Publications TitleReport NumberAuthor(s)DateDevelopment of a Traffic Signal Operations Handbook0-5629-1J.A. Bonneson, M.P. Pratt, K.H. ZimmermanAugust 2009Incorporating Safety into the Highway Design Process0-4703-SJ.A. Bonneson, K. Fitzpatrick, D. Lord, K.H. ZimmermanOctober 2009Procedure for Using Accident Modification Factors in the Highway Design Process0-4703-P5J.A. Bonneson, K.H. ZimmermanFebruary 2007Development of Tools for Evaluating the Safety Implications of Highway Design Decisions0-4703-4J.A. Bonneson, D. Lord, K.H. Zimmerman, K. Fitzpatrick, M.P. PrattFebruary 2007Criteria for High Design Speed Facilities0-5544-1K. Fitzpatrick, K.H. Zimmerman, R.P. Bligh, S.T. Chrysler, B.C. BlaschkeMarch 2007Interim Roadway Safety Design Workbook0-4703-P4J.A. Bonneson, K.H. Zimmerman, Kay FitzpatrickApril 2006Development of High Speed Roadway Design Criteria and Evaluation of Roadside Safety Features0-5544-SK. Fitzpatrick, K.H. Zimmerman, R.P. Bligh, S.T. Chrysler, B.C. BlaschkeOctober 2006Red-Light-Running Handbook Workshop Series: Year 2 Summary Report5-4196-01-2J.A. Bonneson, K.H. Zimmerman, M.P. PrattOctober 2006Identifying and Treating Locations with a Red-Light-Running Problem0-4196-SJ.A. Bonneson, K.H. ZimmermanApril 2005In-Service Evaluation of a Detection-Control System for High-Speed Signalized Intersections5-4022-01-1K.H. Zimmerman, J.A. BonnesonAugust 2005Designing Optimal and Robust Traffic Responsive Plan Selection Control0-4421-SM.M. Abbas, N.A. Chaudhary, G. Pesti, A. SharmaJune 2005Guidelines for Determination of Optimal Traffic Responsive Plan Selection Control Parameters0-4421-2M.M. Abbas, N.A. Chaudhary, G. Pesti, A. SharmaMarch 2005Roadway Safety Design Synthesis0-4703-P1J.A. Bonneson, K.H. Zimmerman, K. FitzpatrickNovember 2005Red-Light Running Handbook Workshop Series: Year 1 Summary Report5-4196-01-1J.A. Bonneson, K.H. Zimmerman, M.P. PrattSeptember 2005Methodology for Determination of Optimal Traffic Responsive Plan Selection Control Parameters0-4421-1M.M. Abbas, N.A. Chaudhary, A. Sharma, S.P. Venglar, R.J. EngelbrechtFebruary 2004Development of Advance Warning Systems for End-of-Green Phase at High Speed Traffic Signals0-4260-4C.J. Messer, S.R. Sunkari, R.T. Parker, H.A. ChararaJanuary 2004New Detection System for Rural Signalized Intersections0-4022-SJ.A. Bonneson, D.R. Middleton, K.H. Zimmerman, H.A. Charara, M.M. AbbasMarch 2004Red-Light-Running Handbook: An Engineer's Guide to Reducing Red-Light-Related Crashes0-4196-P1J.A. Bonneson, K.H. ZimmermanSeptember 2004Development of Guidelines for Identifying and Treating Locations with a Red-Light-Running Problem0-4196-2J.A. Bonneson, K.H. ZimmermanSeptember 2004Recommended Ramp Design Procedures for Facilities without Frontage Roads0-4538-3J.A. Bonneson, K.H. Zimmerman, C.J. Messer, M.D. WooldridgeSeptember 2004Development of Ramp Design Procedures for Facilities without Frontage Roads0-4538-2J.A. Bonneson, K.H. Zimmerman, C.J. Messer, D. Lord, M.D. WooldridgeSeptember 2004Advance Warning for End-of-Green Phase to Reduce Red-Light-Running0-4260-SC.J. Messer, S.R. Sunkari, H.A. Charara, R.T. ParkerSeptember 2004Ramp Metering Algorithms and Approaches for Texas0-4629-1N.A. Chaudhary, Z. Tian, C.J. Messer, C. ChuSeptember 2004Signal Technician's Installation and Maintenance Manual for Advance Warning of End-of-Green Phase at High Speed Traffic Signals0-4260-3S.R. Sunkari, C.J. Messer, R.T. Parker, H.A. ChararaDecember 2003Design and Installation Guidelines for Advance Warning Systems for End-of-Green Phase at High Speed Traffic Signals0-4260-2C.J. Messer, S.R. Sunkari, H.A. ChararaDecember 2003Guidelines to Reduce Red-Light-Running0-4027-SJ.A. Bonneson, K.H. Zimmerman, M.A. BrewerOctober 2003Review and Evaluation of Enforcement Issues and Safety Statistics Related to Red-Light-Running0-4196-1J.A. Bonneson, K.H. Zimmerman, C.A. QuirogaSeptember 2003Review and Evaluation of Interchange Ramp Design Considerations for Facilities Without Frontage Roads0-4538-1J.A. Bonneson, K.H. Zimmerman, M.S. JacobsonSeptember 2003Engineering Countermeasures to Reduce Red-Light-Running0-4027-2J.A. Bonneson, K.H. Zimmerman, M.A. BrewerAugust 2002Intelligent Detection-Control System for Rural Signalized Intersections0-4022-2J.A. Bonneson, D.R. Middleton, K.H. Zimmerman, H.A. Charara, M.M. AbbasAugust 2002Super 2 Highways: Two-Lane Rural Highways with Passing Lanes0-4064-SM.D. Wooldridge, C.J. Messer, D.S. Heard, S. Raghupathy, A.H. Parham, M.A. Brewer, S. LeeFebruary 2002Designing Freeway On-Ramps for Metering0-2121-SN.A. Chaudhary, C.J. MesserJanuary 2001Design Guidelines for Passing Lanes on Two-Lane Roadways (Super 2)0-4064-1M.D. Wooldridge, C.J. Messer, D.S. Heard, S. Raghupathy, A.H. Parham, M.A. Brewer, S. LeeSeptember 2001Development and Evaluation of a Detection-Control System for Rural Intersections0-4022-1J.A. Bonneson, D.R. Middleton, K.H. Zimmerman, H.A. Charara, M.M. AbbasSeptember 2001Review and Evaluation of Factors That Affect the Frequency of Red-Light-Running0-4027-1J.A. Bonneson, M.A. Brewer, K.H. ZimmermanSeptember 2001Flow Signals Aid Traffic in Houston1295-SC.J. MesserJuly 2000Ramp Metering Technology and Practice: Tasks 1 and 2 Summary0-2121-1N.A. Chaudhary, C.J. MesserMay 2000Design Criteria for Ramp Metering: Appendix to TxDOT Roadway Design Manual0-2121-3N.A. Chaudhary, C.J. MesserNovember 2000Ramp-Metering Design and Operations Guidelines for Texas0-2121-2N.A. Chaudhary, C.J. MesserOctober 2000Development of an Actuated Traffic Control Process Utilizing Real-Time Estimated Volume Feedback1439-10M.J. Pacelli, C.J. Messer, T. UrbanikSeptember 2000Comprehensive Engineering Approach to Achieving Safe NeighborhoodsSWUTC/00/167707-1J.A. Bonneson, A.H. Parham, K.H. ZimmermanSeptember 2000Traffic Signal Optimization Program for Oversaturated Conditions: A Genetic Algorithm ApproachTRB 991507B. Park, C.J. Messer, T. Urbanik1999Development and Demonstration of Sustainable Transportation Control Concepts: Actuated Control Optimizer DesignSWUTC/98/472840-00013-1C.J. Messer, M. AnwarFebruary 1998Development of an Annunciation System for Rural School Bus OperationsSWUTC/98/167101-1C.J. Messer, M.J. PacelliOctober 1998Evaluation and Enhancement of Texas Ramp Metering Strategies, Compliance, and Alternative Enforcement Techniques: Go with the Flow Houston Public Outreach Plan1295-1S.M. Lancaster, B.R. Fette, L. Busler, K.D. Miller, C.J. Messer, S. WohlschlaegerDecember 1997A Dual-Lane Flow Signal Plan for Texas1295-2C.J. Messer, M.A. ButoracNovember 1997Improved Traffic Signal Coordination Strategies for Actuated ControlSWUTC/96/465110-1C.J. Messer, R.V. NageswaraAugust 1996A Synthesis of Advanced Ramp Metering Strategies1295-3C.J. Messer, J. Van Arendonk, V. NeeruduJanuary 1996PASSER IV-96, Version 2.1, User/Reference Manual1477-1N.A. Chaudhary, C.J. MesserOctober 1996Effective Placement of Detectors at Diamond Interchanges1392-4D. Prabhakar, C.J. Messer, D.L. WoodsDecember 1994Cost-Effectiveness and Energy Benefits of Dynamic Lane Assignment SignsSWUTC/94/60038-1C.J. Messer, D. Prabhakar, V.A. MorrisJune 1994Ramp Adaptive Metering Bottleneck Optimization (RAMBO) User's Manual1232-31C.J. Messer, M.E. Thomadakis, H.A. Charara, T. UrbanikNovember 1994Distance Requirements for Ramp Metering1392-5S. Sharma, C.J. MesserNovember 1994Interim Program Documentation on System Ramp Control Optimization Algorithms1232-25E.C. Chang, C.J. Messer, S. Wang, W. Huang, A. LiOctober 1994PASSER IV-94, Version 1.0, User/Reference Manual1271-1FN.A. Chaudhary, C.J. MesserDecember 1993Space Management: An Application of Dynamic Lane Assignment1232-18R.K. Jella, S.R. Sunkari, W.L. Gisler, N.J. Rowan, C.J. MesserFebruary 1993Advanced Freeway System Ramp Metering Strategies for Texas1232-23C.J. MesserOctober 1993Applications Manual for Evaluating Two and Three-Level Diamond Interchange Operations Using TRANSYT-7F1148-3C.J. Messer, M.P. MalakapalliFebruary 1992Traffic Signal Timing Models for Oversaturated Signalized Interchanges1148-2Y. Kim, C.J. MesserJanuary 1992Strategies for Improving Traffic Operations at Oversaturated Diamond Interchanges1148-4FG.C. Herrick, C.J. MesserMarch 1992Arterial Signal Timing Optimization Using PASSER II-90: Program User's Manual467-2FE.C. Chang, C.J. MesserJune 1991PASSER III-90: Users Manual and Application Guide1271-1FD.B. Fambro, N.A. Chaudhary, J.A. Bonneson, C.J. Messer, L.L. ArabieMarch 1991Evaluation of Arlington, Texas Diamond Interchange Strategy970-1FC.J. Messer, N.A. ChaudharyAugust 1989Prevention of Fire Ant Damage to Signal Control1135-2FW.P. MacKay, S.O. Majdi, S.B. Vinson, C.J. Messer, J.P. IrvingJuly 1989A National Survey of Single-Point Urban Interchanges1148-1J.A. Bonneson, C.J. MesserMarch 1989Attitudes Concerning Two-Way and One-Way Frontage Roads402-1V.G. Stover, J.L. Gattis, C.J. MesserJanuary 1988Arterial Signal Timing Optimization Using PASSER II-87: Microcomputer User's Guide467-1E.C. Chang, J. Lei, C.J. MesserJuly 1988Delay to Frontage Road Vehicles at Intersections with Ramps402-2J.L. Gattis, C.J. Messer, V.G. StoverJune 1988A Study to Develop Warrants for Conversion to One-Way Frontage Roads402-3FC.J. Messer, V.G. Stover, J.L. GattisJune 1988Report on the Users Manual for the Microcomputer Version of PASSER III-88478-1D.B. Fambro, N.A. Chaudhary, C.J. Messer, R.U. GarzaSeptember 1988Passenger Car Equivalencies for Large Trucks at Signalized Intersections397-2C. Molina, C.J. Messer, D.B. FambroMay 1987Warrants for Interconnection of Isolated Traffic Signals -- Final Report293-1FE.C. Chang, C.J. MesserAugust 1986Optimization of Left Turn Phase Sequence in Signalized Networks Using Maxband-86, Volume I: Summary ReportC.J. Messer, G.L. Hogg, N.A. Chaudhary, E.C. ChangJanuary 1986Survey of Fire Ant Infestation in Traffic Signal Systems1135-1C.J. Messer, S.B. Vinson, G.A. BrouwerNovember 1986Traffic Operations of Basic Actuated Traffic Control Systems at Diamond Interchanges344-2FC.J. Messer, M. ChangAugust 1985Analysis of Reduced-Delay Optimization and Other Enhancements to PASSER II-80 -- PASSER II-84 -- Final Report375-1FE.C. Chang, C.J. Messer, B. MarsdenApril 1984Guidelines for Installing Traffic Signals at Diamond Interchanges344-1M. Chang, C.J. MesserNovember 1984Two-Lane, Two-Way Rural Highway CapacityC.J. MesserFebruary 1983Innovations in Actuated Signalized Diamond Interchange ControlC.J. MesserOctober 1983Reading Time and Accuracy of Response to Simulated Urban Freeway Guide SignsR.W. McNees, C.J. MesserJanuary 1982Engineering Factors Affecting Traffic Signal Yellow TimeM. Chang, C.J. MesserSeptember 1982Evaluating Urban Freeway Guide Signing -- Laboratory Studies220-3R.W. McNees, C.J. MesserFebruary 1981Evaluating Urban Freeway Guide Signing -- Executive Summary and Level of Service220-4FC.J. Messer, R.W. McNeesSeptember 1981Field Studies and Inventory of Freeway Guide Signs220-2C.J. Messer, R.W. McNeesApril 1980Objectives and State-Of-The-Art of Urban Freeways Guide Signing Systems220-1R.W. McNees, C.J. MesserAugust 1979A Report on the User's Manual for Diamond Interchange Signalization -- PASSER III178-1D.B. Fambro, D.L. Putman, H.E. Haenel, L.W. Cervenka, C.J. MesserAugust 1977Analysis of Diamond Interchange Operation and Development of a Frontage Road Level of Service Evaluation Program - PASSER III -- Final Report178-2FC.J. Messer, D.B. Fambro, J.M. TurnerAugust 1976A Study of the Effects of Design and Operational Performance of Signal Systems - Final Report203-2FC.J. Messer, D.B. Fambro, D.A. AndersonAugust 1975Guide for Designing and Operating Signalized Intersections in Texas203-1C.J. Messer, D.B. FambroAugust 1975Evaluation of a Changeable Message Sign System on the Inbound Gulf Freeway200-1FW.R. Stockton, C.L. Dudek, D.B. Fambro, C.J. MesserAugust 1975A Report on the User's Manual for Progression Analysis and Signal System Evaluation Routine -- PASSER II165-14C.J. Messer, H.E. Haenel, E.A. KoeppeAugust 1974Development of a Model for Predicting Travel Time on an Urban Freeway165-8C.J. Messer, C.L. DudekJanuary 1974Study of Detector Reliability for a Safety Warning System on the Gulf Freeway165-7C.L. Dudek, A. Dutt, C.J. Messer, G.P. RitchNovember 1974Computer Control of the Wayside-Telephone Arterial Street Network165-3C.J. Messer, J.L. GibbsApril 1973Investigation of Lane Occupancy as a Control Variable for a Safety Warning System for Urban Freeways165-6C.L. Dudek, C.J. Messer, J.D. FriebeleMarch 1973Automatic Detection of Urban Freeway Incidents165-12N.B. Nuckles, C.L. Dudek, C.J. MesserMay 1973Systems Analysis for a Real-Time Freeway Traffic Information System for the Inbound Gulf Freeway Corridor139-5C.J. Messer, C.L. Dudek, R.C. LoutzenheiserApril 1971State-Of-The-Art of Wrong-Way Driving on Freeways and Expressways139-7J.D. Friebele, C.J. Messer, C.L. DudekJune 1971Qualitative Analysis of Wrong-Way Driving in Texas139-6C.J. Messer, J.D. Friebele, C.L. DudekMay 1971
