standardizing systems to facilitate maintenance and extend equipment lifespan.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deploying remote supervision solutions for real-time monitoring and optimized maintenance.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><b>Safety and Prioritization of Vulnerable and Emergency Users<\/b><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Integrating illuminated signs and dynamic signaling to enhance pedestrian visibility and safety.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Implementing preemption systems to optimize emergency vehicle passage.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><b>Advanced Technologies and Intelligent Traffic Management<\/b><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adopting advanced detection solutions to better account for vehicles and pedestrians.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Utilizing artificial intelligence and data analysis for more efficient network management.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These recommendations form a flexible and evolving roadmap, allowing the city of Saint-J\u00e9r\u00f4me to gradually optimize its signaling network while integrating cutting-edge technologies tailored to urban mobility challenges.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Results and Deliverables<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The in-depth analysis conducted by <\/span><b>Orange Traffic<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> enabled the city of Saint-J\u00e9r\u00f4me to obtain a clear and detailed overview of the state of its signaling network, providing the necessary tools to regain control of its infrastructure and effectively plan short-, medium-, and long-term interventions.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Detailed inventory and equipment updates<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A comprehensive survey of signaling infrastructure at 50 intersections, including the condition of cabinets, lights, wiring, and associated components.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Analysis of priorities and intervention classification<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A weighted analysis of equipment conditions, classifying intersections based on their level of deterioration.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A prioritization of interventions, identifying <\/span><b>10 intersections requiring urgent action<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Identification of replacement and repair needs<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A precise record of defective parts and equipment requiring repair or replacement.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Strategic recommendations for network optimization<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over <\/span><b>60 recommendations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for improving phasing, timing, and signal synchronization, as well as integrating advanced technologies to enhance traffic flow and user safety.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>A comprehensive technical report<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><b>127-page<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> detailed document on the state of the traffic network, including observations, analyses, and strategic recommendations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>50 updated electrical plans<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, ensuring precise and reliable documentation of the city&#8217;s signaling infrastructure.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks to this approach, the city of Saint-J\u00e9r\u00f4me now has a precise and structured management tool, facilitating intervention planning and the continuous improvement of its traffic network.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Like Saint-J\u00e9r\u00f4me, would you like to get a clear and detailed overview of your traffic network to better plan interventions and optimize flow and safety?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our <\/span><b>tailored approach<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> provides you with an <\/span><b>accurate asset inventory<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, an <\/span><b>in-depth analysis of intervention priorities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><b>strategic recommendations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> suited to your reality.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\udcde <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.orangetraffic.com\/en_CA\/contact-us\/\"><b>Contact us today<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for a <\/span><b>comprehensive evaluation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of 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With the expansion of residential and commercial areas, it became essential for the city to regain control of its assets by establishing a clear, accurate, and detailed inventory of its entire traffic light network. 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