Delineation Systems for Temporary Traffic Barriers in Work Zones

Delineation Systems for Temporary Traffic Barriers in Work Zones
Author: Frank D. Shepard
Publisher:
Total Pages: 26
Release: 1986
Genre: Road markings
ISBN:

Providing for the safety of traffic traversing construction and maintenance work zones is becoming increasingly complex, and over the past several years, temporary concrete barriers have come into use as a means of protecting work crews as well as motorists. This report discusses five delineation systems for such barriers, including the system presently being used in Virginia. Presented is information on the fabrication, installation, durability, and cost of the systems.

Work Zone Traffic Control Information Catalog

Work Zone Traffic Control Information Catalog
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 44
Release: 1992
Genre: Roads
ISBN:

This booklet is intended to be a single information resource for currently available Technology Transfer (T2) products on the subjects of traffic control and safety in highway construction and maintenance zones. This booklet is of particular value to state and local highway engineers who are responsible for planning, managing, implementing and inspecting traffic control devices in work and maintenance zones, as well as to individuals who are in need of, or provide, continuing training on all aspects of work-zone traffic management. For each product listed, the address and telephone number of contact agencies are provided along with a brief description and the terms for acquisition.

Work Zone Traffic Control Delineation for Channelization

Work Zone Traffic Control Delineation for Channelization
Author: Kenneth S. Opiela
Publisher:
Total Pages: 112
Release: 1990
Genre: Automobile drivers
ISBN:

This report describes a study of the delineation requirements for work zone traffic control. The research included a comprehensive review of past studies and current practices, and an examination of current standards. It was concluded that, in spite of the increasing number of different types of channelizing devices, there appears to be no scientific basis for the spacing criteria for the use of devices for channelization purposes in the taper or tangent sections of a work zone. A laboratory-based testing procedure was used to determine the most appropriate spacing configuration. An interactive video system was used to test subject recognition distances of eight different device types spaced at the standard distance, 1.5 times and 2.0 times the standard distance. Over 240 subjects were tested.

Roadside Design Guide

Roadside Design Guide
Author: American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials. Task Force for Roadside Safety
Publisher:
Total Pages: 560
Release: 1989
Genre: Roads
ISBN:

Improving Work-zone Delineation on Limited Access Highways

Improving Work-zone Delineation on Limited Access Highways
Author: Frank D. Shepard
Publisher:
Total Pages: 34
Release: 1989
Genre: Road markings
ISBN:

The purpose of this study was to investigate vehicle guidance through work zones by evaluating the effectiveness of two primary components of traffic control relative to delineation. First, a comparison of the steady-burn lights presently used on top of the temporary concrete barriers was made with experimental reflectorized panels. Second, the addition of closely spaced raised pavement markers as a supplement to the existing pavement markings was evaluated. The study was limited to work zones on interstates and four-lane highways. The results of this investigation have led to the recommendation that (1) steady-burn lights on temporary concrete barricades should be replaced with reflectorized panels fabricated with high intensity sheeting, and (2) closely spaced, raised pavement markers should be used as a supplement to existing pavement striping in areas where the roadway alignment changes.