Huber Heights Pilots AI Traffic Monitoring System on Brandt Pike

City partners with CybrCastle to address congestion through smart traffic solutions.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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The city of Huber Heights has approved an agreement with AI consulting firm CybrCastle to implement a pilot program for an AI-enabled traffic monitoring system on Brandt Pike. The system will collect data, analyze traffic patterns, and recommend and implement changes to traffic signals to help alleviate congestion in the growing city.

Why it matters

As Huber Heights has experienced substantial population growth over the past decade, traffic congestion has become an increasing issue, particularly along key corridors like Brandt Pike. This AI-powered traffic management system aims to provide city officials with data-driven insights to improve traffic flow and reduce commute times for residents.

The details

The Brandt Pike AI Vision Management Solutions Pilot Program will initially focus on the stretch of Brandt Pike between Shaw Road and Longford Road. The system will monitor intersections, collect traffic data, and simulate how changes to signal timing would impact congestion. City officials will review the data and recommendations before authorizing the 'dynamic control' stage, where the system will begin automatically adjusting signals to optimize traffic flow. Officials stressed that the system does not use facial recognition or license plate readers, focusing solely on traffic management.

  • The city council unanimously approved the agreement with CybrCastle this week.
  • The pilot program will begin on Brandt Pike between Shaw Road and Longford Road.
  • If successful, the system could be expanded to other congested areas throughout Huber Heights.

The players

CybrCastle

An AI consulting company that is partnering with Huber Heights to implement the traffic monitoring system.

Sabrina Donley

A representative from CybrCastle who presented the program to the Huber Heights city council.

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What they’re saying

“Huber Heights has grown substantially over the last decade and the momentum seems to be increasing. With growth comes traffic, especially along Brandt Pike and Old Troy Pike.”

— Sabrina Donley, CybrCastle representative (Dayton Daily News)

“There are no changes to the traffic lights initially; this information dashboard will go to the traffic engineers and city officials for their review and input.”

— Sabrina Donley, CybrCastle representative (Dayton Daily News)

What’s next

Once the initial observation period is complete, city officials will review the data and recommendations from the AI system before authorizing the 'dynamic control' stage, where the system will begin automatically adjusting traffic signals to optimize flow.

The takeaway

Huber Heights' partnership with CybrCastle to implement an AI-powered traffic monitoring system on Brandt Pike represents a proactive approach to addressing the city's growing congestion issues. By leveraging data and automation, the city aims to improve traffic flow and commute times for residents, setting an example for other municipalities facing similar challenges.