Detailed description of project

The objective of the study was to build a reliable traffic model for Beirut’s Central District based on data collection and field surveys (traffic counts, OD, road characteristics, etc.). The model was calibrated using the EMME/2 tool; several tests were performed to analyze the impacts of development options on infrastructure or traffic regulation. A base case growth scenario was proposed for the demand, and forecasts for 2010 and 2020 were performed accordingly.

Based on the results, options for road development, traffic regulation, parking policy and modal split were analyzed.

Services provided

• Organization and follow-up of the site survey, results analysis and creation of data base.
• Field survey for road characteristics, calibration of traffic model and reference case.
• Traffic forecast according to base case scenario and sensitivity tests.
• Comparison of options for the Transport Master Plan.