Technical Assistance Programs

The Wyoming Technical Transfer Center provides technical assistance for the following programs. Find the following programs on this page:

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Wyoming Rural Road Safety Program

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A few years ago, the Wyoming T2/LTAP Center developed and implemented the Wyoming Rural Road Safety Program (WRRSP) to assist counties in creating strategies to improve safety on high-risk rural roads. These strategies focus on implementing low-cost safety improvements that have proven effective in reducing crashes and fatalities.

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) have made safety funding available for counties interested in participating in the WRRSP. The program covers 90.49% of the total project cost (up to $100,000 in federal funds), with a required 9.51% local match. The T2/LTAP Center is available to support counties with program implementation and proposal preparation.

To date, 17 counties across the state have implemented WRRSP. Our goal is to work with all counties interested in making their local roads safer.

WRRSP follows a five-step process:

  1. Crash Data Analysis
  2. Level I Field Evaluation
  3. Combined Ranking to identify potential high-risk locations based on Steps 1 and 2
  4. Level II Field Evaluation to identify appropriate countermeasures
  5. Benefit/Cost Analysis

This process uses a combination of crash history and field evaluations to identify high-risk areas. The benefit/cost analysis helps determine the most effective and affordable safety improvements for each location.

To apply for 2026 funding, download the documents below and email the completed application packet to laura.mcginley@uwyo.edu


Indian Reservation Safety Toolkit

Transportation safety is a crucial issue for Indian Reservations as well as all other communities throughout the country. The Improving transportation safety on Indian Reservations-Safety Toolkit presents a five-step safety improvement program process in determining high-risk road segments and their corresponding countermeasures on Indian Reservations. The five steps are: Crash data Analysis, Level I field evaluation, combined ranking to identify potential high-risk locations based on steps 1 and 2, Level II field evaluation to identify countermeasures, and Benefit-cost analysis. Intended for low-cost safety improvements, each step in the Toolkit includes a set of tools, field and professional examples, and useful resources to implement the steps. The methodology provides flexibility for the Tribes to utilize the process the way they consider best to address. It has been implemented on several Indian reservations and has had great success to reduce the high number of fatal crashes prevalent in the reservations’ roadways.

State Wide Sign Program

The WYT2/LTAP Center, WYDOT, and FHWA have been working with counties around the state to improve the safety of rural roads.  The State-Wide Sign Program seeks to improve safety by providing advance warning signs for high-risk rural roads where signs have not previously existed or where enhancement would be beneficial for eligible roads.  This program is not available every year. Additional infomation will be available in the future

Wyoming Strategic Highway Safety Plan

View the 2023 Wyoming Strategic Highway Saftey Plan by clicking the link below.

Pavement Management System

Pavement Managment System Annual Reports

Loan Program

No Passing Zone System (NPZS) Information

The University of Wyoming, in partnership with WYDOT, developed a device that uses the two-vehicle method to set up passing and no-passing zones on roads. The WYT2 and WYDOT updated the original No Passing Zone System (NPZS) to make it available for local governments in Wyoming. This $10,000 system was funded by WYDOT.

If you want to use the NPZS, you need to:

  1. Provide your contact information and the estimated time you will need the device (up to two weeks).

  2. Choose whether you want to pick it up at our Laramie office for free or have it delivered. Delivery costs $100 each way.

Important Notes:

  • The device is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • When you return the device, the next agency will be contacted.
  • Return the device by the agreed date to avoid a $25 per day late fee. These fees help cover maintenance and repairs.
  • Your agency is responsible for any damage to or loss of the device.

A training video with instructions and best practices for using the device and collecting data will be provided.

NPZS Request Form

The University of Wyoming, WYDOT, and the WYT2 center are NOT liable for any implications/litigations associated with using the data generated by the NPZS.  It is your agency’s responsibility to confirm the accuracy of data. 

Dust Monitoring Equipment

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) has provided the Wyoming Technology Transfer Center (WYT²) with dust monitoring equipment available for loan to Wyoming counties. Through this loan program, WYT² provides counties with equipment and training on how to use it. This equipment is mainly used to monitor the effectiveness of Congestion Mitigation/Air Quality (CMAQ) projects. By using this program, counties and their contractors can check airborne dust caused by transportation-related activities.

Available Equipment:

  • Two Haz-Dust Model EPAM 5000 portable air monitors (measures PM10 and PM2.5).

The EPAM 5000 combines light scattering nephelometer technology with a filter gravimetric air sampler. It meets EPA and OSHA standards and provides real-time data that can be viewed on an LCD display or downloaded to a computer. No special tools or skills are needed to operate the device, and it’s easy to set up in minutes.

Important Notes:

  • The University of Wyoming, WYDOT, and WYT² are not responsible for any legal or other issues related to data generated by the NPZS. Agencies are responsible for verifying the accuracy of the data.
  • Agencies must provide an estimated usage time (up to two weeks) and schedule a return date. Late returns are subject to a $25/day fee.

How to Request Equipment:

  • Contact via phone: 307-766-6743 or email: mevans2@uwyo.edu.
  • Equipment is loaned on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • A waitlist is maintained, and the next agency on the list will be notified when the equipment becomes available.
  • Pickup is free at the Laramie office. Delivery is available for $100 each way.

Reflectometer

All agencies maintaining traffic signs must comply with Federal Highway Administration retroreflectivity standards. To assist agencies that cannot afford retroreflectometers, WYT² loans two DELTA® 4500 retroreflectometers, purchased through WYDOT Highway Safety Office funds. These devices are available for agencies statewide.

How to Request Equipment:

  • Contact via email: wyt2c@uwyo.edu or phone: 307-766-6743. Fax requests are also accepted at 307-766-6784 with prior notice.
  • Equipment is loaned on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • A waitlist is maintained, and the next agency on the list will be notified when the equipment is returned.
  • Agencies can pick up the equipment from Laramie or choose delivery for $100 each way.

Important Notes:

  • Agencies must schedule a pickup and return time if collecting the equipment.

Traffic Counter Program

The Wyoming Technology Transfer Center (WYT²) provides a traffic-counting loan program for Wyoming counties. This program gives counties free access to modern equipment to gather traffic data. Using consistent equipment statewide ensures compatibility with WYDOT’s traffic-counting software. Participating counties must submit collected data electronically to WYT² for entry into a statewide database.

WYT² Responsibilities:

  • Provide up to five traffic counters to a county for up to three weeks.
  • Supply all necessary materials and software.
  • Train users on setting up traffic counters and downloading data.
  • Consult with agencies to determine the best locations for data collection.
  • Maintain equipment in good working condition.

County Responsibilities:

  • Work with WYT² to select optimal data collection locations.
  • Submit a “Request Form” with planned locations and time frames.
  • Pick up traffic counters from the Laramie office.
  • Download and share collected data with WYT².
  • Return traffic counters and any extra materials to the Laramie office.

How to Request Equipment:

  • Contact via email: wyt2c@uwyo.edu or phone: 307-766-6743. Fax requests are accepted at 307-766-6784 with prior notice.

Important Notes:

  • Equipment is loaned on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • A waitlist is maintained, and the next agency on the list will be notified upon return of the equipment.
  • Counties must estimate the length of use (maximum three weeks) and schedule a return date.
  • Late returns are subject to a $25/day fee, which supports equipment maintenance and repair.