TIPINS Project Types

Project Type

Explanation

Addition of LanesWidening of an existing roadway by increasing the number of lanes to add additional roadway capacity
Alternative FuelsProvisions of alternative fuel systems on existing or new vehicles
Bike/PedestrianThe construction or modification of a facility designed to accommodate bicycle or pedestrian travel for commuting purposes
Bottleneck RemovalSpot improvements to existing roadway designed to enhance traffic flow
Bus TransitPassenger service provided to the general public along established bus routes
EnhancementNon-traditional transportation-related activities or projects, including landscaping of transportation facilities, preservation of abandoned rail corridors, and rehabilitation of historic transportation structures, among others
Grade SeparationModification to an intersection by separating the cross street movement
HOVConstruction or modification of roadway lanes for the exclusive use of high-occupancy vehicles
InterchangeGrade-separated intersection on a limited access freeway
Intersection ImprovementImprovement to arterial intersections, including turn lanes, striping, and signage
ITSIntelligent transportation systems refers to the range of technologies designed to increase the effectiveness of our surface transportation system and are based on advanced computer and telecommunications technologies
New RoadwayConstruction of a new arterial or freeway
Park & Ride / Rail StationA park & ride is a transit, carpool, and vanpool parking area where people can park their cars and then ride transit or meet carpools or vanpools; a rail station is a mode transfer facility serving rail transit and other modes such as automobiles and pedestrians
Rail TransitPassenger service provided to the general public along established rail routes with fixed schedules
Traffic Signal ImprovementImprovements to traffic signals, including signal timing, hardware upgrade, and equipment replacement
Travel Demand ManagementTravel demand management is a strategy to reduce the demand for drive-alone travel or peak-period travel