Spatial Analysis of Urban Transport System Dynamics and Prospects for Its Future Development in Al-Ramadi City

Abstract

     This study aims to analyze the dynamics of the urban transportation system in the city of Ramadi by examining the spatial distribution of vehicle movement on major streets and intersections, and by diagnosing levels of efficiency and traffic congestion during the morning and evening peak periods. The study adopts a spatial analytical approach using Geographic Information Systems (GIS), based on field data on traffic volumes, statistical and demographic data, in addition to up-to-date maps and satellite imagery. The results reveal a clear spatial variation in traffic density, with a high concentration at several critical traffic nodes, particularly the intersection near the university, the Justice Palace Roundabout, and Baghdad Roundabout, due to the overlap of urban functions and the high volume of daily trips. Future projections also indicate rapid growth in the number of vehicles and an expansion of the street network up to 2035, which will impose increasing pressure on the existing infrastructure. The study concludes by proposing a set of planning scenarios that contribute to improving traffic flow efficiency and achieving integration between transportation and urban expansion, thereby supporting sustainable urban planning orientations in the city of Ramadi.