VDOT Accepts Richmond STC Central System

Richmond, VA -- Open Roads Consulting Incorporated (Open Roads) and Kimley-Horn & Associates (KHA) received final acceptance from the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) for the central system software deployed at the Richmond/Tri-Cities STC. The system has been operating around-the-clock since March 2001 with core functionality and since August 2001 with full functionality. To quote one observer, "This certainly represents a mark in the win column for VDOT and for Virginia!"

A key project goal was to deploy as soon as possible, allowing VDOT employees to manage traffic during the 18-month reconstruction of the James River Bridge on I-95. This was successfully accomplished with a phased development, integration and deployment approach. Two (2) significant results were achieved. First, VDOT’s participation throughout the effort resulted in a system that fits their specific needs. Secondly, open architecture development and incremental delivery of the system allowed VDOT to deploy the critical functionality, while development continued on those functional areas less important to their immediate needs. The STC was fully operational within 12 months – six (6) months ahead of final system acceptance.

This system provides a GIS-based user interface with interactive icons representing each field device, and software for Variable Message Signs, CCTV cameras, Highway Advisory Radio, Incident Detection and Management, Condition Monitoring, Equipment Preventive Maintenance, Work Zone Management, and Schedules.

Open Roads is a Woman Business Enterprise specializing in the design and development of sophisticated software systems for Intelligent Transportation Systems.

Kimley-Horn is a full-service, nationwide consulting firm, offering comprehensive engineering services including Intelligent Transportation System design.