REDUCTION OF VEHICULAR CONGESTION, THROUGH PROTECTED TURN TO THE LEFT, IN THE CITY OF HUAQUILLAS

Abstract

This paper describes the methodology used to solve the congestion of an intersection in the "Huaquillas" canton, through a protected left turn. Since the problem of vehicular congestion is a very frequent issue in the city, and it is an indicator that stops its development, preventing the effective mobility of the population and visitors from being guaranteed.

The process used to solve the problem consists of a topographic survey with a drone and GPS to obtain planimetric and altimetric values, followed by carrying out vehicle gauging during peak hours for a week using manual tools.

Computer programs such as Synchro 8 were also used; to simulate the traffic with the problem and with the proposed solution, validating its operation. Likewise, Civil3D was used as a road analysis and design program; where a protected turn design was proposed that complies with current regulations, follows recommendations from publications by other authors who are knowledgeable about the subject and fits in the space available in the area where the park currently exists, affecting this tourist niche in the least way, but contributing greatly to the road development of the city, and to other economic axes such as commerce, tourism, etc.