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OFFICE OF RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, AND TECHNOLOGY AT THE TURNER-FAIRBANK HIGHWAY RESEARCH CENTER

Right of Way Cost Estimation Strategies and the Application of Geographic Information System Report

Project Information

Project Abstract:

Cost estimates for right of way (ROW) depend on the accuracy and reliability of information related to the location of the geospatial boundaries of a project. This report summarizes findings from research related to using geographic information systems (GIS) at a State Department of Transportation (DOT) for ROW cost estimation.

This report uses three main data sources for the background information:

  • A document review of publicly available reports focused on tools and methods used for ROW cost estimation throughout transportation project delivery, and the benefits and challenges of a standard electronic ROW cost estimation calculator.
  • A summary of findings from interviews with State DOT GIS and ROW specialists from four States with varying degrees of practical experience using GIS in their ROW cost estimation processes.
  • Findings from a peer exchange on the topic of ROW cost estimation.
Project Status:
Completed
Project Funding Amount (Contract Award Amount):
$63,314.00
Start Date:
End Date:
Public Access Plan:
Yes
Grant/Contract ID:
  • 693JJ319N300059
  • Volpe IAA Contract HW4MA219
FHWA Program Area:
  • Planning, Environment, and Realty
Fiscal Year / AMRP Program / AMRP Activity:
  • FY 2002-2022 / Planning, Environment, and Realty / Accelerating Project Delivery
FHWA Activity:
  • Data and Analysis
Project Outputs:

A GIS/right of way peer exchange was held with four State DOTs to share best practices and recommendations for advancing the use of GIS for right of way cost estimation.   

Project Outcomes/Impact:

State DOTs shared ways to advance the use of GIS for right of way.

AMRP = Annual Modal Research Plan

Contact Information

First Name:
Peter
Last Name:
Clark
Phone Number:
202-366-2025
Email Address:
peter.clark@dot.gov
Team:
Program Development Team
Office:
Office of Real Estate Services
Office Code:
HEPR-10

Management Organizations

Sponsor Organization

Organization Role:
Sponsor Organization
Organization:
Federal Highway Administration: Office of Planning, Environment, and Realty - Office of Real Estate Services
Contact Role:
Project Contact
Contact:
Clark, Peter

Deliverables

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