The Virginia DOT places the G20-1 sign (Road Work Next XX Miles) in advance of the W20-1 sign (in Virginia, modified to read "Road Work Ahead") for projects in excess of 2 miles in length. … [Read more...] about Placement of G20-1 signs
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Requirement for using channelizing devices (e.g. cones) to separate traffic from the work area for a work operation
In Virginia, 36-inch cones are required in this type of operation to close off and delineate the lane being worked on for roadways greater than 20 feet wide, regardless of whether a pilot vehicle is … [Read more...] about Requirement for using channelizing devices (e.g. cones) to separate traffic from the work area for a work operation
Use of orange fluorescent sheeting on STOP/SLOW paddles
Virginia DOT has required the use of fluorescent orange prismatic lens sheeting for the SLOW side of the paddle, and high-intensity (encapsulated lens) sheeting for the STOP side of the paddle, since … [Read more...] about Use of orange fluorescent sheeting on STOP/SLOW paddles
Switched from Construction/Engineering Grade sheeting to High-Intensity sheeting for drums and barricades
Virginia DOT has switched to high-intensity sheeting for all of its barrels and Type III barricades. The changeover was completed in 1996. Beginning with January 1, 2010 advertisements, fluorescent … [Read more...] about Switched from Construction/Engineering Grade sheeting to High-Intensity sheeting for drums and barricades
Lane closures in rainy weather
Virginia DOT does not have any written requirement to reopen closed lanes during rain. However, it is standard practice to open temporary lane closures, if possible, due to the increased chance of … [Read more...] about Lane closures in rainy weather
Allowing work zone staging changes (making the changes of the work zone traffic control setup) at night on high-volume, urban freeways
Nearly all work on high-speed, high-volume urban freeways in Virginia is performed at night due to lower traffic volumes and a greater window of opportunity to close lanes and complete work without … [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