Applying technology and scientific principles to transportation system design

Bodwé conducts feasibility and corridor studies to determine the technical and economic feasibility of a project. We assess the practicality and viability by analyzing technical requirements, potential risks and challenges, project scheduling, cost estimation, market analysis, and financial feasibility to help clients make informed decisions regarding project initiation. Our corridor studies generally focus on evaluating potential routes for roadway development by analyzing various factors, including topography, land use, environmental impact, social considerations, and engineering constraints to identify the most suitable corridor for the proposed roadway. We help minimize environmental and social impact while optimizing the efficiency and effectiveness of the infrastructure.

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We deliver planning, layout, and engineering of roads and highways to ensure functional, efficient, and safe transportation infrastructure, including structure details, lighting plans, and ADA ramp details. Our experience includes geometric design, pavement design, signage, and traffic control, from residential intersections to interstate highways. We partner with Bodwé water resources experts for roadway drainage, stormwater management, and waterway crossing analysis, from concept through permitting. We have deep knowledge of IDOT and Illinois Tollway drainage guidelines and IDNR-OWR permitting rules, and we are well-versed in local stormwater ordinances throughout the northeast Illinois region. We are committed to understanding the unique needs and requirements of every project to develop efficient and cost-effective designs customized to achieve project goals.

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The Bodwé Group offers specialized expertise in intersection design studies. Robust traffic data, including volume, vehicle types, bicyclist traffic, and pedestrian activity, is crucial for understanding the existing conditions and identifying potential issues. Our experts assess the safety performance of the intersection by analyzing crash data, near-miss reports, and other relevant factors to identify patterns and potential hazards to improve safety. We evaluate the capacity of the intersection to handle existing and projected traffic volumes by studying factors such as lane configurations, turning movements, and queue lengths to determine the level of service (LOS).

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Bodwé offers our clients unparalleled expertise in traffic operations analysis and design, including traffic signal design, traffic signal timings and implementation, signal system planning and design, monitoring of closed loop signal systems, traffic signal warrant studies, and general traffic engineering studies. Our extensive background in traffic simulation modeling allows us to provide a wide variety of engineering solutions to serve our clients.  

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Our team prepares plans, specifications, and cost estimates for projects ranging in size and complexity from local street programs to major expressways. Collaborating across our infrastructure services teams, we also assist clients in applying for and securing grant funding for projects including storm sewer and storm water management, local roads and highways, multi-use paths and pedestrian improvements, parks and streetscapes, streambank stabilization, watermain improvements, parking lots, bridges, and more.

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Our transportation team also offers traffic management plans to help our clients in planning, designing, and implementing effective strategies to manage traffic flow, enhance safety, and minimize disruptions during construction or special events.

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One of the most the critical aspects of infrastructure planning and development is coordinating and managing utility systems that may be affected by a proposed project, including water, sewer, electricity, gas, telecommunications, and other underground or overhead utility lines. The Bodwé team ensure that these systems are properly identified, located, and accommodated to minimize conflicts and disruptions during construction and operation.

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