In Nevada, depending on the location of the project, whether urban or rural, high speeds, high volumes, etc., the majority of work is done at night due to reduced traffic volumes. Changing the traffic … [Read more...] about Allowing work zone staging changes (making the changes of the work zone traffic control setup) at night on high-volume, urban freeways
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Work zone speed limit
Nevada DOT has a flexible approach to reduction of speed limits when lane widths are reduced, when lanes are closed, shifted or detoured, when bridge false work is necessary, etc. Speed reductions … [Read more...] about Work zone speed limit
Time frame allowed for lane closure setup (e.g., 9:00am to 3:30pm)
Nevada assesses each location depending on the scope of work, speeds, traffic volumes, etc. and makes the determination as to how many lanes need to be kept open, what hours the contractor can work, … [Read more...] about Time frame allowed for lane closure setup (e.g., 9:00am to 3:30pm)
Lane lines in work zones
For standard applications, Nevada DOT's typical lane line width is 4 inches. Wider lines are used for permanent markings on full controlled-access roadways. Nevada DOT had used wider lines in work … [Read more...] about Lane lines in work zones
“Give ’em a Brake”
Motorist information about work zones are provided on the campaign website along with information regarding the new double penalty law in work zones. The "Give 'em a Brake" slogan is also included in … [Read more...] about “Give ’em a Brake”
Nevada:Use of safety intrusion alarms in work zones
Nevada DOT has used safety intrusion alarms in work zones. The type of safety intrusion alarm used is electrical. The system was effective at first, but construction vehicles began running through the … [Read more...] about Nevada:Use of safety intrusion alarms in work zones