Classified Traffic Volume Counts

Classified Traffic Volume Counts are essential for understanding how different types of vehicles use a road. This detailed traffic data supports smarter decisions in transport planning, safety enhancements, and infrastructure design.

What Are Classified Traffic Volume Counts?

Classified Traffic Volume Counts involve recording the number of vehicles that pass a particular location, divided into specific categories such as cars, buses, trucks, two-wheelers, etc.

Unlike general volume counts (which just give a total), classified counts provide detailed insights into the types of vehicles using a road. This is essential for traffic engineering, road safety studies, and planning future infrastructure.

Why Classified Counts Are Important

Helps design roads suitable for specific vehicle types
Supports transport policy decisions
Used for highway planning and upgrading
Provides inputs for intersection design and signal timings
Useful in environmental impact studies due to vehicle emissions
Assists in public transport planning

Vehicle Classification Categories

The classification can vary depending on project needs or local guidelines. A common classification includes:

Class No.	Vehicle Type
1	Two-Wheelers
2	Auto Rickshaws
3	Cars/Jeep/Vans
4	Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs)
5	Buses
6	2-Axle Trucks
7	3-Axle Trucks
8	Multi-Axle Vehicles
9	Tractors with Trailers
10	Non-Motorized (Cycles, Carts)

This breakdown gives granular control over traffic data analysis.

Methods of Data Collection

1. Manual Counting

Done by trained surveyors using tally sheets or tablets
Ideal for short-term surveys and complex intersections

2. Automatic Traffic Counters (ATCs)

Use pneumatic tubes, radar, or infrared sensors
Capture long-term and high-volume traffic data
Can classify vehicles based on axle count or profile

3. Video-Based Classification

CCTV or drone footage analyzed manually or by software
Offers visual backup and error review

Data Captured in Classified Counts

Vehicle type
Time of passage (hourly/interval-based)
Direction of movement
Lane usage (if needed)
Speed and headway (if using advanced sensors)

Applications of Classified Traffic Volume Counts

Urban mobility planning
Truck route optimization
Toll road feasibility studies
Parking demand analysis
Traffic signal optimization
Road maintenance scheduling (heavy vehicle impact)

Challenges and Considerations

Manual counts can be prone to human error
Rain or low visibility may affect observations
Requires regular calibration for automatic counters
Class definitions may differ based on region
Video and automated systems can be costlier upfront

Our Process

Steps to Accurate Traffic Data Analysis

1. Data Collection & Analysis

We gather and analyze traffic data to provide actionable insights that improve flow and safety.

2. Management & Execution

Our team ensures seamless project management for timely, high-quality delivery.

3. Project Oversight & Delivery

We oversee every phase to ensure projects meet deadlines, budgets, and client requirements.

12+

Years of Experience

Our Legacy

Why Choose Traffic Data Count?

We are your trusted partner in traffic data analysis, offering expert solutions to support smarter urban development and transportation planning. Here’s why clients choose us:

Testimonials

Honest Reviews from our Customers

“We collaborated with this team for a detailed intersection analysis project in Munich. The turning movement count data was precise, well-documented, and delivered on time.”

“The analysis helped us optimize signal timing and reduce congestion effectively. Highly recommend their expertise for traffic engineering projects.”