COMPLEX FREEWAY DESIGN SOLUTIONS USING MICROSCOPIC SIMULATION

This paper describes the use of microscopic simulation models to solve complex design problems at freeway interchanges. The application of micro-simulation is illustrated by examples of three design problems: (1) Complex cross weave; (2) Complex multi-lane merge; and (3) High volume off-ramp in a weaving section. These examples are all taken from the design of the systems interchange between I-94 and I-894/USH 45, the "Zoo Interchange" in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.