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Application of an Equity Rubric That Shows Need for Rural and Low Density Communities Near Megaregions: Case Study IH 10 East Corridor, Houston to Texas State Line
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2020-09-01
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Edition:December 2018-September 2020
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Abstract:Rural and low density residents proximate to Megaregion anchor cities could be advantaged by improved public transportation into nearby large urban areas. This is particularly the case for residents challenged by inequities due to ethnicity, language and income. Before planning can begin for any transportation project or service, a need must be established. The need is the gap between the deficiency in the area’s transportation system and the possible solutions to address the deficiency. There are a number of methods and strategies to assess vulnerability and determine purpose and need. This work reviews the Equitable Target Area (ETA) tool and compares the outcome to a Composite Vulnerability Index (CVI). Both approaches begin with socioeconomic variables and assess the variables based on census block groups. The IH 10 corridor from Houston east to the Texas State Line forms the case study for this analysis where the research shows that the CVI best identifies vulnerable areas of need.
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