A INFLUÊNCIA DA IMPLANTAÇÃO DE UMA ESCOLA NA MOBILIDADE URBANA: ESTUDO DE CASO EM UM BAIRRO DE GOIÂNIA
A INFLUÊNCIA DA IMPLANTAÇÃO DE UMA ESCOLA NA MOBILIDADE URBANA: ESTUDO DE CASO EM UM BAIRRO DE GOIÂNIA
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.217112515042
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Palavras-chave: Polos Geradores de Viagens. Escola. Nível de serviço.
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Keywords: Trip Generation Centers. School. Level of Service
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Abstract: Trip Generation Centers (PGVs) are developments that attract or generate a significant flow of person-trips, whether through private vehicles, public transport, bicycles, or walking. These flows lead to changes in land use, population density, physical occupation of space, and land value. Among such developments are shopping centers, schools, hospitals, entertainment venues, among others. Given the impacts they produce, it is essential to understand how these establishments influence traffic and mobility patterns in a region and to assess whether the city's spatial structure can accommodate such enterprises. In this context, the present study aimed to evaluate the potential traffic impacts caused by the installation of a medium-sized school in a residential neighborhood of the city of Goiânia. The methodological approach involved: (i) identifying the student demand and school entry and exit schedules; (ii) determining the area of influence of the establishment; (iii) conducting classified volumetric traffic counts at six points surrounding the site; and (iv) applying methodologies based on models developed by CET-SP (2000), ITE (1995) – Institute of Transportation Engineers, Christiansen (1979) – Texas Transportation Institute, and Grando (2003). In all intersections, regardless of the type of conflict control, the calculation methods were organized in Excel spreadsheets to determine saturation flow, capacity, and level of service (LOS). In addition to current flow analysis, two future traffic scenarios were considered at the immediate surrounding intersections: (i) the current situation without the development; and (ii) a future scenario considering the school’s operation over a five-year horizon. The results indicated a small variation in vehicle flow on the roads surrounding the development. However, mitigation measures were proposed, including changes in the direction of traffic circulation, improvements in vertical and horizontal signage, creation of parking spaces for cyclists, motorcyclists, and school vans, and the establishment of designated areas for student pick-up and drop-off. These measures aim to enhance safety and quality of life for people living in and circulating through the region.
- mariana de paiva
- Luciana Araujo Azevêdo de Oliveira
- Vitor Henrique Rodrigues
- Denis Biolkino de Sousa Pereira