Caltrans Transportation Management Centers (TMCs) are tasked with the management of the statewide transportation system to reduce congestion and provide for the safe movement of people, goods, and information. They must work with neighboring TMCs to ensure the continued efficient operation of that system, and coordinate to manage largerāscale incidents and regional emergencies. This report focuses on coordination in metropolitan areas of California and summarizes the methods utilized for coordination statewide through interviews with operations managers from eight Caltrans TMCs. It identifies the major tools utilized in TMC traffic management, specific examples of TMC coordination, and potential areas for improvement in coordination including methods of sharing collected data between districts.
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