| Project Detail |
Starting in Summer 2023, WSDOT contractor crews will install new ramp meters at several on-ramps along northbound Interstate 5 and southbound Interstate 205 in Clark County.
Ramp meters, a type of traffic signal, are employed to regulate the rate at which vehicles enter the freeway, serving as an effective strategy to enhance freeway operations. These meters aim to minimize collisions and decrease travel times. By controlling the flow of vehicles entering the freeway, ramp meters effectively alleviate congestion by limiting the number of cars occupying the same space simultaneously. This approach also mitigates merging challenges that arise when numerous vehicles attempt to merge into a nearly full lane. |
