Intersection Operations and Safety
All modes of traffic cross paths as they travel through or turn from one route to another, and the points where different paths separate, cross, or join are known as conflict points. Intersections are designed points of conflict in all roadway systems. Limiting the number of conflict points at an intersection not only reduces the frequency and severity of crashes, but also improves the overall operation
and mobility.
The ICE process quantitatively evaluates several intersection control scenarios (alternatives) and ranks these alternatives based on their operational and safety performance. Implementing a “performance-based” procedure such as ICE creates a transparent and consistent approach to consider intersection alternatives based on metrics such as safety, operations, cost, and social, environmental, and economic impacts.
For additional information, please contact the State Traffic Services Section at FDOT-StateTrafficServicesSection@dot.state.fl.us