Gradient Systematics
Traffic and revenue study services

Traffic and Revenue Study

Our principal, with more than 25 years of experience in the transportation industry, is a recognized expert in toll facilities studies at all levels, including sketch, intermediate, and investment grade.

Proven Expertise in Traffic & Revenue Forecasting

Our team has led traffic and revenue studies for toll roads, managed lanes, express lanes, and other tolled facilities across the United States and abroad. With deep expertise across sketch, intermediate, and investment-grade analyses, we deliver forecasts that meet the rigorous standards required by financial markets and public agencies.

Our principal has been involved in more than 100 T&R studies serving public and private clients in Texas, Virginia, Florida, California, South Carolina, North Carolina, Mississippi, and Colorado. Our experts have interacted with banks, financial advisors, underwriters, rating agencies, credit enhancers, and FHWA's TIFIA program.

25+ Years of Principal Experience in T&R Studies
100+ Traffic & Revenue Studies Completed
6 State DBE Certifications
TxDOT Pre-CertifiedDBEHUBSBEWBE

Studies at Every Level

From early corridor screening to bond-ready investment-grade forecasts.

Sketch-Level Studies

Preliminary feasibility assessments for early-stage corridor evaluation and screening of potential toll facility options.

Intermediate-Level Studies

Detailed traffic and revenue analyses supporting project development, environmental review, and stakeholder decision-making.

Investment-Grade Studies

Rigorous, bond-ready forecasts meeting the requirements of rating agencies, bond insurers, financial institutions, and FHWA's TIFIA program.

Our Capabilities

Comprehensive consulting for toll facility ventures and revenue forecasting.

Traffic & Revenue Forecasting

  • Toll road and managed lane revenue forecasting
  • Express lane and HOT lane revenue analysis
  • Ramp-up and long-term traffic projections
  • Sensitivity and risk analysis

Modeling & Simulation

  • Traditional four-step travel demand modeling
  • Advanced machine learning forecasting techniques
  • Macroscopic, mesoscopic, and microscopic simulations
  • Unconventional and hybrid modeling approaches

Financial & Stakeholder Coordination

  • Coordination with banks and financial advisors
  • Interaction with underwriters and rating agencies
  • Credit enhancer and bond insurer engagement
  • FHWA TIFIA program support

Toll Facility Consulting

  • Screening criteria for potential toll corridors
  • Complete T&R analyses at all levels
  • Financial plans and toll structure development
  • Toll policy and pricing strategy support

In-Depth Simulations for Transportation Projects

We use sophisticated T&R forecast approaches with both conventional and unconventional methods, including traditional four-step modeling and advanced machine learning techniques. Our team performs complex macroscopic, mesoscopic, and microscopic simulations for transportation projects nationwide.

Project Types We Support

From toll roads and managed lanes to express lanes and bridge crossings, we've delivered T&R studies for every major facility type.

Toll Roads

Greenfield & brownfield facilities

Managed Lanes

Express & HOT lane projects

Bridges & Tunnels

Toll facility feasibility

Express Lanes

Dynamic pricing & revenue

How It Works

From initial screening to bond-ready delivery.

01

Corridor Screening

We evaluate corridor feasibility, identify key assumptions, and define the study framework tailored to your project level.

02

Data & Modeling

We collect traffic data, develop or refine demand models, and calibrate forecasts using conventional and advanced techniques.

03

Revenue Analysis

We produce traffic and revenue forecasts with sensitivity analysis, risk assessment, and scenario testing for stakeholder review.

04

Delivery & Support

We deliver bond-ready documentation and support coordination with rating agencies, financial advisors, and public partners.

Let's Discuss Your Project

Whether you need a sketch-level screening or an investment-grade forecast, tell us about your project and we'll get back to you.