Evaluación de la intersección de la avenida Joffre Lima y José Coronel mediante programas informáticos para determinar la congestión vehicular y accidentes de tránsito

Abstract

The main objective of this technical project, developed on Joffre Lima Avenue in Santa Rosa Canton, is to evaluate road safety in the section from the intersection of Arcelia Guzman and Joffre Lima roads to the entrance of the Febres Cordero wing, through a technical study. The main purpose is to improve the quality of the mobility service for the residents of Canton Santa Rosa. In order to carry out this project, an exhaustive bibliographic research was conducted, which included the search for scientific articles and other research resources, both nationally and internationally. This process not only allowed us to identify similar problems in Ecuador and globally, but also helped to define the specific problem addressed in this work. The investigation focused on the poor condition of traffic signals, both vertical and horizontal, as well as the deterioration of the road surface, speed bumps and intersections without traffic signals. These factors were known to contribute significantly to road insecurity in the area, so it was crucial to address them in order to improve driver safety in Cantón Santa Rosa. However, upon evaluating the situation of the avenue in these aspects, it was concluded that the vertical and horizontal signs were not in a poor condition, or at least not at a level that could cause accidents in a significant way. On the other hand, it was observed that the existing speed reducers did not comply with the parameters established by the INEN standard for horizontal signage, especially on Joffre Lima Avenue, where vehicular traffic exceeded 500 vehicles per hour, as specified by the standard. In addition, the average speed of traffic was above the permitted limit. In addition, a vehicle count was also carried out at some intersections where traffic accidents had occurred. Through vehicle counting and a simulation using Synchro 8 software, it was determined that, despite having a level of service A without traffic lights, it was necessary to install a traffic light. It was proposed to implement a traffic light cycle due to the high traffic on Joffre Lima Avenue, which made access from secondary roads difficult