I’ve tried to answer this question myself looking through listserv messages and various web pages.

I’m trying to understand the process for FHWA’s adjusted urban area (FAUB/UAB). I looked through what Ed sent on Feb 10^th - FHWA updated page w/ guidance:

http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/planning/census_issues/urbanized_areas_and_mpo_tma/

This page has a ton of useful info but I didn’t see anything on adjusted Urban Boundaries (FAUB/UAB/other). Does anyone know about this process, who is involved (State DOT, Cities, MPOs), and what the possible timelines are? I thought there was a move in FFC away from designating Urban vs. Rural Functional Class, perhaps things have changed and FHWA is no longer using adjusted boundaries this time around?

Any help is greatly appreciated!               Kevin

Kevin Shipman

GIS Analyst

Spokane Regional Transportation Council

221 W First Ave, Suite 310

Spokane, WA 99201

509/343-6385