Optimizing Intersection Performance Using Sidra Program on Baraki Intersection Kabul Afghanistan

Traffic congestion in road networks and intersections is a ubiquitous problem which occurs due to several causes. Kabul city the capital of Afghanistan has felt this propagating problem from the establishment of its new administration in 2001. The rapid population growth urbanization, low capacity of roads, and lack of a comprehensive strategy to manage traffic systems and tackle traffic congestions are the leading contributors to the traffic congestion problem. Therefore, it is vital to utilize advanced software tools to explore possible solutions to the traffic congestion problem. This study was aimed to evaluate and analyze Baraki Intersection in Kabul city Afghanistan using SIDRA INTERSECTION 5 software. It assessed traffic performance in one of the most important junctions in Kabul based on parameters such as Level of service, delays, Queue, Fuel consumption and production of CO2, CO, (CH20) n, NO x. The results showed that there was a notable time delay, dangerous amount of emissions and low level of service (LOS F). After a comprehensive investigation of the results it was concluded that building an underpass from north to south direction will significantly reduce delays and emissions and increase the level of service until 2030.