A Study on Traffic Management along EDSA in Metro Manila

1. A Study on Traffic Management Along EDSA and Quezon Avenue

2. Chapter 1Introduction
Digos, a renowned city for its fast growing economy due to their rich
agriculture and booming industry. But because of this development, traffic
issues arise and became more disturbing.

As we explore Digos, we observed a road congestion along Rizal

Avenue where a swarm of pedicabs (PUV) are rampantly gathered in this
area. Rizal Avenue is a crucial major street in Digos because the arterials that
is connected to this main road. Major daily human activities are located in
these main road. Commercial, Educational, and Recreational Institutions are
located in Rizal. And even the arterials that are necessary to reach the
market
is
located
in
Rizal.

We also cited parking vehicles along this main road causing rampant
increase
in
the
traffic
count
on
the
parked
section.
We conducted this case study to suggest solutions from the problem of
traffic congestion in Rizal Avenue.

3. 1.1 Background
4. 1.2 Objective of the Study Many studies of traffic congestions have shown
various factors that influence the flow of traffic. Road shave become more
congested, commuting time and distance lengthened, congestion, and
comfort level of public transport decreased and accidents increased.
The research principally aims at investigating the effectivity ofthe newly
implemented projects and policies as well as the capabilities of TMC officials.
Hence the following questions were formulated:
1. Is the present management capable in administering its function as a
government authority?
2. Upon the implementation of u-turns, Is there any improvement of traffic
flow?
3. What are the major causes of traffic build-up?

4. Does the newly-installed infrastructures intended for the pedestrians

impair the possibility of accident?
5. What remedial solutions can be done to ease traffic congestions?
11. General Objectives:
To reduce the travel time of PUVs by reserving lanes for their exclusive
preferential use;
To reduce severity of accidents usually caused by the impact of heavier
vehicles against smaller vehicles by separating vehicle traffic.Traffic Impact:
1. Reduction of travel time, thus increasing travel speed for PUVs;
2. Decrease in the severity of vehicular accidents due to weaving
maneuvers;
3. Limited time for PUV loading and unloading, thus, passengers will not
experience inconvenience due to long delays;

6. 1.3 Significance of the StudyThe study will provide better understanding

about the projects and policies of the TMC. It is important to the sense that it
explores the major problem encountered by the traffic officials, motorists and
the public.
7. 1.4 Scope and Limitations Study Area: The span of Rizal Avenue from
crossing Lim St. up to Caos Bridge. Focus of the Research: Newly
implemented projects (e.g, in front of Gaisano Marketplace), policies, and
management capabilities of officials. Respondents: Traffic officials, drivers,
passengers and internet-users
13. Methodology:
1. To start off, our group was assigned to conduct a Subarea study, and
we decided that we will focus our study along Rizal Avenue where
traffic congestion is noticeable especially during peak/rush hours.
2. After we realized the traffic condition we provide a preliminary solution
and that is to discourage the rickshaw (pedicab) from entering the
Rizal Avenue.
3. In order to come up more effective and un-bias solution we gather data
from the Citys Statistician:
-Land use and Zoning
-Registered Public and Private Vehicles (in the year)
-conduct survey
4. analysis of data
5. solution based on the analyzed data

6. conclusion

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14. Modified Traffic Scheme Rotunda-type IntersectionInformation:

TOC has implemented this scheme mostly on major thoroughfares i.e.
EDSA, C-5, Quezon Ave., SSH Pres. Quirino and Marcos Hi-way. To
date, a total of 14 U-turn slots were constructed along QC Ave. to
complement the implementation of the Quezon Avenue Clearway
ProjectObjective: To increase travel speed especially at
intersections, thus, mitigating travel delays; To mitigate occurrence of
angle collisions at intersections.
15. Traffic Impact: Increase in travel speed especially at intersections, and
travel delays are mitigated; Angle collisions accidents at intersections are
reduced; Queuing of vehicles at intersections is controlled.Future Plans and
Schemes:1. Expansion of Big Rotunda Scheme and Clearway Program2.
Construction of Pedestrian Footbridges3. Formulation of a Policy and
Regulation on road Construction4. To Push for a minimal toll fee charged by
PNCC at Expressways5. Opening of Kabihasnan Road for Vehicular Traffic
16. 2.2 Synthesis This study is closely related to the study conducted by the
Traffic Operation Centre of MMDA. It involves traffic investigations and
analysis regarding the newly implemented projects and policies.
17. 2.3 HypothesisThis Study is based on the following hypothesis: The
management is capable in managing the traffic and addressing the needs of
the motorists. There is an improvement upon the implementation of U-turns
but there is a great risks of accident. Indiscriminate loading /unloading and
swerving of vehicles are the major causes of traffic build-up. Newly-installed
vehicles like see-through fences and footbridges does not consequently abate
accident. Yellow Lanes for Buses are not beneficial to public utility vehicles.
The government should encourage the public to shift to mass transportation
and restrict the growth of car ownership.
18. Exposition of the Problem2.4 CONCEPTUAL Objectives FRAMEWORK:
Studies Interviews Distribution Surveys of Questionnaires Law Public
Enforcers Statistical Data Interpretation of Results Summary Solutions and
Recommendations
19. 2.5 Definition of Terms
Bottleneck a narrow passage where movement is slowed down

 Clearway avenue also known as Modified Rotunda

Corridors a long, narrow, densely populated area having two or more
major cities
Queuing a line of vehicles
Traverse to travel across
Swerving Transferring from one lane to the other
Weave length perpendicular distance from U-turn slot to an intersection
20. 2.6 Acronyms
BOT Board of Transportation
DPWH Department of Public Works and Hi-ways
EDSA Epifanio de los Santos Avenue
JICA Japan International Cooperation Agency
MIS Management Operation System
JOC Japan Overseas Corporation
MMDA Metro Manila Development Authority
MMETROPLAN Metro Manila Transport Land Use and Development Project
MMTC Metro Manila Transit Corporation
MMTMA Metro Manila Traffic Management Authority
MMUSTRAP Metro Manila Urban Transportation Strategy Planning Project
MRT Mass Rail Transit
PUJ Public Utility Jeep
PUV Public Utility Vehicle
MIS Management Information System
TEC Traffic Engineering Centre
TOC Traffic Operation Centre
TIC Transport Training Centre
22. Chapter 3Methodology

23. 3.1 RESEARCH DESIGN Descriptive method was used in this general
procedure, the method describes the nature of a situation as it exists at the
time of the study and explore the course of a particular phenomenon
(Travers, 1978). It has for its main purpose the description of phenomena.
24. 3.2 SAMPLES AND SAMPLING TECHNIQUES: The subject of this study are
the vehicles passing through the EDSA and Quezon Avenue. The respondents
were selected based on any of the following:
A regular trip maker
A Car user
A passenger
An MMDA official
25. 3.3 INSTRUMENTATION: A series of interviews, observations and hand-out
questionnaires were given in this study. The questionnaires were in two
forms, the English and Tagalog version. The former was translated into
vernacular so as to conform with the common people. Interview Guide was
also made to come up with an organized interview
26. 3.4 PROCEDURES ROAD SURVEYS Road surveys were done to have a
deeper understanding about the problem. The researchers crossed
overpasses and examined the effects of Yellow Lanes, U-turns and speed of
the flow of vehicles. Likewise investigations of the most frequently
encountered problems were observed.
27. INTERVIEWS
1ST Interview (Dec. 15, 2003) MMDA, Traffic Engineering Centre
2nd Interview (Jan. 28, 2004) MMDA, Traffic Education Department
28. DISTRIBUTION OF QUESTIONNAIRES Places visited: Bus Terminals in:
Baclaran and Araneta Jeepney Terminal in: Patranco People who frequent the
avenue were also given questionnaires.
29. The researchers accomplished a total of 55 questionnaires,30 came from
drivers and conductors; and 25 from the public The pie graph below shows
the distribution, togetherwith the corresponding percentage. Respondents
Drivers & Public Conductors 45% 55%
30. Chapter 4 Results and DiscussionsThe succeeding discussions were based
on the questionnaires

31. Question: 1.1 Is the present management of managing the traffic along
the avenue? Fig.1 Response to the capability of the MMDA management NO
aa 40.38 % 59.63% YESThe difference between choices is 19.24% in favor of
the MMDA.
32. Question: 1.2 Is graft and corruption (bribery) rampant among traffic
officials? Fig.2 Response to graft and corruption among traffic officials NO
14.81% 85.19% YESGraft and corruption is rampant with a difference of
70.38%
33. Question: 2.1 If you are going to choose are you in favor of the
implementation of U- turns or the traditional method which uses traffic lights?
Fig.3 Response of drivers and conductors to the Fig.4 Response of the general
public to the implementation of U-turns implementation of U-turns Traditional
U-turns Method Traditional U-turns 25% 75% Method 32% 68% Traditional
method which uses stoplights was favored by the drivers and conductors
rather than the U-turn slots.
34. Question: 2.2 Are concrete barriers intended for this scheme (u-turn)
prone to accident? Fig.4 Response of drivers and conductors to the Fig.5
Response of general public to the safety of safety of concrete barriers used in
U-turns concrete barriers used in U-turns NO YES 42.86% 65.52% 57.14%
34.48% NO YESNote that the two responses of the two groups are almost
identical
35. Question: 2.3 Are the spaces provided for u-turn slots enough in
accommodating turning vehicles? Fig.7 Response of drivers and conductors to
Fig.7 Response of general public to the the availability of spaces availability
of spaces NO 24.14% YES 40% 60% 75.86% NO YES Note that the affirmative
choice predominates
36. Question: 2.4 After reading the sign WALANG TAWIRAN, NAKAKAMATAY
will you: Fig.8 Response on "cross the road the road" vs. "take the strenous
pedestrian footbridge" taking the pedestrian crossing footbridge the road the
road 9.09% 90.91%With the above response there is a possibility that
accident can be prevented. The outcome was dominated by the second
choice with a result of +81.82%.
37. Question: 2.5 Are the fences (located along EDSA)capable of discouraging
pedestrians from occupying the avenue? Fig.9 Response on capability of
fences in discouraging pedestrians from occupying the avenue YES 75% 25%
NO The fences are effective in discouraging the pedestrian from occupying
the avenue.
38. Question: 3. Along the avenue, What are the things that dismay you?
Things that dismay the respondents Others Improper driving etiquette Too

many signages Illegally parked vehicles Swerving of vehicles Indiscriminate

loading & unloading Too many construction along the road 0 5 10 15 20 25
Number of Responses Drivers & Conductors Public
39. Question: 4.What are the things that satisfy youregarding the
improvement along the avenue? Things that satisfy the respondents
regarding the improvement along the avenue Others Implementation of
reforms and policies Newly-installed infrastructures Organized re- routing
scheme An increase flow of vehicles 0 5 10 15 20 Number of Responses
Drivers & Conductors Public
40. Question: 5.What do you think needs to be improved? Things to be
improved Others Nothing Road-widening project No. of MMDA officials More
traffic signs Discipline among drivers 0 5 10 15 20 25 Number of responses
Public Drivers & Conductors
41. 6. On the scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest and1 being the
lowest; Please rate the following: Grade/ Approval Categories Percentage( %)
Total Rating( %) MMDA capability in 93/195 47.69 -2.31 managing the
trafficEffectiveness of u-turns 120/195 61.54 11.54 Implementation of Yellow
Lanes for Buses 112/170 65.88 15.88 The flow of traffic 98/175 56.00
6.00Organized route among public and private 120/175 68.57 18.57 vehicles
Pedestrian safety 126/180 70.00 20.00MMDA response about illegally
operating 92/180 51.11 1.11 jeeps, buses, and FX-taxiesEfficiency of traffic
signs 123/180 68.33 18.33 The chairmanship of Chairman 119/155 76.77
26.77 Bayani Fernando
42. Chapter 5Summary, Conclusion and Recommendations
43. 5.1 Summary This study was conducted to determine the capability of
MMDA in managing the traffic along EDSA and Quezon Avenue
44. The following findings were arrived in this study: Most of the drivers are
against the implementation of U-turns. Graft and corruption is still rampant
among traffic officials. Indiscriminate loading and unloading is the major
cause of traffic build-up. Most of the respondents were satisfied with the
projects that guarantees pedestrians safety.
45. 5.2 Conclusion and Recommendations1. That the MMDA is capable in
administering its function thus it is proper to give commendation to the
authority as a government institution.2. U-turn slots are only applicable to
light and moderate traffic, the implementation of this plan should not be
practiced on major highways considering the frequent heavy traffic situation
of the Metropolis, similarly closing the intersections to facilitate the said plan
is inappropriate when there is enormous number of vehicles traversing the
highways.

46. 3. That the most serious cause of traffic build-up is indiscriminate loading
and unloading of public transport which in return puts to waste the huge
investment made for traffic management measures. Thus, it is recommended
that road user view point should be further enhanced during the planning
stage.4. Newly-installed infrastructures intended for the pedestrians impair
the possibility of accident.5. That Yellow Lane Scheme shows a favorable
impact to the vehicles. It is recommended to implement this scheme strictly
for smooth flow of traffic.
47. 6. To cope with problem in traffic congestions, there is a need to
concentrate on the development and improvement of the public transport
system. This is with hope that selected improvements might promote the
mode shift of a considerable private vehicle users to Mass Transit to reduce
traffic congestion significantly. Thereby recommending the following: Strict
regulation of car ownership No garage, no car policy Higher fees on
parking areas
48. A Thesis on TrafficManagement Along EDSA and Quezon Avenue
Presented By: Santos, Madison G. Penados, Gary Mondejar, Michael Angelo
Notada, Arnel Villeza, Bregnoli