StreetLight Launches Industrys First Closure Impacts Tool to Instantly Predict How Lane Closures Affect Traffic Flow
Summary
StreetLight Data launched Closure Impacts, a new forecasting tool added to its Traffic Monitor product that lets operations teams instantly evaluate how lane closures will affect traffic flow. The tool enables rapid comparison of multiple lane-closure scenarios, visualizes likely diversion paths and congestion spillover, and helps identify low-impact work windows without requiring additional field sensors. StreetLight developed the feature with DOTs and AEC firms through collaboration and beta testing and integrated it with Traffic Monitor’s real-time incident feed, queuing, and route monitoring capabilities. The addition aims to speed scenario planning, improve work zone safety, and support clearer communication with the public and stakeholders during disruptions.