Connecticut DOT used signing and flashing lights to warn oversize vehicles of low clearances and positions warnings far enough back to allow vehicles to exit highway prior to clearance restriction. … [Read more...] about Devices and early warning methods used to reduce hits on low-clearance structures
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Time frame allowed for lane closure setup (e.g., 9:00am to 3:30pm)
In Connecticut, lane closure times are typically set based on traffic volumes. For daytime operations, the allowable hours on most roadways are 9 am to 3 pm. Limited-access roadways are normally more … [Read more...] about Time frame allowed for lane closure setup (e.g., 9:00am to 3:30pm)
Work zone speed limit
Advisory speed limits are used to identify safe speeds for a specific condition within a work zone. The signs are installed by the appropriate governing authority. Black-and-orange signs are used in … [Read more...] about Work zone speed limit
Switched from Construction/Engineering Grade sheeting to High-Intensity sheeting for barrels and barricades
In Connecticut, for projects that have a design completion date after April 17, 2002, bright fluorescent sheeting is required on traffic drums and traffic cones. For the sheeting for construction … [Read more...] about Switched from Construction/Engineering Grade sheeting to High-Intensity sheeting for barrels and barricades
Warning lights on channelizing devices
See Section 9.76 Barricade Warning Lights of State of Connecticut Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Roads, Bridges, Facilities and Incidental Construction Form 819 for guidance … [Read more...] about Warning lights on channelizing devices
Requirement for using channelizing devices (e.g. cones) to separate traffic from the work area for a work operation (e.g. paving)
Typically traffic cones or drums are installed to separate the work area from the travelway. See the web site below for a typical traffic control plan for alternating one-way traffic controlled by … [Read more...] about Requirement for using channelizing devices (e.g. cones) to separate traffic from the work area for a work operation (e.g. paving)