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New York

Use of signing to inform motorists of a website address they may access to receive construction project information

In New York State they have used a similar sign but with an 800 phone number rather than a website. … [Read more...] about Use of signing to inform motorists of a website address they may access to receive construction project information

Placement of G20-1 signs

In New York, relative placement of the W20-1 and G20-1 signs depends on actual conditions, and varies project to project. The G20-1 is typically placed near the project limits, but location must be … [Read more...] about Placement of G20-1 signs

Application of types of temporary/removable pavement marking material and special linestriping material

New York uses paint and removable tape, sometimes supplemented with temporary raised markers. NYDOT is experimenting with the 3M wet-reflective tape for wet-weather performance. The state has … [Read more...] about Application of types of temporary/removable pavement marking material and special linestriping material

Top-mounted object markers for delineation of portable concrete barrier wall on highway projects or alternative devices

New York state standard specifications require delineation on temporary barrier as follows: "The contractor shall provide and maintain delineation on the temporary barriers. This delineation shall … [Read more...] about Top-mounted object markers for delineation of portable concrete barrier wall on highway projects or alternative devices

Temporary Movable (“Zipper”) Barrier systems in work zones

New York has used movable concrete barrier. The New York Thruway Authority has a permanent movable barrier operation on the Tappan Zee Bridge carrying I-87 and I-287 across the Hudson River. Lanes are … [Read more...] about Temporary Movable (“Zipper”) Barrier systems in work zones

Traffic management techniques (beyond the MUTCD) used to reduce accidents in work zones

In New York, speed limit/double fines, dedicated police enforcement, construction zone pavement markings, and safe worksite access were all used to reduce accidents in work zones. … [Read more...] about Traffic management techniques (beyond the MUTCD) used to reduce accidents in work zones

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