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Abstract
RSF 136, Maintenance of Roadside Screening Systems (HP-ITD 2022)
5/1/2023 – 9/30/2026
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) has currently implemented 17 Kentucky Automated
Truck Screening (KATS) systems along with multiple parking monitoring systems and thermal
camera systems. Although some KATS equipment and infrastructure will be under warranty, KYTC
and Kentucky State Police – Commercial Vehicle Enforcement (KSP-CVE) will need additional
support to investigate problems, take care of minor issues or concerns, and to perform preventative
maintenance and cleaning of the equipment. Other ITD-related technologies have been deployed
and are also in need of support by KTC.
KATS systems utilize license plate reader (LPR), USDOT/KYU number reader, driver focus camera
technology and an overview image camera to capture and process images of commercial vehicles for
screening and observation purposes. This information is screened against Kentucky’s Commercial
Vehicle Information Exchange Window (CVIEW) to identify vehicles for inspection at weigh
stations and roadside. These systems will screen vehicles on such things as: PRISM target file,
Federal Out-of-Service (FOOS) status, expired registration, insurance violations, vehicle, and driver
out-of-service rates, UCR violations, IFTA suspensions or revoked licenses, and Kentucky-specific
credentials (KYU, KIT, etc.).
Thermal imaging cameras have been installed at Kenton, Laurel, Lyon, Rowan, Scott and Simpson
County facilities. These systems include a thermal image camera to evaluate the brakes and tire
condition of vehicles on the ramp. Weigh stations are also equipped with parking monitoring
cameras that are utilized to ensure that the trucks directed to stop actually pull into the facility and
meet with enforcement personnel. These cameras also give enforcement the ability to see if drivers
are wearing their seatbelts or talking on cellular phones. The cameras also provide safety to the
enforcement personnel by allowing them to see into the cab of the trucks after they are parked to
ensure they are not bringing weapons into the facility.
All equipment used for roadside screening of commercial vehicles require regular maintenance to
ensure their effectiveness and functionality are maintained. Maintenance of this equipment at its
optimal level helps to facilitate inspections and increase the effectives of limited staffing.
The objective of this project will be to provide support to KYTC and KSP-CVE as requested when
problems are encountered with commercial vehicle roadside screening technologies.
Status | Active |
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Effective start/end date | 5/1/23 → 9/30/26 |
Funding
- KY Transportation Cabinet: $100,000.00
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