Regional Smart Sensor Analytics Inform Public of Flooded Roads

HRPDC developed a pilot project that installed a regional network of water level sensors to monitor roadway flooding. The sensors redirect drivers away from roads that are flooded, saving commute time, and avoiding potential property damage caused by driving through dangerous high water. The data can also inform emergency response actions such as ambulance routing. Long term, the sensor data allows us to analyze trends and understand when tides, wind, and rainfall create the most flooding. This improves our ability to predict the frequency and severity of flooding and evaluate investments in flood mitigation. The approach of this pilot project is to use real-time data to make informed decisions and build a smart network of available driving conditions.