Roadside Information (RS-I)
Note: Equipment list adjusted to 2020 dollars. The date in parentheses under the capital cost value and O&M cost value represents the dollar year from which the cost value was adjusted. All costs are in $K.
| Unit Cost Element | IDAS# | Life (years) | Capital Cost $K, 2020 Dollars (Year) | O&M Cost $K/year, Dollars (Year) | Description | |
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| Highway Advisory Radio | RS017 | 20 | 17.53 - 40.91 (2005) | 0.70 - 1.17 (2005) | Capital cost is for a 10-watt HAR. Includes processor, antenna, transmitters, battery back-up, cabinet, rack mounting, lighting, mounts, connectors, cable, and license fee. Super HAR costs can exceed $9K additional. Primary use of the super HAR is to gain a stronger signal. |
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| Roadside Probe Beacon | RS020 | 5 | 3.45 - 5.51 (2001) | 0.34 - 0.55 (2001) | Two-way device (per location). |
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| LED Count-down Signal | 10 | 0.22 - 1.08 (2020) | Costs range from low (two 12x12-inch dual housing unit) to high (16x18-inch single housed unit). Signal indicates time remaining for pedestrian to cross, and a walk or don't walk icon. Count-down signals use low 8-watt LED bulbs, which require replacement approximately every five to seven years. |
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| Highway Advisory Radio Sign | 10 | 3.72 - 6.69 (2005) | 0.19 - (2005) | Cost is for a HAR sign with flashing beacons. Includes cost of the controller. |
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| Dynamic Message Sign | RS015 | 10 | 34.95 - 87.01 (2005) | 1.71 - 4.46 (2005) | Low capital cost is for smaller DMS installed along arterial. High capital cost is for full matrix, LED, 3-line, walk-in DMS installed on freeway. Cost does not include installation. |
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| Dynamic Message Sign Tower | RS016 | 20 | 31.58 - 251.45 (2020) | Low capital cost is for a small structure for arterials. High capital cost is for a larger structure spanning three to four lanes. DMS tower structure requires minimal maintenance. |
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| Wireline to Roadside Message Sign | RS013 | 20 | 6.41 - 9.62 (1995) | |||
| Dynamic Message Sign - Portable | 14 | 1.98 - 17.85 (2019) | 0.45 - 1.34 (2005) | Trailer mounted DMS (three-line, 8-inch character display); includes trailer, solar or diesel powered, and equipped with cellular modem for remote communication and control. Operating costs are for labor and replacement parts. |
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| Roadside Message Sign | RS010 | 20 | 28.48 - 42.72 (1995) | 1.42 - 2.14 (1995) | Fixed message board for HOV and HOT lanes. |
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| Variable Speed Display Sign | 2.55 - 3.45 (2001) | Low range is for a variable speed limit display system. High range includes static speed sign, speed detector (radar), and display system. |
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| Pedestrian Crossing Illumination System | 5 | 19.60 - 29.93 (2003) | 1.89 - 2.89 (2001) | The capital cost range includes cost of equipment and installation. Equipment includes fixtures, four lamps per lane for a three lane crosswalk, controller, pole, and push button activator. Installation is estimated at 150% to 200% of the total equipment cost. Capital cost would be greater if the system included automated activation of the in-pavement lighting system. O&M is approximately 10% of the equipment cost. |
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| Other Unit Cost Elements | - | Summary values under development |
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