High-Tech Pothole Detector Will Help Agencies Improve Safety and Prioritize Road Repairs
Posted: Mar 20, 2025
Researchers at Colorado State University have developed an automated pothole detection tool, which combines visible and thermal images to reliably identify potholes under various conditions, particularly in regions with challenging weather. By using the tool to streamline pothole detection and mapping, agencies can allocate resources more effectively, prioritize repairs, and reduce the risks to motorists and their vehicles posed by deteriorating roads. This approach is scalable and cost-effective, making it accessible to agencies of various sizes.
Researchers at Colorado State University have developed an automated pothole detection tool, which combines visible and thermal images to reliably identify potholes under various conditions, particularly in regions with challenging weather. By using the tool to streamline pothole detection and mapping, agencies can allocate resources more effectively, prioritize repairs, and reduce the risks to motorists and their vehicles posed by deteriorating roads. This approach is scalable and cost-effective, making it accessible to agencies of various sizes.