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6.4.5. Transit Transit plays a critical role in Fort Worth’s multimodal transportation network by providing accessible and sustainable mobility options and reducing reliance on SOV. The Transit Gap Analysis evaluates the current Trinity Metro system, identifying deficiencies in coverage, connectivity, and service quality. This analysis is essential for guiding investments that improve access to jobs, education, healthcare, and other vital services, while supporting regional growth and reducing congestion.
Identify Needs The analysis used a multi-layered methodology combining spatial, temporal, and performance assessments. A walkshed analysis identified areas beyond a 0.25-mile buffer from fixed-route services, revealing significant coverage gaps in suburban growth areas and outlying communities. Temporal gaps were flagged where headways exceed 60 minutes or weekend/evening service is limited, impacting riders with nontraditional schedules. Connectivity gaps emerged at transfer points with poor schedule alignment or physical integration, limiting seamless travel. Accessibility to key destinations such as schools, hospitals, SNAP retailers, and employment centers was evaluated using network datasets and population overlays. Performance benchmarking against peer agencies highlighted low productivity in fixed- route and demand-response services, despite strong on-time performance. A weighted scoring model prioritized gaps using TSI, transit propensity, and density metrics, producing a tiered map of high-, medium-, and low-priority areas.
What We Learned Figure 6.12 illustrates the critical limitations in Fort Worth’s current transit network, including coverage gaps in rapidly growing suburban areas, temporal gaps that restrict off-peak and weekend travel, and connectivity gaps that hinder seamless transfers across routes. While Trinity Metro demonstrates strong on- time performance compared to peer agencies, overall system productivity remains below regional benchmarks, signaling opportunities for service optimization. Priority gaps were identified in high-density corridors and areas with strong transit propensity, emphasizing the need for expanded coverage, improved frequency, and enhanced first/last-mile connections. These findings underscore the importance of targeted investments and network redesign to improve accessibility and ridership as Fort Worth’s population and employment continue to grow. Issue #1: Service Area Coverage Gaps 6.97% of Fort Worth’s population falls outside of the existing transit service area, including new and recent development at the periphery of the City’s boundary. Outlying Growth Areas also fall within these service gaps, making them prime candidates for regional service coverage.
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Fort Worth Master Transportation Plan | Multimodal Gap Analysis
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