Traffic surveys – Via Laurentina

General overview and objectives of the survey

As part of our activities to monitor mobility in the southern part of Rome, we conducted a survey of vehicle traffic on Via Laurentina. The objective was to acquire accurate and classified data to support transport and urban planning assessments of the area. Furthermore, the survey aimed to measure traffic volumes and reconstruct the main turning manoeuvres at critical junctions, thus providing an updated analytical basis for subsequent planning phases.

Location of sections and operating methodology

The surveys were conducted in four road sections: Via di Tor Pagnotta, Via Laurentina, Via Acqua Acetosa Ostiense and Via Castel di Leva. In addition, specific attention was paid to access to the Grande Raccordo Anulare (Great Ring Road). The campaigns were carried out during the morning and evening rush hours, thus allowing for a more accurate representation of vehicle demand on a typical weekday.

Instrumentation, classification and data retrieval

We used highly reliable equipment, installed without interfering with traffic. The system was able to classify vehicles into five categories: cars, motorcycles, vans, heavy goods vehicles and buses. Furthermore, the equipment made it possible to analyse traffic flows on roads with up to four lanes and on roundabouts with five arms. The data was then processed and returned in summary reports and editable databases, so as to support subsequent analyses and transport simulations.

Strategic value of the survey for local mobility

Through this assignment, we provided solid, data-driven technical support for mobility planning in the southern part of Rome. Furthermore, the survey provided up-to-date, reliable information that was fully interoperable with project evaluation tools. In this way, it has contributed to the overall improvement of decision-making processes in the urban mobility sector.