Development of a Washington State freight data system

This study identified freight data uses, needs, and gaps, both nationally and in the state of Washington. Specific recommendations for providing the needed data and data generating processes include the following:\u2022 Phase I: Identification of Data Gaps, Needs, and Uses (Timeframe: current and ongoing)An ongoing inventory of available freight data, relative to identified freight data needs, should be performed throughout the state and region. This process may be incorporated into the expected activities/duties proposed in these recommendations.\u2022 Phase II: Librarian/Educator, Resource to Manage Freight Data Warehouse (Timeframe: within six months)This individual or resource is a \u201cdata source\u201d for the state; a contact for all agencies and businesses using transportation flow and operational data; and a participant in discussions as freight data needs arise in the state.\u2022 Phase III: Freight Database Manager, Technical Resource (Timeframe: within one year)The Freight Database Manager will design/develop and maintain the freight data warehouse for the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT)