Projects
TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER, AMARILLO
TRAFFIC ENGINEERING & PARKING ANALYSIS
TRAFFIC ENGINEERING & PARKING ANALYSIS
DeShazo Group was retained by Perkins Eastman Architects to provide traffic engineering and parking analysis for the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Institutional Plan, which covers multiple campuses including Amarillo. For the Amarillo campus specifically, DeShazo conducted a comprehensive Traffic Assessment Study focused on enhancing accessibility, safety, and mobility.
🎓 Higher Education
📍 Amarillo, Texas
🧭 Scope: Traffic engineering, parking analysis, and campus accessibility improvements
🏙️ Client: Perkins Eastman Architects / Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
🚦 Traffic Assessment & Intersection Analysis
1. Conducted traffic warrant studies to evaluate signal and signage needs at key intersections
2. Recommended updated signage to improve wayfinding and traffic control on campus
🚶♂️ Pedestrian Safety & Walkability Improvements
1. Proposed parking islands integrated with pedestrian crossings to enhance safety
2. Recommended traffic calming measures to slow vehicle speeds near pedestrian areas
🚦 Innovative Solutions for Campus Parking
1. Developed new road connection concepts to improve circulation and reduce congestion
2. Suggested infrastructure improvements aimed at balancing vehicle flow with campus safety goals
1. Implemented design solutions to create safer pedestrian environments
2. Balanced traffic flow with slower speeds to protect campus users
