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1999 TxDOT international activities report
Texas Department of Transportation, International Relations Office
Texas Department of Transportation, Austin TX, 1999
49 pages
Keywords: International transportation; State departments of transportation; Administration; Bridges; Inspection stations
Abstract: This report provides summaries of the activities of TxDOT's Assistant Director for Border Trade Transportation; International Relations Office; El Paso, Laredo, and Pharr districts; and Construction, Design, Environmental Affairs, Motor Carrier, Traffic Operations, Transportation Planning and Programming, Travel, and Vehicle Titles and Registration divisions. Detailed activity descriptions are also provided for research projects, the Border Technology Exchange Program, international visitors, the Texas international bridge approval process, and committees, conferences, and organizations. Finally, the report provides brief summaries of TxDOT publications related to international endeavors.
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Analysis of U.S.-Mexico traffic within Texas
Weissmann, AJ; Harrison, R
University of Texas at Austin, Center for Transportation Research; Texas Department of Transportation, Office of Research and Technology Transfer
University of Texas at Austin, Center for Transportation Research, Austin TX, 1995
169 pages
2932-2
Keywords: Databases; Economic factors; International trade; Infrastructure
Abstract: In providing incentives for increased trade among the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) could considerably liberalize freight carriage across these countries' respective borders. While Texas has s substantial economic interest in this increased trade, transportation planners indicate that the state, because of its strategic geographic location and its 2000-km-long border with Mexico, is destined to sustain a disproportionate share of such negative effects as traffic hazards, pavement consumption, and excessive capacity of its highways and border crossings. Accordingly, this report (1) updates and expands international traffic information in the Transborder database; (2) analyzes transborder traffic growth over the period 1993-94 (which takes into account the effects of NAFTA) and 1994-95 (which takes into account the Mexican peso devaluation); and (3) quantifies the amount of U.S.-Mexico trade that uses Texas' highway and rail infrastructure, but which has origins and destinations outside Texas.
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Application of the Fourth Amendment to the inspection of commercial motor vehicles and drivers
Jones, Richard O
Transportation Research Board, Washington DC, 2000
32 pages
NCHRP Legal Research Digest, No. 43
Keywords: Planning; Administration; Transportation; Law; Safety; Human factors; Public transit; Freight transportation
Abstract: Law enforcement officers are expected to conduct traditional motor carrier safety inspections and watch for and intercept illegal cargo while upholding the Fourth Amendment to the U. S. Constitution, which protects citizens from unreasonable search and seizure. This report reviews court decisions, statutes, administrative regulations, and other authorities regarding commercial motor vehicle stops and inspections. It suggests guidelines to assist state law enforcement officials in stopping and inspecting vehicles without violating the Fourth Amendment. The report covers the warrant requirement and exceptions to it, searches of homes or dwellings, and the Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program.
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Binational border transportation planning and programming study : Task 1 : annotated bibliography
La Empresa S. de R.L.; Barton-Aschman Associates, Inc.
Federal Highway Administration, Washington DC, 1997
113 pages
Keywords: Bibliographies; International transportation; Socioeconomic factors; Environment; Planning; Urban development
Abstract: This annotated bibliography represents a compilation of the top 198 most relevant United States and Mexican reports, proposed projects, studies, etc. which relate to the Binational Transportation Planning and Programming Study. These documents contain information regarding all modes of transportation (rail, truck, air, marine, intermodal) which directly affect the border area between Mexico and the United States. Also included are some reports concerning socioeconomic data, environmental, planning, law, administration, finance and urban development topics and how these relate to transportation across and near the United States/Mexico border. References were obtained from persons involved in the study, consultants, government officials, colleges and universities, previous studies, and various other sources.
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Binational border transportation planning and programming study : Task 2 : summary report of U.S. and Mexican Transportation infrastructure
La Empresa S. de R.L.; Barton-Aschman Associates, Inc.
Federal Highway Administration, Washington DC, 1998
46 pages
Keywords: Infrastructure; Traffic lanes; Highways; Railroads; Seaports; Airports; Pipelines; Socioeconomic factors; Demographics; Geographic information systems
Abstract: International trade across the U.S.-Mexican border travels by several different modes on various land and sea transportation facilities. This summary report combines both U.S. and Mexican information on the border transportation facilities. The inventory of binational transportation facilities considers five modes of transportation: roadways, railroads, seaports, airports, and pipelines. In addition, the inventory documents the socioeconomic and demographic characteristics of the border region. Two other documents were prepared in conjunction with the Task 2 summary report. One is a detailed inventory report prepared for the Mexican side of the border. The other is a detailed inventory report prepared for the U.S. side of the border.
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Binational border transportation planning and programming study : Task 2 : U.S. transportation infrastructure
La Empresa S. de R.L.; Barton-Aschman Associates, Inc.
Federal Highway Administration, Washington DC, 1998
109 pages
Keywords: Infrastructure; Highways; Railroads; Seaports; Airports; Pipelines; Socioeconomic factors; Demographics; Geographic information systems; Traffic lanes
Abstract: This report is an overview of the border transportation facilities located on the U.S. side of the border. The inventory of binational transportation facilities considers five modes of transportation: roadways, railroads, seaports, airports, and pipelines. In addition, the inventory documents the socioeconomic and demographic characteristics of the border region. Two other documents were prepared in conjunction with Task 2. One is a similar detailed inventory report prepared for the Mexican side of the border. The other is an executive summary which combines both U.S. and Mexican information into a single summary report.
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Binational border transportation planning and programming study : Task 2 : Mexican transportation infrastructure
La Empresa S. de R.L.; Barton-Aschman Associates, Inc.
Federal Highway Administration, Washington DC, 1998
180 pages
Keywords: Infrastructure; Highways; Railroads; Seaports; Airports; Pipelines; Socioeconomic factors; Demographics; Geographic information systems; Traffic lanes
Abstract: This report is an overview of the border transportation facilities located on the Mexican side of the border. The inventory of binational transportation facilities considers five modes of transportation: roadways, railroads, seaports, airports, and pipelines. In addition, the inventory documents the socioeconomic and demographic characteristics of the border region. Two other documents were prepared in conjunction with Task 2. One is a similar detailed inventory report prepared for the U.S. side of the border. The other is an executive summary which combines both U.S. and Mexican information into a single summary report.
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Binational border transportation planning and programming study : Task 3 : inventory of selected ports of entry
La Empresa S. de R.L.; Barton-Aschman Associates, Inc.
Federal Highway Administration, Washington DC, 1998
144 pages
Keywords: Trade; Inspection stations; Infrastructure; Highways; Customs administration; International trade
Abstract: This report discusses the standard border crossing event processes for pedestrians, passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles and rail. Through the selection of six port of entry systems (POE systems) this report discusses in detail the regional transportation infrastructure, the physical description of POEs, staffing and hours of operation of the POEs, system operation, and a statistical description of vehicular and trade flows. The six port of entry systems inventoried are: San Diego-Tijuana, Nogales-Nogales, El Paso-Ciudad Juarez, Eagle Pass-Piedras Negras, Laredo-Nuevo Laredo and Brownsville-Matamoros.
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Binational border transportation planning and programming study : Task 3.1 : description of commercial motor vehicle trade flow process
La Empresa S. de R.L.; Barton-Aschman Associates, Inc.
Federal Highway Administration, Washington DC, 1996
58 pages
Keywords: International transportation; Infrastructure; Commodities; Trade; Flow; Systems; Operations; International trade
Abstract: This report describes generic trade flow processes for three types of cross border trade: traditional, maquiladora and agricultural. Each trade type has characteristics which influence the processing at the ports of entry. Agricultural products undergo different inspections than traditional or maquiladora trade. The frequency of maquiladora trade has created specialized procedures to reduce inspection and document processing times, thereby, reducing the overall border crossing times. The northbound and southbound trade flow processes are laid out in a step-by-step format in order to clearly understand the process as well as identify the parties involved and time costs.
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Binational border transportation planning and programming study : Task 4 : the U.S. transportation planning and programming processes
La Empresa S. de R.L.; Barton-Aschman Associates, Inc.
Federal Highway Administration, Washington DC, 1998
124 pages
Keywords: Transportation planning; Programming (Planning); Planning methods; Administrative procedures; Intermodal transportation; City planning
Abstract: Task 4 is generally intended to determine what types of individual and/or cooperative planning and programming processes are in place within or affecting the border region. Planning and programming activities occur on both sides of the border. The focus of this task report is on developing an understanding of the elements that will be needed to establish and conduct a binational transportation planning process that can comply with the intent of relevant U.S. and Mexican laws and administrative regulations pertaining to transportation planning. This report describes the planning process used in the United States.
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Binational border transportation planning and programming study : Task 4 : the Mexican transportation planning and programming processes
La Empresa S. de R.L.; Barton-Aschman Associates, Inc.
Federal Highway Administration, Washington DC, 1997
60 pages
Keywords: Transportation planning; Programming (Planning); Planning methods; Administrative procedures; Intermodal transportation; City planning
Abstract: Task 4 is intended to determine what types of individual and/or cooperative planning and programming processes are in place within or affecting the border region. Planning and programming activities occur on both sides of the border. The focus of this task report is on developing an understanding of the elements that will be needed to establish and conduct a binational transportation planning process that can comply with the intent of relevant U.S. and Mexican laws and administrative regulations pertaining to transportation planning. This report describes the planning process used in Mexico.
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Binational border transportation planning and programming study : Task 8 : current trade and passenger flow data
La Empresa S. de R.L.; Barton-Aschman Associates, Inc.
Federal Highway Administration, Washington DC, 1998
96 pages
Keywords: Trade; Federal government; Customs administration; Commodities; Origin and destination
Abstract: This report describes the existing trade and passenger flows between Mexico and the U.S at three levels of geographic detail: national, U.S. Customs district, and port of entry. At the national level the report discusses the various sources of trade data, differences between these sources, maquiladora versus traditional trade, and trends in the major commodity movements. In addition, there is a discussion of mode use by commodity and intermodal facilities. At the district level there is a discussion of the major commodities moving through each of the four U.S. Customs districts along the U.S./Mexican border. There is also, a discussion of the usefulness of the available origin and destination data related to U.S./Mexico trade. At the port of entry level, tables are provided that indicate the mode use at each port of entry.
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Binational border transportation planning and programming study : Task 6 : analysis of public and private investment programs in Mexico and the United States
La Empresa S. de R.L.; Barton-Aschman Associates, Inc.
Federal Highway Administration, Washington DC, 1998
66 pages
Keywords: International trade; Customs administration; Products; Origin and destination; Finance; Planning; Programming (Planning)
Abstract: This task includes an analysis of both public and private investment programs in infrastructure and facilities for cross-border transportation or in other related activities, such as customs inspections, plant and animal health control, law enforcement, and immigration control, among others. The purpose of this analysis is to ascertain the consistency of the extent, opportunity, and location of such investments or investment programs. An analysis is done of current and scheduled investments, as well as those included in any given plan for both sides of the border, in order to determine whether there is consistency in the capacity, location, and timing of the projects in both countries. Traditional and innovative financing mechanisms, applicable in Mexico and the U.S., are discussed with the purpose of comparing opportunities based on the differences between the financial markets of both countries. Finally, a discussion is presented on the effect of the new national transportation policies and the changes of the legal framework regulating the transportation sector on investment requirements in infrastructure and equipment for cross-border transportation, and, in particular, the likelihood of attracting private capital.
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Binational border transportation planning and programming study : Task 9 : port of entry case studies
La Empresa S. de R.L.; Barton-Aschman Associates, Inc.
Federal Highway Administration, Washington DC, 1998
118 pages
Keywords: Infrastructure; Operations; Costs; Case studies; International transportation
Abstract: This report presents the findings and conclusions of the operational analysis performed at the Ports of Entry (POE) at the six case study locations along the United States-Mexico border: Nogales-Nogales, Eagle Pass-Peidras Negras, Otay Mesa-Mesa de Otay, Laredo-Nuevo Laredo, El Paso-Ciudad Juarez, and Brownsville-Matamoros. Each case study presents a description of the port of entry facilities and operations including the type and volume of trade flow. There is a description of the individual elements present at each POE as well as data collected as a part of the study. The analysis identifies the existing inefficiencies at each POE and opportunities to correct these inefficiencies. These studies did not consider changes to the existing inspection practices at the POE. The final chapter of the report summarizes the procedures used and general conclusions gleaned from the six studies. The results of these case studies were used to develop a standard methodology which is documented in the Task 13 report.
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Binational border transportation planning and programming study : Task 10 : economic impacts of U.S. - Mexico binational trade
La Empresa S. de R.L.; Barton-Aschman Associates, Inc.
Federal Highway Administration, Washington DC, 1997
115 pages
Keywords: Impact; Employment; Costs; Tonnage; Trucks; Logistics; Traffic congestion; Noise; Air; Accidents
Abstract: International trade creates both positive and negative impacts for the United States and Mexico, the border states, and the local border communities. Estimates of economic benefits are reported in this document, measured on the basis of jobs supported by U.S.-Mexico trade. Costs are also reported as a function of roadway wear and tear, bridge damage, congestion, air pollution, noise and accidents. Logistics costs incurred at the border are estimated. These potentially avoidable costs include customs broker fees, duplicative inspection fees, unnecessary load transfers, and crossing delays.
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Binational border transportation planning and programming study : Task 11 : changes in U.S. and Mexican cross border trade flows by land transportation systems
La Empresa S. de R.L.; Barton-Aschman Associates, Inc.
Federal Highway Administration, Washington DC, 1998
123 pages
Keywords: Trade; Logistics; Trucks; Railroads; Technology; Forecasting
Abstract: Commodity flows change over time in response to market conditions, technological innovation, logistical practices, and institutional factors. This report reviews recent trends or activities concerning these factors and evaluates how anticipated changes may affect modes of transport and routes. Year 2000 forecasts of binational merchandise trade flows are reported. The activities of binational groups working to address border area growth issues are also summarized.
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Binational border transportation planning and programming study : Task 12 : evaluation of U.S. and Mexican capabilities to forecast expanding trade
La Empresa S. de R.L.; Barton-Aschman Associates, Inc.
Federal Highway Administration, Washington DC, 1998
36 pages
Keywords: Forecasting; Trade; Economic indicators; International trade
Abstract: There are various methods of forecasting expanding trade in and between the United States and Mexico. This report provides an evaluation of the methods, data and existing forecasting models available to decision makers. Forecasting methodologies, including the time series model and the structural model are discussed. A compendium of existing border trade forecast studies in both the United States and Mexico is provided. Data needs and data sources for providing inputs to border state trade forecasts are also discussed.
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Binational border transportation planning and programming study : Task 13 : estimating border crossing utility
La Empresa S. de R.L.; Barton-Aschman Associates, Inc.
Federal Highway Administration, Washington DC, 1998
87 pages
Keywords: Infrastructure; Operations; Costs; International transportation; Commercial transportation
Abstract: This report is the continuation of the Task 9 effort, in which six case studies of commercial border crossings were conducted in order to determine problems in efficiency that affected the commercial roadway transportation crossing the border between the United States and Mexico.
The objective of this report is to indicate the type of information that is required to analyze the border crossings and to supply the techniques by which a transportation specialist or engineer could conduct the required analysis to improve the operational efficiency of transportation at a border crossing between the United States and Mexico. At the same time, this report provides the outline to establish the capacity of a commercial border crossing according to its critical components and a recommended process for designing the required infrastructure for a new commercial border crossing.
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Binational border transportation planning and programming study : Task 14 : methodologies for developing estimates of costs and benefits for assessing transportation impacts of U.S.-Mexico trade
La Empresa S. de R.L.; Barton-Aschman Associates, Inc.
Federal Highway Administration, Washington DC, 1998
88 pages
Keywords: Impacts; Employment; Costs; Tonnage; Trucks; Logistics; Traffic congestion; Noise; Air; Accidents
Abstract: This report is a companion to the Task 10, "Economic Impacts of U.S.-Mexican Binational Trade" document. The objective of this report is to provide additional detail regarding the calculation of benefits and costs; and to update the analysis procedures or findings of Task 10 with more current information if available. As the Task 10 report contained substantial discussion of methodological assumptions, techniques and sources of data used to undertake the analysis, this documentation is not repeated in Task 14, except where needed to clarify the presentation of methodologies. Where appropriate, this report suggests some shortcuts to the methodologies followed in Task 10, based on the ultimate perceived utility of the resultant findings. By the same token, areas needing additional research are also identified, given the importance of their findings.
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Binational border transportation planning and programming study : Phase IV : continuing transportation planning and programming
La Empresa S. de R.L.; Barton-Aschman Associates, Inc.
Federal Highway Administration, Washington DC, 1998
31 pages
Keywords: Transportation planning; Programming (Planning); Coordination; International; Commodity flow; International trade
Abstract: This report contains a description of opportunities for conducting continuing binational transportation planning and programming along the U.S.-Mexican border area. This area covers approximately 100 kilometers on each side of the border. The report describes the objectives and principles adopted by the Joint Working Committee (JWC). It also identifies some initial concepts for the JWC's continuing activities and describes an organizational structure to carry on the activities.
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