This project explores planning and asset management practices for transportation systems in small urban and rural communities. The study will assess the integration of asset management with transportation planning, prioritizing effective asphalt pavements and resource allocation. Anticipated outcomes include strategies for more effective funding distribution through enhanced asset management practices, tailored to the unique challenges of rural and small urban regions.
Universities Involved
West Virginia University
Principal Investigators
V. Dimitra Pyrialakou
Expected Research Outcomes & Impacts
The study is expected to yield practical planning and asset management frameworks, helping agencies allocate funds for transportation systems that meet community-specific goals.
Subject Areas
Urban Planning, Rural Transportation, Public Policy