Ramp meters are traffic signals that control the entry of vehicles from ramps onto freeways. The ramp meters control the frequency and spacing of merging vehicles to improve overall traffic flow. A ramp meter by-pass lane allows priority users (e.g. buses, carpools or freight) to avoid stopping.
Authorized by the State of Washington’s legislature in 1990 to coordinate transportation planning among jurisdictions and to develop regional transportation plans. RTC is the RTPO for Clark County, Washington.
Movement in a direction opposite the main flow of traffic, such as from the central city to a suburb during the morning peak period.
There are multiple definitions of the term. For the Columbia River Crossing project, Right of Way refers to property owned by or acquired by public agencies solely required for placing the roadway and supporting facilities.