Oregon Department of Transportation was provided the ability to use photo radar in a state highway work zone during the Oregon 2007 Legislative Session. As part of this authority the Oregon DOT may … [Read more...] about Photo enforcement in work zones
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Traffic management techniques (beyond the MUTCD) used to reduce delay in work zones
Oregon DOT works at night when traffic analysis shows that work zone lane capacity is insufficient to handle the demand. It has improved traffic movement using alternate routes and detours and … [Read more...] about Traffic management techniques (beyond the MUTCD) used to reduce delay in work zones
Worksite traffic supervisor requirement and certification
As of Dec. 1998, Oregon is developing traffic control supervisor specifications that will be similar to those in Washington state. Complex and high-volume projects will include a bid item for a … [Read more...] about Worksite traffic supervisor requirement and certification
Work Zone Public Service Campaigns
The Work Zone Public Service Campaigns have been carried out for several years. They are aimed at reducing the number of injury and fatal traffic crashes that occur in highway work zones in Oregon. … [Read more...] about Work Zone Public Service Campaigns
Incident management techniques on major construction projects
Oregon stations tow vehicles at worksites to clear stalled or wrecked vehicles immediately. On some projects, Oregon DOT provides a traffic control person equipped with tow cable, water, fuel, etc., … [Read more...] about Incident management techniques on major construction projects
Changing light bulbs on overhead signs
For short-duration and maintenance work such as this, Oregon DOT has developed a handbook for their maintenance crews. This handbook, called the "Oregon Temporary Traffic Control Handbook for … [Read more...] about Changing light bulbs on overhead signs