Variations of road traffic flow according to road surface conditions in a snowy area
Abstract
This paper discusses the influence of snow conditions on space-mean speed and traffic volume for a two-lane, two-way section of rural highway located in mountainous terrain in Japan. Traffic volume and spacemean speed are reduced under snow or ice conditions, and can be classified according to road surface conditions.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Traffic control and management
Traffic and Road Safety
Transportation Systems and Logistics
Publication details
- Journal / source
- CRC Press eBooks
- Pages
- 415–418
- Publication date
- 18 February 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter