What is Highway Capacity Manual Volume 4?

The HCM includes three printed volumes (Volumes 1-3) that can be purchased from the Transportation Research Board in print and electronic formats. Volume 4 is a free online resource that supports the rest of the manual. It includes:

  • Supplemental chapters 25-38, providing additional details of the methodologies described in the Volume 1-3 chapters, example problems, and other resources.
  • A technical reference library providing access to a significant portion of the research supporting HCM methods.
  • Two applications guides demonstrating how the HCM can be applied to planning-level analysis and a variety of traffic operations applications.
  • Interpretations, updates, and errata for the HCM (as they are developed).
  • A discussion forum allowing HCM users to ask questions and collaborate on HCM-related matters.
  • Notifications of chapter updates, active discussions, and more via an optional e-mail notification feature.

Who Can Access HCM Volume 4?

HCM Volume 4 is free to everyone, but registration is required. Sign up now to take advantage of these resources and join the discussion!

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