Takeaway: • Prioritize Congestion Mitigation on Key Fort Worth Segments : Congestion mitigation efforts should be prioritized along 100 more congested road segments, aimed at reducing transportation costs and improving freight mobility. Target congestion relief on IH-35W and IH-30 in Fort Worth to alleviate delays, lower transportation costs, and improve freight mobility Fort Worth Ordinance Chapter 22, Article IV The Fort Worth Ordinance Chapter 22, Article IV 17 outlines local regulations that significantly impact freight and truck traffic management within the city. To balance Fort Worth's rapid growth with the need to handle increased freight traffic effectively, these regulations are tailored to Fort Worth’s unique position as a major transportation hub in North Texas. The ordinance includes guidelines on street designations and standards that directly influence freight movement and traffic management strategies. This aligns local planning with Fort Worth’s broader transportation and economic goals. Key provisions include the following: • Designated Truck Routes: Specific routes have been established to direct freight traffic through less congested areas, helping to maintain road quality in residential and sensitive zones. These routes, as shown in , are crafted with Fort Worth’s distinctive urban layout in mind, aiming to minimize disruptions in key areas such as downtown and near cultural districts. • Traffic Management Standards: The ordinance sets standards that govern freight operations, including restrictions on delivery times in high-traffic areas and guidelines for vehicle sizes on certain streets. These standards are developed with local traffic patterns in mind, promoting safety and efficiency on Fort Worth’s roads. • Compliance Measurements: The ordinance includes measures to maintain adherence to standards, with penalties for violations intended to discourage non-compliance. These measures are essential for maintaining smooth traffic flow, particularly in areas experiencing significant freight-related congestion.
17 City of Fort Worth, Chapter 22: Motor Vehicles and Traffic, Article IV: Truck Traffic. https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/ftworth/latest/ftworth_tx/0 -0-0- 24612#JD_Ch.22Art.IV
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