MoDOT's TSMO program helps get people safely to where they want to go!

TSMO strategies help to improve roadways by directly addressing many of the root causes of recurring and non-recurring congestion. These strategies range from projects and tools, to policies and procedures, to organizational structure.

TSMO Success Stories:

The innovative culture at MoDOT has allowed for the successful implementation of many TSMO strategies. Here, we will spotlight TSMO success stories.

TSMO Success Story #8 - Signal Coordination: Signal coordination is the process of managing traffic at a signalized intersection, or a set of intersections. However, there's more to it than just figuring out how long a light should remain green in conjunction with other lights - managing access to the right-of-way also plays an important role. 

In this video, MoDOT Traffic Operations Engineer Joseph Turner talks about what it takes to successfully coordinate a series of signals, specifically those on the Belt Highway in St. Joseph, Missouri. And Northwest District Engineer Marty Liles talks about why signal coordination is a successful TSMO strategy.

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Benefits of TSMO:

• Improving safety by alleviating causes of congestion, alerting travelers and clearing incidents quickly through effective traffic incident management.
• Providing impactful solutions at a low cost by using resources wisely. Improving transportation on existing infrastructure and planning for maximum efficiency in future infrastructure.
• Improving reliability and mobility of the transportation system. By operating a reliable transportation system goods are able to move smoothly, advancing economic development.

Examples of TSMO Strategies:

• Signal Timing
• Traffic Incident Management
• Smart Work Zones
• Ramp Metering
• Real-Time Traveler Information