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Vehicle classification counts

A vehicle classification count sorts traffic into the FHWA 13-class scheme by direction and time interval. Heavy-vehicle percentages drive pavement design, truck-route planning and HPMS reporting.

Counts are collected by axle-based tubes or vision-based, non-intrusive methods, and are reviewed independently before release.

Freeway traffic with light, medium and articulated vehicles marked according to vehicle class
Vehicles are sorted into FHWA classes, from light vehicles to articulated trucks. Demonstration footage.

Deliverables

SchemeFHWA classes 5–13 (heavy vehicles) or full 1–13 where required
IntervalsBy hour and direction; 15-minute raw files retained
FormatsExcel workbook with FHWA-format summaries, PDF summary; GIS outputs on request
TurnaroundCorridor programs are routinely delivered in about one week

When this study is used

Pavement design and rehabilitation, truck-route and freight studies, HPMS and agency reporting, corridor studies where heavy-vehicle share matters, and volume counts that need a class breakdown.

Frequently asked questions

Can classification be combined with a turning movement count?

Yes. Video at an intersection yields both movements and vehicle classes from one deployment.

Related work

Representative projects

70count locations

US-169 Corridor Counts

Owasso, OK · 2026

22 intersections + 48 multi-day count & classification.

Completed in one week

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