Fact book 1999 [1999]

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arbnent ofTransportation

Vision Statement

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Georgia's transportation system will always be a vital compo ent of the State's future success and ability to compete in a global economy.

Our team ofmotivated professionals and quality driven management will maintain and im-
prove mobility by providing a safe, seamless,
intermodal, environmentally sensitive transportation system.

Through transportation leadership and wise use of human and financial resources, innovative technology, public/private partnerships and citizen input, we will ensure a balance of transportation options so that people and goods arrive at their destination in a timely and efficient manner.

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We, I.he members of I.he Jranspor--lalion :73oarc/, I.he Commissioner J and I.he employees of I.he 9eoryia 7Jeparlmenl of Jransporlalion, are comm1iled lo a safe, e/ficienl and suslainable lransporlah'on sys/em for
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wor.k andresponsible lransporfa/1'on leaclers..h{p, we w1flsupporl econom1c deuelopmenf, enuironmenlal sensi--liu1"f_y andan improved ruaf.t"f_y off.tje for all

1999 Georgia (_/)epartment o
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Fact Book Staff


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Executive Editor:

Andy Shahan

Editor/ Design & Layout Artist:

Ronald C. Battle, Jr.

Office of Communications Director:

Vacant

Office of Communications Assistant Director:

Karlene Barron

Address

Georgia Department ofTransportation Office ofCommunications No. 2 Capitol Square Atlanta, Georgia 30334 (404) 656-5267 Fax: (404) 463-6336
http://www.dot.state.ga.us

1998 Georgia Department ofTransportation 1999 Fact Book covers the programs, projects and organization of the DOT from July I , 1997 to June 30, I998 Written by the Georgia DOT Office ofCommunications Printed by Georgia Correctional Industries and Graphcom, Inc.

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Organizational Chart
.. Organization & Responsibilities .. Primary Contacts .. Frequently Requested Information
DOT Districts
.. District & Area Offices .. Transportation Board Members .. Congressional Districts ..... Transportation Programs .. Transportation 2000 .. Strategic Planning .. Statewide Transportation Plan (SWTP)
Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP)
.. Transportation Equity Act of the 21st Century (TEA-21) .. Georgia Highway System .-.- Total Miles of Public Road in Georgia
... Preparing a Highway Project for Construction
.... Major Highway Programs .. National Highway System (NHS)
Oversize Truck Route System
.... Governor's Road Improvement Program (GRIP)

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Local Assistance Road Program (LARP) Surface Transportation Program (STP)
-.. Georgia's Integrated Intelligent Transportation .. Management System .. NAVIGATOR
Incident Management Program
.. Highway Emergency Response Operators (HEROs) .. Express Lane System .. Geographic Information System (GIS) .... Transportation Enhancements .... Transportation Enhancement Activities

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Public Transit

Urban Transit Service

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Rural Transit Service

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Georgia Rideshare ,, Program

Park & Ride Lots

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Bicycles and Pedestrians

Georgia Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan

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Railroad

Georgia Rail System

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Proposed Commuter Rail Service

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Georgia Rail Passenger Service

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Proposed Intercity Passenger Rail Service

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Aviation

Georgia Statewide Aviation Plan

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Scheduled Air Carrier Service

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Ports

Georgia Ports

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Transportation Funding

Public Sector Transportation Program Funding

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STIP Distribution

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GDOT's Web-Site

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Glossary

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Note Page

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Governor

The People

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General Assembly

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State Transportation Board :

Commissioner

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Chief Engineer

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Plannlng& Programming
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- Preconstruction Division

Construction Division

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Administration Division

Director of Planning & Programming
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Director of Preconstruction
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Director of Construction
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Director of Operations
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Director of Administration
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Office or Bridge & Office of Planning Structural Design

Office of Construction

Office of Maintenance

Office of Audits

Treasurer

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-Office of Penonnel - Office of
Communicadons
..... Office orSystems Development

Office of Programming
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Office or lntermodal Programs
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Office of Information
Services

Office or Environment/
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Office or Right of Way
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Office of Road & Airport Design

Office of Contract! Administration
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Office or Materials & Research
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Prequalification Group

Office orTraffic Operations
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Office or Utilities
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Office of Permits & Enforcement

Office of Urban Design

Office of Construction
Claims

Office of Equipment Management

Source: Office of Communications

Field Districts I. Gainesville 2. Tennille 3. Thomaston 4. Tifton 5. Jesup 6. Cartersville 7. Chamblee

Office or General Accounting
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Office or General Support Services
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Office of Air Transportation

- Office of State Aid
- Office of Equal Opportunity
- Office of Legal Services

Office of Tollway Administration

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Personnel

Office of Budget Services

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Organization &
Responsibilities

STATE TRANSPORTATION BOARD
Board members are elected by a majority of a General Assembly caucus from each congressional district. Each Board member serves a five-year term with terms alternating to ensure two members are elected each year.

COMMISSIONER
Wayne Shackelford
Room 102 (404) 656-5206

Oversees the operation of the Georgia Department ofTranspo discharge, promote and supervise the personnel needed for th ofthe department.

DEPUTY COMMISSIONER A-~

Steve Parks

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Room 108 (404) 656-5212

...,,,":>..JiJ'e authority to employ, peration and administration

Assists the Commissioner in mainta Transportation. Also, oversees the Spe

ting the activites of the Georgia Department of ta departments and the Administration Division.

CHIEF ENGINE
Frank Danchetz

Responsible for supevisin directing all engineering related activites within the Departmentof Transportation to ensure the effective and efficient planning, design, construction and maintenance of transportation systems statewide.
Special Staff
Systems Development
Ben Maxwell, Systems Development Administrator Room 183 (404) 656-6034
Responsible for the operation and management ofthe Department's network and central servers including web servers; suppo11 ofengineering design and CAD software; hardware/software purchasing and the desktop "Support Center".



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Organization

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& Responsibilities

Personnel
Bill Dunn, Personnel Director Room 142 (404) 656-5260
Responsible for developing, implementing and administering all personnel related functions and programs for the DOT, including benefits, recruiting, training, personnel classification and compensation, employee relations, performance management and personnel transaction processing.

Maintenance Personnel
Joe Couch, Maintenance Personnel Director Room 283 (404) 656-4398
Responsible for the personnel administration of2,900 mainte

an ers, supervisors and employ-

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ees. This includes job classification and compensation, pr processing, benefits, adverse actions and personnel assista

ransfers, payroll and applicant

Communications
(Vacant), Communications Director Room 114 (404) 656-5267
Serves as a liaison between the DOT a offices within the DOT. Responsible d fact book.

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Charles French, E.E. . Room 262 (404) 656-1
Enables the DOT to comply with federal and state guidelines as they relate to fair and equitable hiring and employee practices.
Legal Services
Sandra Burgess, Legal Services Room 333 (404) 657-5808
Provides legal research and other general legal assistance services concerning recurring issues of interest to the Department. Provides analysis of federal and state legislation. Reviews consultant, local government and personal services contracts for legal accuracy. Liaison with the Office ofState Administrative Hearings and the State Department of Law.

State Aid
Harold E. Linnenkohl, Executive Assistant/State Aid Administrator Room 201 (404) 656-5185
Provides assistance to local governments for various types of roadway projects including county/city contracts and the Local Assistance Road Program (LARP).

Engineering Services

Bobby Mustin, Project Review Engineer

Room 266 (404) 656-6843



Answers directly to the Chief Engineer; main responsibiliti~ according to DOT design criteria, directing field plan review tions and estimating the actual cost for a particular proje~

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e reviewing construction plans ng DOT construction specifica-

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Administration
Billy F. Sharp, Treasurer & Director Room 148 (404) 656-5224
Manages air transportation, ac - ..--;r ~gi udits, state tollways and purchasing for the DOT.

Audits Audits division offi fiscal procedures fo

I as contractors and consultants who do work for the DOT; develops us offices within the DOT.

Air Transportation Operates and maintains the DOT's aircrafts (located at the Fulton County Airport).

Budget Services Develops and manages the $1 billion budget of the DOT. Serves as an advisor to the Treasurer and upper management in funding matters. Also serves as a liaison to the Office of Planning & Budget and the Legislative Budget office.

General Accounting Handles the payroll for all DOT employees. Provides payment to contractors, consultants and all vendors doing business with the Department.

General Support Services Provides agency procurement assistance, monitors record retention, and directs the agency safety program.


-.. Organization -.. & .... Responsibilities .... Tollway Administration -.. Maintains toll facilities of State Road 400 and the St. Simon's Causeway.

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Programm.ing

. . Paul Mullins, Director

Room 127 (404) 656-0610

... . Manages the transportation planning process; determines future needs for transp rta ion in Georgia
and programming funds for projects.

.. Planning



-Manages Georgia's transportation planning program, in addition to

.. portationPlan (SWTP), the StatewideTransportation Improvement

.. Strategic Planning Process.

g the Statewide TransTIP) and the Department's

.... Programming Prepares and manages department's six year Cons Schedules and project status reporting system. Also r
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rk Program (CWP), Pre-Construction s documents and request for authorization

Intermodal Programs

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s in support of the transit, rail, ports, waterways

. . and aviation systems.

. . Information Services

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e ectronic and paper form), traffic count information and base layer

maps through the GIS C

se. Manages state and federal road functional classification systems

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characteristics data.
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ology demands ofthe Department. Also, collects and archives road

Walker W. Scott, Director 1111 Room 129 (404) 656-5187
Develops a quality set of right of way plans, construction plans, and bid documents, through a
- cooperative effort, that results in project design and implementation. .... Bridge and Structural Design
Responsible for structural design of highway bridges, culverts, and retaining walls. Also controls the
...... hydraulic design ofbridge structures.

Organization &
Responsibilities

Right of Way Responsible for the acquisition ofproperties and rights necessary for transportation projects. This task includes appraisal, relocation assistance, condemnation and property management. Also administers the outdoor adve1tising control laws and regulations.

Road and Airport Design

Responsible for the layout and des ign of roadways primarily outside of urpa area boundaries,

including the Governor's Road Improvement Program (GRIP) and the far: state system.

Rtlti Urban Design
Develops construction and right of way plans for roadways sible for the design of the Outer Perimeter.

r urban areas. Also, respon-

Construction
Tom Turner, Director Room 134 (404) 656-5207
Responsible for advertisement, lettin
transportation research, testing of TJ-.

d of projects, oversight of construction projects, , contract payments and contract claims.

Construction Investigates citizen conce son p o cts and assists in timely problem resolution. Reviews and approves contract rn di cat1~ns; ~ommunicates with construction industry.

Contract Administration Prepares bid proposals, letting process, contracts and insures proper execution. Audits contract

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payment process and insures timely payments.

Materials and Research
.. Test materials used in construction activ ities, maintains qualified products list and provides expertise

in building material. Also specifies material requirements and manages department's research effort.
Pre-qualification Group
Process contractor prequalification and subcontractor registration applications
Construction Claims
Responsible for reviewing, analyzing, negotiating and mediating all major construction claims filed by
Contractors against the DOT. Also, directs the DOT's defense lawsuits fi led by Contractors concern-
ing construction claims.

Organization &
Responsibilities

Operations
Larry Seabrook, Director Room 128 (404) 656-5214

Ensures a safe and efficient transportation system by controlling operational features, addressing maintenance needs, and regulating the proper use of Georgia highway facilities. Also oversees District offices, to ensure proper utilization of resources, as well as adherence to prevailing policies.

Maintenance

Coordinates all statewide maintenance activities such as, bridge and sign

roadway striping and the Adopt a Highway Program. Develops contc,ct u

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Traffic Operations Responsible for traffic engineering polices and the desi Oversees the NAVIGATOR, Georgia's Intelligent Emergency Response Operators (HEROs), intersta (CMS) to help control and monitor traffic flow.

-"LICl'<.lU.J/Vay signals, signs and markings. stem, which includes Highway
sand Changeable Message Signs

Utilities Coordinates construction projects with uti timely manner, with minimal cost to th t1

anies to ensure that utilities are relocated in a ompames.

Permits and Enforcement

Issue permits for oversize -t~ b.P.i.gH vehicles. Enforces state laws regarding the size and

weight ofcommercial v icle

xpress Lane use.

Equipment Management Responsible for purchasing and monitoring the department's vehicles and equipment.

Commissioner and Special Staff

E-Mail Address

Phone No.

Wayne Shackelford Commissioner

Joy.Still@dot.state.ga.us

(404) 656-5206

Steve Parks

Deputy Commissioner

Steve.Parks@dot.state.ga.us

(404) 656-5212

Frank Danchetz Chief Engineer

Frank.Danchetz@dot.state.ga.us (404) 656-5277

Harold LinnenkoW Executive Assistantll State Aid Administrator Harold.LinnenkoW@dot.state.ga.us (404) 656-5185

Ben Maxwell

Systems Development Administrator

Ben.Maxwell@dot.state.ga.us

(404) 656-6034

BiJJDwm Joe Couch (Vacant)

Personnel Director Maintenance Personnel Director Communications Director

Bill.Dunn@dot.state.ga.us Joe.Couch@dot.state.ga.us

(404) 656- 5260
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(404) 656-5267

Bobby Mustin Charles French Sandra Burgess
Paul Mullins Herman Griffin Toni Dunagan Luke Cousins Marta Rosen
Walker W. Scott Wayne Hutto James Kennerly Joe Palladi Paul Liles

Project Review Eng.-Engineering Services

Bobby.Mustin@dot.state.ga. us

EEO Administrator

Charles.French@dot.state.ga.us

Legal Services Administrator

Sandra.Burgess@dot.state.ga.us

Planning and Programming Division

Director ofPlanning and Programming

Paul.Mullins@dot.state.ga.us

State Transportation Programming Engineer Herman.Griffin@dot.stat.ga.us

State Transportation Planning Administrator Toni.Dunagan@dot.state.ga.us

lntermodal Programs Administrator Information Services Administrator

Luke.Cousins@dot.state.ga.us Marta.Rosen@dot.state.ga.us

Preconstruction Division

Director ofPreconstruction

Walker.Scott@dot.state.ga.us

Asst. Director ofPreconstruction

Wayne.Hutto@dot.state.ga.us

State Road & Airport Design Engineer

Jim.Kennerly@dot.state.ga.us

State Urban Design Engineer

Joe.Palladi@dot.state.ga.us

State Bridge & Structural Design Engineer

PauLLiles@dot.state.ga.us

(404) 656-6843
(404) 656-1710
. (404) 657-5808 ..... (404) 656-0610
(404) 656-5320
.. (404) 657-5226 .... (404) 651-9201 .. (770) 986-1360 .... (404) 656-5187 .. (404) 656-5313 .... (404) 656-5386 .. (404) 656-5436 .. (404) 656-5280

David Meshberger David Studstill

State Right ofWay Administrator State EnvironmentaVLocation Engineer

David.Meshberger@dot.state.ga.us (404) 656-5372 David.Studstill@dot.state.ga.us (404) 699-4401

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Tom Turner

Director ofConstruction

-.... LemDobbs

State Trans. Office Eng.-Contract Administration

E-Mail Address
TomTumer@dot.state.ga.us LemDobbs@dot.state.ga.us

Phone No.
(404) 656-5207
(404) 656-5325
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Larry Matthews Wouter Gulden David L. Graham

Trans.Eng. Admin.-Construction Claims

Lany.Matthews@dot.state.ga.us

State Materials and Research Engineer

Wouter.Gulden@dot.state.ga.us

State Construction Engineer

David.Graharr@dot.state.ga.us

Operations Division

(404) 656-4130 (404) 363-7512 (404) 656-5306

Larry Seabrook
Steve Henry Dudley Ellis Marion Waters
- Kent Sager
Jerry Gossett Van Frazier
- Billy Sharp
Jerry Satterfield
Earl Mahfuz
- Mildred Keigans
Dan Guimond Dave Cannichael
-. NancySmith

Director ofOperations

Lany.Seabrook@dot.state.ga.us (404) 656-5214

State Maintenance Engineer

Stepben.Henry@dot.state.ga.us (404) 656-5314

State Utilities Engineer

Dudley.Ellis@dot.state.ga.us

(404) 656-5450

State Traffic Operations Engineer

Marion.Waters@dot.state.ga.us (404) 635-8038

Chief Maintenance Activities Unit Centerline (15 Kennedy Dr., Forest Park 30050)

Kent.Sager@dot.state.ga.us

(404) 363-7632

Pe1mits and Enforcement Administrator

Jerry.Gossett@dot.state.ga.us

(404) 635-8529 For Permits: (404) 656-5428

Statewide Equipment Management Admin. (7565 Honeycreek Ct., 30050)

Van..Frazier@dot.state.ga.us

(404) 785-6947

Administration Division

Treasurer and Director ofAdministration

Billy.Sharp@dot.state.ga. us

(404) 656-5224

Transportation Accounts Administrator Audits Jerry.Satterfield@dot.state.ga.us (404) 656-5247

Transportation Accounts Administrator General Accow,ting
Transpo1tation Accounts Administrator General Support
Tollway Administrator
Air Transportation Administrator
Budget Administrator

Earl.Mahfuz.@dot.state.ga.us Mildred.Keigans@dot.state.ga.us

I (404) 656-5239 I (404) 656-5566

Dan.Guimond@dot.state.ga.us

(404) 816-2273

Dave.Cannichael@dot.state.ga.us (404) 699-4483

Nancy.b.Smith@dot.state.ga.us (404) 656-5237

Frequently Requested



Information

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The following is a list of contacts and phone numbers for the most frequently requested information.

Information

Contact

Accident Location Sites Dept. ofTransportation-Traffic Operations

Auto Tags

Dept. ofRevenue or local tax commissioner

Phone Number
(404) 635-8131 (404) 362-6500 (Menu)


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Bicycle Paths

DOT Office ofPlanning

(404) 657-6692

Cruise Cards for GA 400 Dept. ofTransportation-Tollway Administration (404) 365-7790

Driver's Licenses

Dept. ofPublic Safety

(404) 657-9300 (Menu)

Driveway Permits

Dept. ofTransportation-Traffic Operations

(404) 635-8042

Handicap Parking Permits

Dept. ofPublic Safety/any facility that issues drivers licenses

(404) 624-7484



Motor Vehicle Reports Natural Disasters

Dept. ofPublic Safety
1. Contact local law enforcement agency 2. Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA)

(404) 624-7885
2. (404) 635-7000 24 Hour # (404) 635-7200

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Outdoor Advertising

Dept. ofTransportation Right ofWay

(404) 651-9217

Ove1weight Truck Permits

Dept. ofTransportation Permits and Enforcement

(800) 570-5428 (404) 635-8549 citations (888) 262-8306 Cust. Svc. Fax (404) 635-8501 , 8509, 8503

Rest Areas

Dept. ofTranspoitatibn-Maintenance Office or your District Engineer

(404) 656-5314

Road Work

Dept ofTranspo1tation-Office ofConstruction (404)656-3606

State Maps

Dept. ofTransportation - Map Sales

(404) 656-5336

Traffic Counts on Roads Dept. ofTransportation-Information Services (770 986-1369

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Truck Leasing and Permits Dept. ofRevenue-Motor Vehicle Division

(404) 657-4186

Up-to-date Traffic Infomiation

Dept. ofTransportation-Transporation Management Center

(404) 635-6800 or *DOT (Cellular) (*368)

Wildflower Program

Dept. ofTransportation-Office ofMaintenance (404) 656-5314

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The Georgia Department ofTransportation has seven Districts across the state, which are responsible for operating and maintaining the transportation system at the local level. All districts consist of a District Engineer, who is responsible for planning, organizing and directing the districts' transportation activities. In addition, each district is subdivided into areas that are overseen by a Area Engineer.
Districts

District 1 Gainesville District 2 Tennille
District 3 Thomaston District4 Tifton
Duties of the Districts
Roadway Maintenance and Operations Roadway Location and Design
Construction Contract Adminstration Right of Way Acquisition Utility Conflicts (permits & relocation) Operational Improvements
Environmental Review Highway Beautification Herbicide Program
Wildflower Program Adopt-a-Highway Program Traffic Signals and Signs
Permits Coordination ofTransit Systems
Safety and Workmen's Compensation Public Outreach and Communication Park & Ride lots

Duties of the Area Offices
Highway Construction Supervision Right-of-Way Mowing
Litter Removal
Rest Areas
Sign Maintenance
Drainage Maintenance
Storm Damage Repair Roadway Maintenance
Utility & driveway permits

District 5
District 6
District 7

Jesup Cartersville Chamblee

District Map

District 1

Department ofTransportation (770) 532-5526

2505 Athens Highway, SE

P.O. Box I 057

Gainesville, GA 30503

District Engineer - Hugh Tyner

Area Engineer Offices

I. Gainesville

(770) 535-5759

2. Clarkesville

(706) 754-9559

3. Carnesville

(706) 384-7269

4. Cleveland

(706) 865-2622

5. Lawrenceville

(770) 339-2308

6. Athens

(706) 369-5627

District 2

Department ofTransportation (912) 552-4600

801 Fourth Street/SR 15 South

Tennille, GA 31089

District Engineer - Mike Thomas
Area Engineer Offices

I. Sandersville

(9 12) 552-2464

2. Swainsboro

(9 12) 237-7230

3. Louisville

(9 12) 625-368 1

4. Augusta

(706) 855-3466

S. Madison

(706) 343-5836

6. Milledgeville

(912) 445-5130

7. Dublin

(912) 275-6596

District 3

Department ofTransportation (706) 646-6500

715 Andrews Drive

Thomaston, GA 30286-4524

District Engineer - Joe Street

Area Engineer Offices /

I. Thomaston

(706) 646-6630

2. Americus

(912) 931-2434

3. Perry

(912) 988-6700

4. Macon

(912) 751-6029

5. Griffin

(770) 228-7205

6. LaGrange

(706) 845-4115

7. Columbus

(706) 568-2165

District 4
Department ofTransportation (912) 386-3280 710 West 2nd Street P.O. Box 7510 Tifton, GA 31793-75 I0 District Engineer - David Crim

Area Engineer Offices

1. Valdosta

(9 12) 333-5287

2. Douglas

(9 12) 389-4201

3. Fitzgerald

(912) 426-5244

4. Moultrie

(912) 891 -7130

5. Albany

(912) 430-4198

6. Cuthbert

(912) 732-3066

7. Donalsonville

(912) 524-5760

District 5

Department ofTransportation (912) 427-5711

P.O. Box 608

Jesup, GA 3 1545

District Engineer - Gary Priester

Area Engineer Oj fices

I. Baxle

(912) 366-1090

2. Waycross

(912) 285-6009

3. Brunswic

(912) 264-7247

4. Glennville

(9 I2) 654-2940

5. Sav~ah

(912) 651-2144

6. Statesboro

(912) 871-1108

District 6

Department ofTransportation (770) 387-3600

500 Joe Frank Harris Parkway

P.O. Box IO

Cartersville, GA 30120-0010

District Engineer - Charles Law

Area Engineer Offices

I. Cartersville

(770) 387-3680

2. Ellijay

(706) 635-5551

3. Dalton

(706) 272-221 1

4. Rome

(706) 295-6025

5. Buchanan

(770) 646-5522

District 7

Department ofTransportation (770) 986-100 I

5025 New Peachtree Road

Chamblee, GA 30341

District Engineer - Mitchell Fowler

Area Engineer Offices

I. DeKalb

(404) 299-4386

2. Cobb

(770) 528-3238

3. Virginia Avenue (404) 559-6699

4. Claire Drive

(404) 624-2440

State Transportation Board Members

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TOM TRIPLETT 400 Lake To1mcheechee Drive
Rincon, Georgia 31326 (912) 826-269 I
W.P. "BILLY'' LANGDALE Post Office Box I088
Valdosta, Georgia 3 I603 (9 I2) 242-7450
SAM M. WELLBORN, Chainuan Post Office Box l 20
Columbus, Georgia 31902 (706) 649-2233
BRAD HUBBERT 3 I8 Concept 2 1 Drive Lithonia, Georgia 30058
(404) 655-0144
EMORY C. McCLINTON 132 E. Lake Drive, SE Atlanta, Georgia 30317 (404) 377-5 101
JOHNNY GRESHAM Gresham Real Estate Advisors J200 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite 360
Marietta, Georgia 30060 (770) 579-9188
MAX GOLDIN Post Office Box 660 Bremen, Georgia 301 10
(770) 537-5261
FRANK C. PINKSTON, Vice Chainnan Post Office Box 4872 Macon, Georgia 3 1208 (912) 741-4100
WILLIAM G. HASTY, SR. 20 I Hilton Way
Canton, Georgia 301 14 (770) 479-8528
JAMES L. LESTER I007 Broad Street
Augusta, Georgia 3090 I- I297 (706) 722-0254
STEVE REYNOLDS P. 0. Box 303
Lawrenceville, Georgia 30046 (770) 963-5434
(Vacant) Department ofTranspo1tation #2 Capitol Square, Room I06
Atlanta, Georgia 30334 (404) 656-5211

Term Expires
4/15/2003 4/ 15/2003 4/ 15/2002 4/ 15/200 I 4/ 15/2003 4/ 1512000 4/ 15/2001 4/ 15/2000 4/ 15/2002 4/ 15/ 1999 4/ 15/ 1999

Georgia -congressional Districts
Drawn by the U.S. District Court

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The Georgia Department ofTransportation is authorized by Georgia Code to organize, administer and operate an efficient, modem system ofpublic roads and other modes of transportation including public transit, rail, aviation, ports and bicycle and pedestrian facilities.
To meet its responsibilities in the most responsive and cost efficient manner, the Georgia DOT has developed the following transportation programs:
Transportation 2000 Vision Strategic Planning Statewide Transportation Plan (SWTP) State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP).

Transportation 2000

Cornn1issioner Shackelford and the Transportation Board initiated the GeorgiaTransportation 2000 Commission in June 1993, to create a "vision mission." The Transportation 2000 Vision was adopted by the Georgia State Board ofTransportation in May 1994. The primary objective ofthis vision is to guide the state's transportation program into the 21st century by accomplishing the following goals:

Economic Development Environmental Conservation

Human Resource Development Public Involvement

Air Quality
The Department has maintained a strong commitment to improving air quality in the state of Georgia. This action links with our commitment to being sensitive to the environment while building a safe, efficient and sustainable transportation system. Through th e use of CMAQ (Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality) funds, the Department supports the activities of the Atlanta Regional Commission's Commute Connections Program, the Clean Air Campaign, Clean Commute Day and the Clean Air Coalition.
The Department's support of clean air also includes the commitment of its employees to use alternative commute options to reduce sir.gle occupancy vehicle trips. Through participation in the Voluntary Ozone Action Program (VOAP), the Department's employees were able to achieve significant reductions in single occupancy vehicle trips.

Strategic Planning
Planning strategically to meet the Department's future responsibilities is a systematic process initiated in 1994 by senior management. In 1995, departmental direction was encapsulated in our Mission statement. Major areas needing emphasis from a depar1ment wide perspective, such as information systems, quality and the environment were identified, and action teams were set in place to accomplish specific tasks in those areas.

While recognizing senior level planning as crucial, similar effort was seen as an important adjunct to pursue throughout the Department. The Department began Phase 2 of its strategic planning process in April of 1998 by undertaking strategic planning at the division level. This process will enable each division to refine and clarify its specific role in fulfilling the Department's mission.

Strategic Directions

Five strategic directions and 16 projects are currently underway to move the Department toward its v1s10n :

1. Funding: Planning & Budget 2. Human Resources 3. Communication/Technology

4. Quality 5. Core Products and Services

Source: Georgia DOT Office of Planning

Statewide Transportation Plan (SWTP)

The Statewide Transportation Plan (SWTP) was adopted by the State Transportation Board in May 1995.
Outlines the strategy for achieving Transportation 2000 objectives over a 20-year period Identifies specific programs designed to accomplish these goals
The process to update the SWTP was initiated in October 1998, with the gathering ofparticipants across a broad range ofpublic interests. The process is expected to take two years to complete and covers the 2001-2025 planning horizon.

The Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP)

The Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) is a three-year multimodal program that contains federally funded projects identified through the planning process. Projects include:
Highways and Bridges To operate and maintain the existing 17,954 mile State Highway System

Intermodal Programs

To meet transportation needs of citizens and businesses in Georgia by providing various

modes of travel, including public transportation, rail, airports, deep water ports, and bicycle . ,

and pedestrian facilities.

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Transportation Enhancements To enrich the traveling experience of the highway user through enhancements to the transportation system.
Transportation Equity Act for the 2ist Century (TEA-21)
On June 9, 1998, President Clinton signed one of the most innovative transportation acts in U.S. history, called the Transportation Equity Act for the 21 st Century (TEA-21). This new legislation provides $198 billion in federal funding for highway, highway safety, transit and other surface transportation programs for the next six years, 1998-2003. TEA-21 replaces the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 (ISTEA), which was the last major authorizing legislation for surface transportation.

TEA-21's Impact on Georgia

Georgia will receive approximately $919 million in federal transportation funding for each of the

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next six years through TEA-21. This amount is close to 70% more than Georgia has received during the previous six years and is the second highest increase in the nation. Currently, Georgia ranks sixth out of all states for federal transportation funding authorized under TEA-21 .

Estimated TEA-21 Apportionments for Georgia (FY99-FY2003)

Major Programs FY99 FY2<XD FY2001 FY2CXJl FY2CXB

Interstate Maintenance Program

$142,345 $143,727 $146,637

$149,086

$151,966

National Highway System (NHS)

$139,417 $140,751 $143,560 $145,924 $149,287

Surface Transportation Program (STP)

$186,959 $188,735

$192,476

$195,624

$199,327

Air Quality Improvement Program

$24,159

$24,387

$24,878

$25,283

$25,759

Through TEA-21, Georgia will improve the return on the federal gas tax it collects every year. Georgia is guaranteed to get back 90.5% of the federal gas tax that is collected with the state. This is an improvement over the 74% return that the state received between 1992-1997.

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Source: Georgia DOT Office of Communications

Georgia's Highway System

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Georgia's highway system is considered one of the best in the nati.on. This system is designed to network Georgia's county roads, city streets, interstates and State Highway System together to form public roads that efficiently carry travelers to and from their destinations.

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Statewide Highway System Interstates County Roads City Streets
Small Urban Area
Statewide Highway System Interstates

Mileage
14,168 810 66,589 3,769
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50,490,J 25 26,596,300 28,356,667 l ,759,346
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2,750

. City Streets

3,796

... Urban Area

.. Statewide Highway System 1,543

.. Interstates

355

.. County Roads

11 ,6 3 0

...... City Streets

5,733
* Daily Vehicle Miles Traveled

4,917,059 5,165,596
34,481 ,940 38,503,382 35,387,928 14,579,148

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Miles of Georgia Road 1998

Source: DOT Office of Information Services

.. City Streets

.... Interstates 1,244 .. 1%

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State Highway System

.. Total: 113,465 miles of Public Road in Georgia

Georgia's Highway System

Preparing a Highway Project for Construction
Highway construction demands adherence to a structural process of Federal and State requirements, as specified in Federal and State codes. A typical highway construction project takes approximately 56 months from conception to the beginning of construction.

Time Table to Prepare a Typical Highway Project for Construction

Phase

Activity Description

Avg. Time

Team effort to establish project characteristics 6 months

Public meetings/Data analysis/Alternatives

1 month

Concept Development/ Preliminary Engineering

Determine Final ahernatives/Prepare Concept report
Environmental studies, public hearings and approval

I month 12 months

Survey Activities

1 month

Design

13 months

Total time for Concept Development/ Preliminary Engineering 34 months

Right of Way Acquisition

Property title research and prepare R/W plans
Property value appraisal and appraisal review

6 months 6 months

Acquisition ofR/W and relocation assistance 10 months

Total time for R/W acquisition

22 months

Total Time for a Typical Project

56 months

Source: Georgia DOT Office of Road and Airport Design

Georgia's transportation system consist ofthe following programs which contribute to maintaining and improving its efficiency for travelers:

National Highway System (NHS)

Local Assistance Road Program (LARP)

Oversize Truck Route System Governor's Road Improvement Program (GRIP)

Surface Transportation Program (STP)

The National Highway System (NHS)

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The National Highway System (NHS) was established by the Intermodal SurfaceTransportation Efficiency Act (!STEA) of1991 to serve as a network of highways that could link different modes oftransportation suchas; major shipping ports, airports, intermodal facilities and public transportation together. The linking ofthese transportation systems allows NHS to form a quality system that helps increase economic vitality nationwide.

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National Highway System Facts

Total NHS Mileage

165,000 miles

Total Georgia NHS Mileage

4,665 miles

Total Georgia Interstate Mileage

1,244 miles

NHS Major Intermodal Connector Routes 52 miles

---------------------------------- Other NHS Routes

3,369 miles

Source:

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Oversized Trnck Route Facts

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I STAA Access Routes
I Georgia created STAA Access Routes to assist truck traffic in reaching terminals and delivery
I points more directly. A few ofthe Access Routes

Total number of STAA National Network miles in Georgia
Total number of approved STAA route mileage in Georgia

2,425 miles (including interstates)
9,246 miles (including National Network)

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The Governor's Road Improvement Program (GRIP)

The Governor's Road Improvement Program (GRIP) was initiated in 1989 by a resolution of the state legislature and the Governor, to connect 95% of our state's cities, with a population of2,500 or more citizens, to the Interstate System. The GRIP system will also ensure that 98% of all areas within the state will be within 20 miles of a four-lane road.
GRIP is made up offourteen corridors (economic development highways) and 2,690 miles of roadways.

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Appalachian Development Highway Corridor Z or the South
Georgia Parkway US27 US82 Fall Line Freeway US319 US19 US84 USI/SRI7 Savannah River Parkway Golden Isles Parkway US441 SR72 Outer Perimeter

GRIP Facts
55.4% of the GRIP Corridors are open or under construction, making up 1,371 miles 19 projects were opened to traffic in FY98 Open projects represent 70.69-miles under construction at a cost of$122.9 million The estimated cost to complete all of the GRIP Corridors is approximately $2.4 billion The estimated time it will take to complete the GRIP program is 24 years. GRIP has provided 15,000 new jobs in Georgia, constituting an annual economic impact of $300
million.
Source: Georgia DOT Office of Preconstruction

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- The Local Assistance Road Program (LARP) is a resurfacing program initiated in 1978 to help local
governments preserve the integrity oftheir paved road systems.
How it works
Each year during late summer or early fall, the Commissioner ofthe Georgia Department ofTransportation requests that all cities and counties submit a LARP Priority List of roads or streets in their jurisdiction, which need to be resurfaced. The DOT reviews each road and street submitted and
-develops a needs assessment and cost estimate.
-=' LARP Funding
Funding for LARP projects comes from the Motor Vehicle Fuel Tax with a current annual level of
- $38.6 million. Each year the DOT reviews the lists of projects received from each local government and makes selections based on need and availability of funds, once the level of funding is established.
LARP Facts
The current level of funding will resurface approximately 2,000 miles per year There are currently 62,100 miles on the county and city paved road systems Based on the LARP priority List the paving needs for FY98 exceed $83 million*
*It is estimated that two to three times this amount ofresurfacing needs exists but are not identified because local governments are aware ofthe approximate amount offunding they are able to receive.
- Source: Georgia DOT Office of State Aid
~ Surface Transportation Program (STP)
""' The Surface Transportation Program (STP) is a block grant program that may be used for any roads (including NHS) that are not functionally classified as local or rural minor collector roads. These roads are referred to as Federal-aid roads. Transit capital projects are also eligible under the program.
---~ STP Funding Each state must set aside 10% ofits STP funds for safety construction activities and 10% for transportation enhancement activities. Fifty percent of the funds are divided between areas with a population over 200,000, along with the remaining population areas in the state. The remaining 30% can be used in any areas of the state.
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NAVIGATOR, Georgia's integrated Intelligent Transportation System (ITS), is a joint venture between the Georgia-Department ofTransportation, Federal Highwa Administration (FHWA), Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) and Atlapta Regional Commission. It is designed to minimize congestion offreeway and arterial infrastructure and improve traveler safety within the Atlanta Metro area.
Georgia's NAVIGATOR is housed at the state-of-the art Transportation Management Center (TMC) located in the Wayne Shackelford Building. This system uses the latest telecommunications, video monitoring and detection, geographic information systems and data management technologies to provide Georgia residents with a safe and efficient transportation system.
NAVIGATOR is able to provide a regional transportation management system by combining the efforts of the Georgia Department of Transportation with the counties of Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Fulton and Gwinnett, the cities ofAthens, Atlanta and Savannah and the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA). The Transportation Control Centers (TCCs) in these areas link directly to the TMC, creating an inter-jurisdictional transportation management network extending more than 240 highway and 150 arterial miles.

Navigator

Video Monitoring and Detectio

The video monitoring and detection system uses real-time video o detect and'Verify surface and arterial street congestion, road incidents and road conditions.

This SY.Stem uses:

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Approximately, 67 .P. zoom and-.tih-full-color :P-V cameras

317 black and white video..detechon cameras, to gather information on average speed, traffic

volume and vehicle classification

22 slow-scan.cameras, to provioe operators at the MC with images oftraffic patterns

A gyroscopic camera to provide ~erial monitoring o traffic

More than 100 cameras operated by area TCCs

Changeable Message Signs {CMS)
Changeable Message Signs (CMS) display two types ofmessages, congestion messages and incident messages.

Congestion messages relate to the volume and speed of traffic over a section of highway Incident messages apply to accidents, stalls and construction There are 45 CMS located along Interstates 20, 75, 85, and Georgia 400
Traveler Information Kiosks
Traveler Information Kiosks are touch-screen displays that give up to the minute transportation information on MARTA schedules, weather, airline schedules and traveler information. There are more than 110 kiosks located around the state at highway rest areas, government buildings and transportation hubs.
Incident Management Program
The Incident Management Program is a part of Georgia's NAVIGATOR System. Its primary goal is to inform the public ofcongested roadways due to incidents and crashes; safely and quickly remove them from travel lanes and restore traffic to a smooth and normal flow. The Incident Management Program is made up of the following:
Highway Emergency Response Operator (HERO) Motor Vehicle Emergency Response Team (MoVER) Accident Investigation Sites (AIS) *DOT (*368)
Highway Emergency Response Operators (HEROs)
The main objectives for Highway Emergency Response Operators (HEROs) are to minimize major disruption offreeway traffic flow at incident locations, eliminate factors that can cause traffic tie-ups and reduce response time to incidents on the road.
Duties
Operators patrol thirteen routes, Monday through Friday, from 5:30 AM to 9:00 PM Initiate measures to reduce traffic congestion and delays Provide support to law enforcement, first-response and other emergency agencies

When HEROs are not attending to traffic incidents they are able to assist stranded motorists with minor mechanical problems including:
Changing flat tires Jump starting weak batteries Providing fuel or coolant Provicling road and travel information and use of a cellular phone Transporting motorists to safe areas away

HERO Facts
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Personnel position'S: Vehicles in fleet: Total assists/accidents worked
( 1998 through A,,.ugust' 31): Average response times:

32 34
22,964 9 minutes

Motor Vehicle Emergency Response Team (MoVER)
The Motor Vehicle Emergency Response (MoVER) Team was created to enhance traffic operations at the scene of an incident. The team's members are upper management DOT employees experienced in traffic operations, maintenance operations, incident assessment, communications protocol and clearance procedures.
Accident Investigation Sites (AIS)
Accident Investigation Sites (AIS) are 100-foot long shoulder extensions that provide a safe area for motorist involved in accidents to exchange information away from the danger of on-coming traffic. Approximately 75 AIS have been constructed along Interstates 20, 75, 85 and 285.
* DOT (*368)
*DOT (*368) is a free cellular phone service sponsored by the Georgia Department ofTransportation, BellSouth Mobility and AirTouch Cellular. Motorists who see or are involved in an accident or traffic congestion can call and report these incidents from a cellular phone 24 hours a day.
More Information
If you would like additional information please contact the Transportation Management Center at (404) 635-8017 or (404) 635-8018. Also visit NAVIGATOR's web-site at
www.georgia-navigator.com to find out real-time traffic information or to set up a tour of the
TMC.
Source: Georgia DOT Office of Traffic Operations

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Express Lanes are an integral part ofGeorgia's Intelli- -

gent Transportation Management System, designed to

.. help reduced air pollution, improve traffic congestion

and ensure a substantial time savings for commuters

who rideshare (two or more occupants per vehicle).

Express Lanes are identified by diamond-shaped pave-

ment markings and overhead signs located on Interstates

11111 20, 75 and 85. They are designated only for vehicles

~ carrying two or more occupants, alternative fuel ve-

11!1 hicles, motorcycles and emergency vehicles travelling

on Atlanta's Interstate System. The Express Lane Sys-

tem includes more than two dozen Park & Ride lots, Atlanta Regional Commission's Commute Con-

nections Program for employees, Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) buses and

trains, Cobb County Transit Buses (CCT) and various vanpool agencies.

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Express Lanes

Total Miles

78

Occupancy Requirements

Two or more occupants per vehicle Alternative fuel vehicles Motorcycles Emergency vehicles

Locations

I-75 & I-85 North; I-75 South to I-285 I-75 & I-85 through Downtown Atlanta



I-75 & I-85 I-20 Westbound I-20 Eastbound
Expansion Plans

I-20 East to I-285 & I-20 West to I-75/85
Hours of Operation
24 hours a day, 7 days a week 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM Monday - Friday 4 :00 PM to 7:00 PM Monday - Friday As I-85 is resurfaced, Express Lanes will be extended from I-285 to State Route 316

Source: Georgia DOT Office of Communications

Geographic Information System
The Georgia Department of Transportation began to map its counties and cities by hand (drawing with ink on linen drafting fabric), back in the 1950's. Today the Department has automated its county and city mapping program by establishing a Geographic Information System.
Geographic Information System {GIS)
This is an organized collection ofdata identified according to their spatial locations, using computer software and a hardware system that is designed to assemble, store, analyze and display geographically referenced information.
The Georgia Department ofTransportation has converted all of its county/city maps, the State Traffic Map and the Official Highway and Transportation Map to electronic format.
The Geographic Information System helps: Manage, analyze and provide a safe and efficient transportation system Manage construction projects View and analyze data for the rail system and airports Plan efficient routes for maintenance crews Assist the state government in providing a wide range of state services Route oversize truck loads
The GIS program allows the Georgia DOT to operate more efficiently, while providing the state government with maps and data to assist in a wide range ofstate services.
Source: Georgia DOT Office of Information Services

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-- The Transportation Enhancement Program was established by the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 (!STEA). The primary goal of this program is to enrich the traveling
- experience ofthe highway user through enhancements to Georgia's transportation system. TheTrans- portation Enhancement Program will continue for the next six years under the Transportation Equity
Act for the 2P1 Century (TEA-21), which replaced ISTEA in 1997.
- Transportation Enhancement Activities -- Transportation Enhancement Activities (TEA) are projects that use funding from TEA-21 to
enhance the public's transportation experience with a focus on cultural, natural, and scenic areas.
- TEA projects are divided into four categories: - Multi-Use facilities - Transportation Aesthetics for landscaping-type projects - Historic Preservation oftransportation-related facilities and archaeological resources
Scenic Preservation of viewsheds and scenic byways
-- How it works -- Potential projects are submitted from state and local governments or non-profit organizations who
seek funding for the projects' design and construction. All projects submitted are ranked by the
- Transportation Enhancement Advisory Panel, a volunteer group with interests in transportation and - environmental enhancements. The TEA Panel's recommendations assist the State Transportation - Board in selecting projects for funding. -- TEA Funding -. Funding is provided by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) through the Surface
Transportation Program (STP).
- 10% of STP funds received by the State are set aside for TEA projects. Projects may be funded with up to 80% of STP funds and 20% of local match funds.
-- TEA Projects FY 99 -- 87 new TEA projects are approved to receive funding during FY 1999
Georgia's FY 1999 apportionment for TEA projects is $37 million
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Public transportation is available to nearly four million citizens across Georgia and may be the only available means of mobility for many residents. Public transportation in Georgia is broken down into two sections: Urban Transit Service and Rural Transit Service
Urban Transit Service
This is a fixed route/fixed schedule service that uses standard public transportation equipment to provide a means of transportation for residents living in urban areas across the state.
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Advantages
Eases traffic congestion Lower pollution levels Provides access to commercial,
medical and business locations
Special Services
The Cobb County Transit (CCT) and Douglas County Rideshare are the two newest systems in the state. They both offer ridesharing and vanpool services, with CCI offering fixed route/fixed schedule service.

19'J7 Facts

Number ofsystems

10

Total revenue vehicles

1,119 buses, 238 rail cars (MARTA)

Revenue vehicle miles

62,255,241

Number ofPassenger Trips 180,724,353

Source: Georgia DOT Office of Intermodal Programs

Rural Transit Service
This is a demand/responsive service that uses small buses or vans to provide public transportation to Georgia residents living in rural areas.
Rural Transit Service Map

Advantages
Addresses the needs of rural, low density development
Offers a combination of services to meet local needs
Provides access to commercial, medical and business locations

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Social Circle Unadilla
Vienna Americus Lagrange

Special Services
A long-range goal of the Georgia Statewide Transportation Plan is to expand rural public transit programs across the state.

1997 Facts

Number ofsystems

73

Total revenue vehicles

238 (small buses or vans)

Revenue vehicle miles

5,559,412

Number of Passenger Trips 1,700,391

Source: Georgia DOT Office of Intermodal Programs

Georgia Rideshare Program
The Georgia Rideshare Program offers Georgia residents a safe and convenient way to commute to and from destinations through the operation of carpools, vanpools and Park & Ride lots. There are currently, 87 Park & Ride lots located throughout the state.

1998 Georgia Rideshare Facts

Number of lots

87

Number of available spaces 6,583

Total number ofusers

1,700

Percent usage (Statewide)

25%

Park & Ride Lots

As of August 8,l 997
Source: Georgia DOT Office of Intermodal Programs

The Georgia Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan
The Georgia Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan-Statewide Route Network was adopted by the State Transportation Board in August 1997 and updated in July 1998. The plan provides system and planning overviews; implementation strategies; design standards and route profiles and maps.
The Statewide Route Network
14 routes across Georgia Routes range in length from 39 miles to over 427 miles Total length of the system is 2,943 miles 70% of the network is located on the state highway system.
Each route has been given a unique name and number. The route signing process will be completed over a five-year period, with three routes being signed per year. Maps will be developed showing routes and providing relevant information to bicyclists and pedestrians.

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- 5 ChattlhoochM Tract - 1 5 Ctnlral - S5 M11ch 10 lht SH - 45 Uttlt WhH1 Hou11 - 65 Appaltchlln Gallway - 65 Savannah Rlvtr Run - 95 Coa111I

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Source: Georgia DOT Office of Planning

Estimated Track Route Mileage in Service

Railroad Company Miles

Norfolk Southern

1,987

CSX Transportation

1,78 1

Atlantic & Gulf

75

Chattahoochee Industrial

15

Chattanooga & Chickamauga 67

Colonel's Island

13

Georgia Central

188

Georgia and Florida

138

Georgia Northeastem

67

Georgia Woodlands

17

Great Walton

37

Hartwell

58

Louisville & Wadley

10

Ogeechee

87

Saint Marys

11

Sandersville

9

Savannah State Docks

10

South Carolina Ce ntral

Georgia Southwestern Division 258

Georgia & Alabama Division 99

Georgia Great Southern

25

Valdosta Railway

10

TOTAL

4,962

Georgia Rail System
The Georgia Railroad System consists ofapproximately 5,000 route miles. The leading rail freight commodities originating and terminating in Georgia are the following:
Coal Wood products Non-metallic minerals
Two major freight railroad companies, CSX Transportation and the Norfolk Southern Company, own and operate 76% of the total state system.
CSX operates 1,987 miles of railroad in Georgia Norfolk Southern operates 1,781 miles ofrailroad
in Georgia
Railroad Facts (Light Density vs. Mainlines)
Light Density lines
24% or 1,194 miles of the state's railroad system is owned and operated by 19 independent or short line operators.
Norfolk Southern has approximately 600 miles of light density lines and CSX has another 100 miles.
Georgia's light density lines carry less than three mill ion gross tons of freight per year and function as local service operators, primarily in rural agricultura l areas.
Mainlines
3,100 miles of the rail system are classified as "mainl in e s . "
Some Georgia mainlines transport more than 40 mill ion gross tons per year, ranking them among the most heavily used in the country.

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Proposed Commuter Rail Service
The progressive expansion of urban areas into suburbia and the limited potential to add highway capacity makes commuter rail an attractive method of supplying commuting travel service. The Georgia Commuter Rail Plan's recommendations are as follows:
Use existing rail lines for passenger service Provide service at 40 stations in 50 counties
(staged over a 20-year period) Implement Phase I with one line to Bremen,

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Source: Georgia DOT Office of lntermodal Programs

Railroad Passenger Service in Georgia

Atlanta - Crescent

80,743

Gainesville - Crescent 4,406

Toccoa - Crescent

3,200

Jesup - Silver Meteor 6,686

Savannah - Silver Meteor 42,243

Total

137,278

Rail Passenger service in Georgia is provided byAMTRAK (the National Railroad Passenger Corporation). AMTRAK operates the following routes:
The CRESCENT operates between New York and New Orleans with stops in Atlanta, Gainesville and Toccoa.
The PALMETTO, SILVER METEOR and SILVER STAR operate daily between New York and points in Florida with stops in Savannah and Jesup.

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Source: Georgia DOT Office of Intermodal Programs

Proposed Intercity Passenger Rail Service
A two-tiered intercity passenger rail network has also been proposed for the state of Georgia. Recommendations for implementation are as follows:

First Priority Corridors
Atlanta - Macon via Griffin Savannah - Jacksonville via Jesup Macon - Savannah via Vidalia or
Eastman and Jesup Macon - Albany via Americus

Second Priority Corridors
Atlanta to Augusta via Madison Atlanta to Columbus via Griffin Atlanta to Greenville via Gainesville
and Toccoa

Recommended Intercity Rail Passenger Routes

- -First - priority routes
Alternative routings
Second -priority routes

annah

Jacksonville
Source: Georgia DOT Office of Intermodal Programs

Airports/Commercial & General Aviation & Air Carrier I09

Publicly owned and open to the public

103

Privately owned and open to the public

6

Private Use

Airports/General Aviation

207

Heliports

98

Total number of aircraft based in Georgia

7,000*

*Including single engine/turbine/multi-engine

The Georgia Statewide Aviation Plan provides guidance and directs the development ofthe state's air carrier and general aviation system of airports, which helps support Georgia's economic development and participation in the global marketplace.

Georgia Publicly Owned Airports

Georgia's Publicly-Owned Airports

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Source: Georgia DOT Office of Intermodal Programs

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Scheduled Air Carrier Service
The following nine Georgia cities provide regularly scheduled commercial carrier service:

Albany Athens Atlanta Augusta Brunswick

Columbus Macon Savannah

Air Carrier Facts (1997)

Number of passengers 71 Million

International airports (Atlanta and Savannah)

7

Number ofemployees (excluding Atlanta)

17,438

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Georgia's ports serve as a gateway for international commerce, through which goods are imported and exported to destinations worldwide. In FY 98, Georgia's ports handled 11,370,911 tons ofcargo statewide, which accounts for a 5.1% increase over FY 97 figures (10,814,857 tons ofcargo).

Statewide Economic Impact
The continued growth of Georgia's ports play an important role in ensuring Georgia's economic well being.

GPA and Private Terminals

Revenue Income State/Local Taxes Employment

$23 Billion $1.8 Billion $585 Million 80,100

The Four Main Georgia Ports
1. Port of Savannah 2. Port ofBrunswick 3. Port ofBainbridge 4. Port of Columbus

Georgia Exports and Imports
Below is a list of the major shipping cargo the Georgia Ports Authority has handled over FY98:

Major Exports

Major Domestic Imports

Woodpulp

Automobiles

Linerboard

Iron & Steel

Paper Products

Machinery

Clay

Woodpulp

Machinery

Foodstuffs

Automobiles


Shipping Through Georgia's Ports
Bainbridge & Columbus
64,709
1% Total: 11.3 Million Tons of Cargo Future Developments
Port of Brunswick Completion ofthe new Sidney Lanier bridge in 2000 Deepening of the Brunswick Harbor Expansion of auto processing/storage capabilities Port of Savannah Expansion of transACTION, Georgia Ports Authority Automated Cargo Terminal Information &
Operations Network and Radio Frequency Technology Development of 175,000 square foot transit shed Development ofan additional 700 feet of berthing Deepening ofthe Savannah Channel Port of Bainbridge Completion of a new dock
Source: Georgia Ports Authority


Transportation
Funding

Georgia has three major sources for funding public sector transportation programs. Each source represents traditional means ofcarrying out capital projects, maintenance, operation ofprograms, research, planning and other transportation initiatives.
Federal Funds State Funds Local Funds
Georgia General Assembly
The Georgia General Assembly funds transportation programs from motor fuel tax and general funds or through the issuance of general obligation bonds. Projects funded by this program may include the following:
State and Federal roads and bridges Local roads Developmental highway programs (Governor's Road Improvement Program) Intermodal projects (Public transportation, rail, ports, aviation and bicycle and pedestrians)
Gas Tax Funds
Georgia has the second lowest gas tax in the nation. Georgia collects a motor fuel tax of 7.5 cents per gallon on gasoline, diesel fuel, gasohol, liquid propane and any other substance sold as motor fuel. It also levies a retail motor fuel sales tax for transpot1ation at a rate of 3%.

State General Funds
$7,751,771
0.696

Federal Funds*
$632,023,569 51.496

Total Motor Fuel Tax Funds**
$557,000,000 45.396

Other Funds
$18,001,088 1.596

*FHWA Coast Guard & Misc. Federal funds ** 7.5 motor fuel tax, 3% sales tax, interest on motor fuel tax
Total Revenue Fiscal Year (1999) $1,229,776,428

General Obligation Bonds
$15,000,000 1.296
Source: Georgia DOT Office of Budget Services

Transportation
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STIP* Distribution by Type of Project Fiscal Years 1999-00-01

Enhancement

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Total Programmed Expenditures Fiscal Years (1999-2000-2001) $3.6 Billion
* Statewide Transportation Improvement Program
Source: Georgia DOT Office of Programming

HTTP://WWW.DOT.STATE.GA.US
The Georgia Department ofTransportation's web site is designed to provide internet users with the latest information on Georgia's transportation system, which is considered one of best in the nation.

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This web site offers a variety of useful information about the Georgia DOT including:
GDOT General Information Frequently Asked Questions List ofContacts Traveler Information Maps
Phone Directory
Responsibilities ofGDOT Divisions Up-to-date Traffic Conditions On-going Construction Projects

Links To Other Important Web Sites
U.S. Department ofTransportation
http://www.dot.gov
Bureau ofTransportation Statistics
http://www.bts.gov
Federal Highway Administration
http://www.fbwa.gov
Navigator
http://www.georgia-navigator.com

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Source: GDOT Office of Communications


Accident Investigation Sites (AIS)
Interstate shoulder extensions that provide a safe area for motorists involved in accidents to exchange information.
Changeable Message Signs (CMS)
Electronic highway signs that display congestion and incident messages to travelers on I-20, I-75, I85 and Georgia 400.
Cobb County Transit System (CCT)
The public transportation system operated by Cobb County.
Daily Vehicle Miles Traveled (DVMT)
A daily average of the amount of miles a vehicle travels on Georgia's public roads.
*DOT (*368)
Free cellular phone service for motorists who see or are involved in an accident or traffic congestion.
Express Lane System
Travel lanes designated only for vehicles carrying two or more occupants, alternative fuel vehicles, motorcycles and emergency vehicles travelling on I-20, 1-75 and I-85 within the metro Atlanta area.
Geographic Information System (GIS)
An organized collection of data that utilizes computer software and a hardware system to assemble, store, analyze and display geographically referenced information.
Georgia Rideshare Program
Transportation program that provides a safe and convenient way to commute to and from destinations through the operation of carpools, vanpools and Park & Ride lots.
Governor's Road Improvement Program (GRIP)
Georgia's effort to create a statewide system of four-lane highways to enhance economic development throughout the state.
Highway Emergency Response Operators (HEROs)
Department ofTransportation employees who are skilled at offering assistance to motorists with vehicle problems or individuals involved in accidents on Atlanta's interstates.
Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act (ISTEA)
Surface transportation legislation created by Congress in 1991 to guide and fund the nation 's transportation system through fiscal year 1997.

Interstate
A freeway that is part of the Dwight D. Eisenhower National System of Interstate and Defense Highways (the Interstate System); a divided highway which can be accessed only by on and off ramps.
Local Assistance Road Program (LARP)
The Georgia resurfacing program designed to assist local governments in preserving their paved road systems.
MARTA
Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority; the public transportation system serving the metro Atlanta area (Fulton and DeKalb counties).
National Highway System (NHS)
A network oflnterstates and other major routes that can link different modes oftransportation together.
NAVIGATOR
Georgia's integrated Intelligent Transportation System designed to minimize congestion of freeways and improve traveler safety within the metro Atlanta area.
Public Transit
Passenger transportation service that is available to any person who pays a prescribed fare; operates on established schedules along designated routes with specific stops. Examples include bus, light rail and rapid transit.
Rural Transit Service
Public transportation located in rural areas that is available to the public on demand, by subscription or on a shared ride basis.
Statewide Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP)
A list of federally funded, priority transportation projects proposed to be carried out in the first three years ofadoption.
Statewide Transportation Plan (SWTP)
An outline for meeting Transportation 2000 objectives over a 20-year period.
Surface Transportation Assistance Act of 1982 (STAA)
A highway program that designates national routes for oversized trucks to move freight throughout the state.


Surface Transportation Program (STP)
A block grant program that can be used for any roads that are not functionally classified as local or rural mi nor collector roads.
Transportation 2000
A vision adopted by the Georgia State Board ofTransportation to guide the state's transportation program into the 2 1st century.
Transportation Control Centers (TCC)
Satellite transportation management facilities that are linked directly to the TMC, establishing a regional transportation management system.
,e Transportation Enhancement Activity (TEA)
..e A Transportation Enhancement project that uses funding from TEA-21 to enhance the public's
lie transportation experience by concentrating on cultural, natural and scenic areas.
lie Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21)
e New legislation that provides $198 billion in federa l funding for highway, highway safety, transit and
,e other transportation programs for the next six years ( 1998-2003).
ee Transportation Management Center (TMC)
The state-of-the-art facility, which houses the Georgia NAVIGATOR.
~ Urban Transit Service
e Public transportation service located within an urban area that operates on a fixed schedule along
designated routes. Service is avai lable to anyone who pays a prescribe fare.