Arkansas specifications allow water-based paint for construction pavement markings, and that is the type usually used by contractors. Removable tape is primarily used on concrete surfaces. Arkansas … [Read more...] about Application of types of temporary/removable pavement marking material and special linestriping material
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Time frame allowed for lane closure setup (e.g., 9:00am to 3:30pm)
In Arkansas, the setup time is part of the lane closure time. Lane closure times are determined by lane capacity analysis. … [Read more...] about Time frame allowed for lane closure setup (e.g., 9:00am to 3:30pm)
Direction indicator barricade
After one year of use, the Russellville maintenance crew in Arkansas reported tremendous satisfaction with the direction indicator barricade device. Crews found handling and setting up the signs very … [Read more...] about Direction indicator barricade
Work zone inspection requirements, frequency, documentation, etc.
A written report of each inspection is given to the project engineer in Arkansas. … [Read more...] about Work zone inspection requirements, frequency, documentation, etc.
Incentives/disincentives
In regard to the use of incentives/disincentives, Arkansas goes by the federal MUTCD. Guidelines vary as conditions require. Incentive/disincentive measures are included in contracts. … [Read more...] about Incentives/disincentives
Center lane closure
Arkansas DOT uses center lane closures as a last resort when volumes do not allow two lanes to be closed on a six-lane freeway. One project required a center lane closure, using MUTCD TA-38 for an … [Read more...] about Center lane closure