Inventory

Each stakeholder agency, company, or group owns, operates, maintains or plans ITS systems in the region. The ITS Architecture inventory is a list of "elements" that represent all existing and planned ITS systems in a region as well as non-ITS systems that provide information to or get information from the ITS systems. The “elements” indicated as planned does not automatically commit an agency to deploy a specific ITS element or system and rather describes that the region has an interest in the function. The following is a summary table of elements and a description of its role in the region as it applies to the ITS architecture.

ElementDescription
California Department of Forestry and Fire ProtectionCalifornia Department of Forestry provides fire and protection to over 31 million acres of California's privately-owned wild lands as well as 36 counties in California. The California Department of Forestry provides multiple emergency services including medical aids; hazardous material spills; swift water rescues; search and rescue missions; civil disturbances; train wrecks; floods, earthquakes and more.
California DMV Vehicle Credentialing SystemCalifornia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) system which manages statewide commercial freight, long-haul rail, and local vehicle registrations. Two other pertinent duties of the DMV include recording ownership (certificate of title) of the vehicles DMV registers and maintaining driving records (accidents and convictions) of licensed drivers. For the purposes of this ITS architecture, the DMV manages the commercial vehicle credentialing system for the State. In this function, DMV works cooperatively with the California Highway Patrol to administer and enforce commercial vehicle credentialing and safety inspection programs.
California Office of Emergency Management (OEM)California Office of Emergency Services for the state that provides centralized emergency management in the case of threats, natural disasters, or other emergencies that warrant its activation.
Caltrans D10 TMCCaltrans District 10 neighbors Caltrans District 6. The Caltrans D10 TMC is a full function TMC that manages the state highway system in District 10 and coordinates cross-District traffic management issues with District 6.
Caltrans D5 TMCCaltrans District 5 neighbors Caltrans District 6. The Caltrans District 5 TMC is a more limited function TMC that manages the state highway system in District 5 and coordinates cross-District traffic management issues with District 6.
Caltrans D6 Active Traffic ManagementCaltrans active traffic management devices that are used for dynamic lane management and shoulder use. Active traffic management devices placed in the field may include dynamic message signs, overhead lane control signs, reversible lane controls, special case signals, etc.
Caltrans D6 Changeable Message SignChangeable message signs to provide information to en-route travelers along state highways in Caltrans District 6.
Caltrans D6 Connected Vehicle InfrastructureCaltrans D6 intersection warning devices could include any technology that applies "connected vehicle" functionality including in-vehicle equipment, DSRC radios at controllers, additional vehicle detection in roadway for advanced warning.
Caltrans D6 Environmental Sensor StationsCaltrans environmental sensor stations (ESS) in District 6 that include wind stations and visibility cameras located in strategic places to capture current weather conditions and impacts to the traveling public.
Caltrans D6 Freeway CCTVClosed-circuit television cameras (CCTV) located at strategic locations along the state highway system in District 6 used for traffic monitoring purposes.
Caltrans D6 Highway Advisory RadioHighway advisory radio provides information via public radio frequencies to en-route travelers within Caltrans District 6. This element is shown as two subsystems that share the same purpose and component in different service packages.
Caltrans D6 Maintenance CenterCaltrans District 6 has two Maintenance Center in their North and South regions of the district that manages, dispatches, and organizes the Caltrans D6 fleet of maintenance vehicles and personnel.
Caltrans D6 Maintenance VehiclesGeneral maintenance, winter maintenance, and construction vehicles for Caltrans District 6.
Caltrans D6 Park and Ride FacilitiesCaltrans District 6 provides park-and-ride facilities within Fresno County to support local park and ride activities, as well as transit riders.
Caltrans D6 Portable Traffic ControlCaltrans uses portable traffic control devices, also known as Automated Weather Information Systems (AWIS), to monitor traffic conditions (speed, queues, etc.) while providing real-time information to the traveling public.
Caltrans D6 Public Information OfficeCaltrans District 6 officer or group in charge of distributing traveler information in the form of social media systems, media press releases, or email/text notifications to distribution groups.
Caltrans D6 Ramp MetersRamp meters located at freeway on-ramps along Caltrans District 6 highways.
Caltrans D6 Safety Monitoring DeviceCaltrans D6 Safety Monitoring Device provides warnings to maintenance and constructions crews of potential safety hazards when vehicles cross into work zones. This technology will focus on reducing incidents involving the traveling public and maintenance and construction crews. This technology monitors the roadway, but is not an on-board device and does not provide any "connected" vehicle functions.
Caltrans D6 Security DetectionCaltrans District 6 motion sensors and cameras located at District 6 facilities/infrastructure to monitor for security purposes.
Caltrans D6 Traffic SignalTraffic signals located on state highways within Caltrans District 6. Additional functionality may include emergency vehicle preemption (EVP)- devices capable of preempting the traffic signal for emergency responder vehicles.
Caltrans D6 Vehicle Detection SystemsVehicle detection systems (which may include loop detectors, side fire radar, Bluetooth, and other types of detectors) on the traveled lanes of highways or adjacent arterial roadways detecting traffic movement and characteristics within the Caltrans District 6 area.
Caltrans D6/CHP Central Valley TMCCaltrans District 6/CHP Central Valley Transportation Management Center located within the Caltrans District 6 Office building centrally manages and controls all ITS and traffic signal infrastructure owned by Caltrans within the District 6 area.
Caltrans D7 TMCCaltrans District 7 neighbors Caltrans District 6. The Caltrans D7 TMC is a full function TMC that manages the state highway system in District 7 and coordinates cross-District traffic management issues with District 6.
Caltrans D8 TMCCaltrans District 8 neighbors Caltrans District 6. The Caltrans D8 TMC is a full function TMC that manages the state highway system in District 8 and coordinates cross-District traffic management issues with District 6.
Caltrans D9 TMCDistrict 9 of Caltrans encompasses the central-east portion of the State with headquarters in Bishop. The District is responsible for all of the State Highway System in Inyo and Mono counties. It is responsible for maintenance, permitting, traffic operations, planning, local assistance, and intergovernmental review for northern San Bernardino and eastern Kern Counties, through agreement with District 8 (San Bernardino) and District 6 (Fresno). This inventory element represents coordination between the Caltrans/CHP Central Valley TMC and Caltrans District 9.
Caltrans Hazardous Waste ManagementThe Caltrans Hazardous Waste Management program provides statewide assistance to districts with managing contaminants and wastes encountered on highway projects and Caltrans properties.
Caltrans Performance Monitoring System (PeMS)Caltrans Performance Monitoring System (PeMS) collects and archives traffic, incident, and weigh-in motion data across all metropolitan areas for the state.
Caltrans Quickmaps WebsiteCaltrans Quickmaps Website which provides centralized statewide information about traffic conditions, weather conditions, road construction, and lane restrictions.
Caltrans Transportation PermitsTransportation Permits issue a special permit to operate or move a vehicle or combination of vehicles or special mobile equipment of a size or weight of vehicle or load exceeding the maximum limitations specified in the California Vehicle Code. The Caltrans Transportation Permits Issuance Branch is responsible for the issuance of these special transportation permits for oversize/overweight vehicles on the State Highway System.
Central Transit Management ServerCentral transit management server located in a Fresno County facility that manages the FAX, Clovis Transit, and FCRTA transit services in the Fresno County Region
CHP Fresno Dispatch CenterPublic safety answering point (PSAP) for Fresno County along Caltrans highways and state-routes.
CHP Public Information OfficerCHP officer or group in charge of distributing traveler information in the form of social media systems, media press releases, or email/text notifications to distribution groups.
CHP SWITRS SystemCalifornia Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS) processes all reported property damage, fatal, and injury collisions that occurred on California’s state highways and all other roadways, excluding private property.
CHP TMC Media Information OfficerTMC media information offers in charge of distributing traveler information to the media in the form of press releases and/or video feeds.
CHP VehiclesCHP vehicles patrolling and responding to incidents on the state highways in the Fresno County Region.
CHP Weigh-In-MotionWeigh-in-motion (WIM) infrastructure on state highways that collect commercial vehicle data for commercial vehicle credentialing and enforcement activities. These are mainly located at port of entries within on state highways.
City of Fresno Active Traffic Management SystemCity of Fresno active traffic management devices placed in the field which may include dynamic message signs, overhead lane control signs, reversible lane controls, special case signals, SynchroGreen Adaptive System, etc.
City of Fresno CCTV SystemClosed-circuit television cameras (CCTV) located at strategic locations primarily at signalized intersections within the City of Fresno for traffic monitoring purposes.
City of Fresno Changeable Message Sign SystemDynamic message sign to provide information to en-route travelers in the City of Fresno.
City of Fresno Connected Vehicle InfrastructureCity of Fresno intersection warning devices could include any technology that applies "connected vehicle" functionality including in-vehicle equipment, DSRC radios at controllers, additional vehicle detection in roadway for advanced warning.
City of Fresno Fire/PoliceCity of Fresno Fire and Police Departments are responsible for providing services within the City of Fresno area.
City of Fresno Fire/Police VehiclesFresno fire and police vehicles as well as the in-vehicle mobile data terminal (MDT) that provides computer-aided dispatch (CAD) information to Clovis public safety vehicle.
City of Fresno Fleet ManagementCity of Fresno Fleet Management procures, maintains, and repairs all City vehicles and equipment ranging from patrol cars to refuse trucks to pickups to construction vehicles.
City of Fresno Maintenance VehiclesThis is the City of Fresno owned and operated Maintenance vehicles for transportation improvements and weather purposes.
City of Fresno Safety Monitoring DeviceCity of Fresno Safety Monitoring Device provides warnings to maintenance and constructions crews and drivers of the potential safety hazards when vehicles cross into work zones. This technology will focus on reducing incidents involving traveling public and maintenance and construction crews. This technology monitors the roadway, but does not provide any "connected" vehicle functions.
City of Fresno Traffic Engineering WebsiteOfficial website for the City of Fresno, which includes links to traffic, engineering, ITS, transit and other transportation-related resources, as well as, other city services. Additionally, the traffic and engineering links provides live traffic map, camera images, and links to other ITS resources.
City of Fresno Traffic Operations CenterCity of Fresno Traffic Operations Center that centrally manages all ITS and traffic signal infrastructure within the City. Also, the TOC serves as the central archive database for City of Fresno owned traffic field equipment.
City of Fresno Traffic SignalsTraffic signals located within the City of Fresno. Traffic signals include emergency vehicle preemption (EVP) devices capable of preempting the traffic signal for Fire and Emergency responder vehicles. City of Fresno transit signal priority devices located at traffic signals capable of giving priority to transit vehicles along transit routes.
City of Fresno Vehicle Detection SystemsVehicle Detection Systems at signalized intersections detecting traffic movement and characteristics within the City of Fresno.
Clovis Active Traffic Management SystemCity of Clovis active traffic management devices placed in the field which may include dynamic message signs, overhead lane control signs, reversible lane controls, special case signals, etc.
Clovis CCTV SystemClosed-circuit television cameras (CCTV) located at strategic locations primarily at signalized intersections within the City of Clovis for traffic monitoring purposes.
Clovis Dynamic Message Sign SystemDynamic message sign to provide information to en-route travelers in the City of Clovis.
Clovis Fire/PoliceCity of Clovis Fire and Police Departments provide emergency services to the City of Clovis residents.
Clovis Fire/Police VehiclesClovis Fire and Police vehicles as well as the in-vehicle mobile data terminal (MDT) that provides computer-aided dispatch (CAD) information to Clovis public safety vehicle.
Clovis Highway Advisory RadioHighway advisory radio to provide information via radio station to en-route travelers in City of Clovis. This element is shown as two subsystems that share the same purpose and component in different service packages.
Clovis Maintenance CenterCity of Clovis Maintenance Center that manages, dispatches, and organizes the City fleet of maintenance vehicles.
Clovis Maintenance VehiclesThis is the City of Clovis owned and operated Maintenance vehicles for transportation improvements and weather purposes.
Clovis Traffic Operations CenterCity of Clovis Traffic Operations Center that centrally manages all ITS and traffic signal infrastructure within the City.
Clovis Traffic Signal SystemTraffic signals located within the City of Clovis. Additionally, located at traffic signals emergency vehicle preemption (EVP) device capable of preempting the traffic signal for Fire and Emergency responder vehicles. City of Clovis transit signal priority devices located at traffic signals capable of giving priority to transit vehicles along transit routes.
Clovis Transit Automated Vehicle Location SystemCity of Clovis automated vehicle location located on-board transit vehicles to provide GPS location information for transit vehicles. Additionally, the AVL system provides limited engine diagnostics monitoring capabilities.
Clovis Transit Automatic Passenger Counter SystemCity of Clovis automatic passenger counter system on-board transit vehicles to collect passenger count information for number of boardings/alightings.
Clovis Transit Electronic Fare Payment SystemThis system is an on-board electronic fare payment located on City of Clovis transit vehicles to collect payment from riders.
Clovis Transit Management CenterClovis Transit Management Center that manages, dispatches, and organizes the Stageline fixed route and Round Up demand responsive transit services within the City of Clovis.
Clovis Transit On-Board Security CamerasClovis transit vehicles have on-board security cameras to assist in security monitoring of all vehicles and improve safety.
Clovis Transit Passenger Information SystemElectronic displays at Clovis Transit bus stops that provide transit schedule and other real-time information to travelers.
Clovis Transit Round Up Demand Response Transit VehicleThis is a paratransit demand responsive vehicle serving City of Clovis. Each vehicle contains tablets with maps used for check-ins and cancellations.
Clovis Transit Stageline Fixed Route Transit VehicleA transit vehicle for the fixed route service provided in the City of Clovis.
Clovis Variable Speed Limit SignVariable speed limit sign located in the City of Clovis to adjust speed limits based on prevailing conditions.
Clovis Vehicle Detection SystemsVehicle Detection Systems at signalized intersections detecting traffic movement and characteristics within the City of Clovis.
Clovis WebsiteCity of Clovis website providing travel information to the public.
Commercial VehiclesCommercial vehicles that travel highways and local facilities throughout the Fresno County Region.
CSU Fresno Research ProgramCalifornia State University, Fresno Research Program collects, analyzes, and processes data from public agencies within the state of California for the purpose of academic research.
FAX Automated Vehicle Location SystemFresno Area Express automated vehicle location located on-board transit vehicles to provide GPS location information for transit vehicles.
FAX Automatic Passenger Counter SystemFresno Area Express automatic passenger counter system on-board transit vehicles to collect passenger count information for number of boardings/alightings.
FAX Electronic Fare Payment SystemElectronic fare payment system on-board transit vehicles for Fresno Area Express services.
FAX Fixed Route Transit VehiclesA transit vehicle for the fixed route service provided by Fresno Area Express in Fresno County. This component also represents the Mobile Data Terminal. The mobile data terminal collects and relay relevant transit information such as dispatch, trip, route, and rider data. This can be a self-contained computer with communications, a smart phone or other mobile device.
FAX Handy Ride Demand Responsive Transit VehiclesDemand responsive vehicle serving Fresno Area Express and the travelers in Fresno County. This component also represents the Mobile Data Terminal. The mobile data terminal collects and relay relevant transit information such as dispatch, trip, route, and rider data. This can be a self-contained computer with communications, a smart phone or other mobile device.
FAX KiosksInteractive kiosks located at transit stations/centers that provide Fresno Area Express information about transit construction, and other FAX activities that affect the public.
FAX Metro PassFAX Metro Pass is valid on both FAX and Clovis Stageline buses.
FAX Mobile ApplicationThis is a mobile application riders are able to access on their phones for transit schedule for FAX bus lines.
FAX Public Information OfficeFresno Area Express group in charge of distributing transit traveler information in the form of social media systems, media press releases, or email/text notifications to distribution groups.
FAX Q Bus Rapid Transit VehiclesA dedicated Bus Rapid Transit vehicle for FAX's Q BRT service connecting North Fresno, Downtown Fresno, and the Southeast Growth Area. This service will reduce travel time between these areas by reducing frequency of stops. This component also represents the Mobile Data Terminal. The mobile data terminal collects and relays relevant transit information such as dispatch, trip, route, and rider data. This can be a self-contained computer with communications, a smart phone or other mobile device.
FAX Security Detection SystemFresno Area Express security monitoring on-board and at bus stops/stations to monitor for security purposes.
FAX Transit Management CenterFresno Area Express Transit Management Center (comprised of multiple center locations) that manages, dispatches, and organizes the fixed route and demand responsive transit services within the City of Fresno and into the City of Clovis.
FAX WebsiteFresno Area Express website providing transit information to the public.
FCRTA Local Area Transit Automatic Passenger CounterLocal Area Transit services automatic passenger counter system on-board transit vehicles to collect passenger count information for number of boardings/alightings.
FCRTA Local Area Transit Demand Responsive Transit VehicleDemand responsive vehicle serving the local jurisdictions within the Fresno County Rural Transit Agency area.
FCRTA Local Area Transit Fixed Route Transit VehicleTransit vehicle for the fixed route service provided to the local jurisdictions within the Fresno County Rural Transit Agency area.
FCRTA Local Area Transit KiosksInteractive kiosks located at transit stations/centers that provide Local Area Transit information about transit construction, and other FCRTA activities that affect the public.
FCRTA Transit Management CenterFresno County Rural Transit Agency (FCRTA) central management system for dispatching and scheduling paratransit service within the FCRTA area, located at the Fresno County Council of Fresno County Governments (COFCG) building.
Financial InstitutionsFinancial institutions that manage fare payments in Fresno County services.
Freeway Service Patrol VehiclesFreeway Service Patrol (FSP) Vehicles provide roadway assistance and incident management support to District 6 travelers and CHP Central Division. Fresno COG and the California Highway Patrol are partners in the implementation of FSP along Freeways 41, 99, 168 and 180 through Fresno.
Fresno Area Environmental Detection SystemArea Environmental Detection System for emissions monitoring devices.
Fresno COG San Joaquin Valley 511San Joaquin Valley 511 centralized source of traffic information for Fresno County. 511SJV is a free web service that consolidates traffic and transportation information into a one-stop resource for commuters and motorists in the San Joaquin Valley. The 511SJV web site is managed by a partnership of public agencies led by the Fresno COG, the Stanislaus COG, the San Joaquin COG, the Kern COG, the Merced County Association of Governments, the Kings County Association of Governments and the Madera County Transportation Commission.
Fresno COG Valleyrides Rideshare ProgramFresno COG ridesharing agency hosts a website that provides free computer matching for individuals and companies interested in carpooling or vanpooling in/from Fresno County.
Fresno County Emergency Operations CenterEmergency Operations Center for Fresno County that provides centralized emergency management in the case of threats, natural disasters, or other emergencies that warrant its activation.
Fresno County EMS Communications CenterEMS Communications Center, staffed and maintained by American Ambulance, provides ambulance dispatch services for all ambulance requests in Fresno, Kings, and Madera Counties and Fire Dispatch services to the City of Fresno and City of Clovis Fire Departments.
Fresno County Fire Protection DistrictFresno County Fire Protection District provides all risk emergency services from 13 District Staffed Fire Stations and 5 District Paid Call Firefighter Stations.
Fresno County GISFresno County Geographic Information System (GIS) central mapping source for Fresno County facilities and services.
Fresno County Maintenance and Operations DivisionFresno County Maintenance and Operations Division oversees and manages all transportation improvements and maintenance with the region.
Fresno County Maintenance VehiclesMaintenance vehicles that serve Fresno County.
Fresno County Portable Traffic ControlPortable traffic control.
Fresno County Sheriff DepartmentFresno County Sheriff Department provides police services for the unincorporated areas of Fresno County.
Fresno County Sheriff PSAPPublic safety answering point (PSAP) for Fresno County Sheriff's Office.
Fresno County Sheriff VehiclesFresno County Sheriff vehicles patrolling and responding to incidents throughout Fresno County.
Fresno County Vehicle Detection SystemsVehicle Detection Systems at signalized intersections detecting traffic movement and characteristics within Fresno County.
Fresno Information Exchange NetworkFresno Information Exchange Network will collect and store ITS traffic and transit data from the management centers.
Fresno Metropolitan Flood Control DistrictThe Fresno Metropolitan Flood Control District provides flood control and urban storm water services in a 399-square mile watershed located between the Kings and San Joaquin Rivers. The purpose of the Fresno Metropolitan Flood Control District is to control storm and other surface water flows, preventing property damage, personal injury and inconvenience; and managing such waters for long-term beneficial use within the District. This inventory element represents the Emergency Management functions of the Fresno Metropolitan Flood Control District.
Fresno Metropolitan Flood Control District Environmental SensorsFlood sensors, snow sensors, precipitation sensors, seismic sensors, etc. deployed throughout the Fresno County area.
Fresno Yosemite International AirportFresno Yosemite International Airport (FYI) is the only self-sufficient airport serving the Central San Joaquin Valley. The airport has FAX transit stops to provide in- and out-bound travelers alternative transit option. The airport should communicate with FAX Transit Management Center regarding scheduling adherence, transit times, stops, etc.
General On-Board Vehicle EquipmentThis device is on-board vehicle equipment and DSRC at the roadside that communicates with Connected Vehicle infrastructure to support safe traffic movement.
Huron Disaster Warning SystemHuron is considering implementation of a disaster warning system that would alert area residents and employees to pending and in-progress emergencies, and would provide emergency response information.
Huron Speed Warning SystemSpeed warning system involving speed warning signs to alert travelers of their excessive speed.
Kern 511Kern 511 provides real-time traffic and roadway conditions information to the general public via an Internet website and a toll free telephone system.
Local Jurisdiction Emergency Service VehiclesLocal emergency response service vehicles that utilize ITS infrastructure to facilitate response to incidents and emergencies including American Ambulance.
Local Jurisdiction Fire/PoliceLocal jurisdictions Fire and Police Departments including the Cities of Coalinga, Firebaugh, Fowler, Huron, Kerman, Kingsburg, Mendota, Orange Cove, Parlier, Reedley, Sanger, San Joaquin, Selma and other smaller municipalities within Fresno County.
Local Jurisdiction Maintenance VehiclesLocal jurisdictions Maintenance Vehicles including the Cities of Coalinga, Firebaugh, Fowler, Huron, Kerman, Kingsburg, Mendota, Orange Cove, Parlier, Reedley, Sanger, San Joaquin, Selma and other smaller municipalities within Fresno County.
Local Jurisdiction Public WorksLocal jurisdictions Public Works including the Cities of Coalinga, Firebaugh, Fowler, Huron, Kerman, Kingsburg, Mendota, Orange Cove, Parlier, Reedley, Sanger, San Joaquin, Selma and other smaller municipalities within Fresno County.
Local Railroad CrossingLocal railroad crossings that are adjacent to or impacting signalized intersections within the Fresno County or local City area.
Local Traffic Signal SystemThis represents the local jurisdictions traffic signal system.
MediaMedia including print, social media, and broadcast services.
National Weather ServiceNational Weather Service
Personal Computing DevicesPersonal computer, smartphones, tablets, etc.
Private Information Service ProvidersThis comprises all private party information service providers including Google, Traffic.com, Inrix, etc. that collect public sector data and private party data and disseminate to the traveling public information based on that data.
Railroad OperationsThis item represents the systems that handle rail operations communications with local TMC's with regard to incident and emergency management coordination.
Regional Fare PassThis is a new regional pass that will be used on all transit services in the County. The pass will be able to count passengers, distinguish between fare types, and change fare parameters.
San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District Mobile Source Emissions MonitoringSan Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District
Sanger Vehicle Detection SystemsVehicle Detection Systems located at signalized intersections traffic movement and characteristics within the City of Sanger.
TravelersGeneral travelers that utilize the transportation network.
VehicleGeneral vehicle using the transportation network.