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This is a basic reference for practicing transportation professionals involved with the administrative, technical and legal aspects of transportation planning. It is a must for professionals in the governmental, consulting and educational fields working with the planning of the transportation infrastructure. This up-to-date edition includes the latest techniques and describes current programs, such as TEA-21, used by internationally successful transportation professionals. Written by 26 authors, each an expert in his or her field, and reviewed by leading transportation professionals, the handbook describes the current practice in such diverse areas of transportation planning as Transportation and Society; Commodity Flows and Freight Transportation; Urban Travel Characteristics; Transportation Planning Studies; Transportation Models; Planning Approach to Capacity; Environmental and Energy Considerations; Financial and Economic Considerations; Statewide Multimodal Transportation Planning; Intercity Passenger Travel; Urban Transportation Studies; Urban Transit; Parking; Activity Centers; Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities; Traffic Calming; Transportation Terminals; Transportation Operations and Management; and Regulatory and Legal Issues. Edited by John D. Edwards Jr.

ISBN: 0-935403-33-7

Publisher: ITE

Publishing Date: 01/99