APPLICATION OF STATEWIDE FREIGHT DEMAND FORECASTING TECHNIQUES
The objective of the research project was to first assemble a freight demand forecasting technique for immediate application by state DOTs, and then to demonstrate the applicability of the technique through case examples. Attributes sought in the technique included (1) the ability to forecast short-term freight flows and modal shifts between modes, (2) utilization of available data and freight planning methodologies, where applicable and (3) flexibility and adaptability to a wide range of potential issues and problems. The Research Report provides the user with insight into the design and structure of the developed technique, including its strengths and limitations. It demonstrates the relevancy of the technique to the changing character of freight planning needs today brought about in part by changing economic conditions and deregulation. The User's Manual presents an overall process or methodology to be followed by state DOTs in conducting studies involving or requiring freight demand forecasts. The manual shows users how to apply the component sub-techniques to quickly examine problems at the systems, network, and corridor levels for multi-state, state, and sub-state areas. It also demonstrates the usefulness of the technique through three case study examples.
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Authors:
- Memmott, F W
- Publication Date: 1983-9
Media Info
- Features: Appendices; Figures; Photos; References; Tables;
- Pagination: 210 p.
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Serial:
- NCHRP Report
- Issue Number: 260
- Publisher: Transportation Research Board
- ISSN: 0077-5614
Subject/Index Terms
- TRT Terms: Case studies; Demand; Forecasting; Freight transportation; Modal shift; State departments of transportation; Time duration; Transportation planning
- Uncontrolled Terms: Short term
- Subject Areas: Economics; Freight Transportation; Highways; Planning and Forecasting; Society; I10: Economics and Administration;
Filing Info
- Accession Number: 00382211
- Record Type: Publication
- Files: TRIS, TRB, ATRI
- Created Date: Apr 30 1984 12:00AM