The end is near..... over two years of data of traffic noise in the Village of Justice, IL

So, with over 730 days of data I am ready to close this project.  I believe there is valuable information here and a good sense of direction to remedy the problem of traffic noise.

I would like to thank the people that supported the idea of a research scientist (from the University of Chicago) recording traffic noise levels.  What I found in many cases is that people do not initially notice the traffic noise but once it is pointed out become acutely aware.  There are plenty of scientific studies pointing out the dangers of being around loud noises for extended periods, please let me know if anyone would like some of these references. Have a nice day!

Traffic noise levels in the village of Justice IL, 2 years of data

550+ days of data on the traffic noise in the Village of Justice

I had an interesting conversation with an "acoustic guy" that was interested in the sound chambers I designed and built for sound recordings at work.  He had confirmed what I have long believed to solve some of the traffic noise with the possibility of an 8 dB drop (meaning it would feel like less and half the noise).  Since you can physically see the cars on I-294 from the frontage road a simple Berm (basically a mound of dirt) of an extra 6-8ft.  The village has the equipment- hey, there is even a "HUGE" mound of land near the public works!  Seems like a no-brainer....

In case you want a direct link:
I have the recorded stats for the past 550+ days!
Check the stats:
Traffic Noise of the Village of Justice IL

550+ days of data on the traffic noise in the Village of Justice

I had an interesting conversation with an "acoustic guy" that was interested in the sound chambers I designed and built for sound recordings at work.  He had confirmed what I have long believed to solve some of the traffic noise with the possibility of an 8 dB drop (meaning it would feel like less and half the noise).  Since you can physically see the cars on I-294 from the frontage road a simple Berm (basically a mound of dirt) of an extra 6-8ft.  The village has the equipment- hey, there is even a "HUGE" mound of land near the public works!  Seems like a no-brainer....

In case you want a direct link:
I have the recorded stats for the past 550+ days!
Check the stats:
Traffic Noise of the Village of Justice IL