Geographic information systems (GIS) were used to select a transit route for a small town, Deming, New Mexico, that decided to add transit as an alternative mode of transportation for its residents. Because of the diverse population, an identified transit route had to meet the needs of a regularly scheduled fixed route system, as well as aspects of a demand-responsive system. New Mexico State University undertook a GIS aided study to identify transit route options for local elected officials and the New Mexico Department of Transportation. Map addition, a GIS technique, was used as a tool to combine data layers and identify the transit dependent population of the city. This was matched with origin and destination data to identify specific route options. The result of the GIS process was the specification of a two-stage preferred set of routes. In addition, the study also reported an operating schedule, a recommended transit vehicle, and a recommended management structure. (Author/publisher) For the covering entry of this conference, please see ITRD abstract no. E213531.
Samenvatting