16 units of drone radar were used statewide in Virginia. They were not perceived to be very effective as a speed control measure. A disadvantage was that project personnel had to keep them charged and … [Read more...] about Use of drone radar, safety intrusion alarms, and CB Wizard in work zones
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Vehicle warning lights
See Section 6F.80 Vehicle Warning Lights in the Virginia Work Area Protection Manual which is available on the web site below. … [Read more...] about Vehicle warning lights
Application of types of temporary/removable pavement marking material and special linestriping material
Virginia uses removable tape for construction pavement markings on final roadway surfaces and in areas where traffic patterns are subject to change before the pavement is resurfaced or demolished. … [Read more...] about Application of types of temporary/removable pavement marking material and special linestriping material
Permit requirements to install/erect temporary traffic control warning signs and other temporary traffic control devices along roadways
Virginia requires a permit to work or set up traffic control in state right of way. … [Read more...] about Permit requirements to install/erect temporary traffic control warning signs and other temporary traffic control devices along roadways
Work zone impact thresholds
Virginia DOT does not use performance specs. For now, hours of operation are specified in the contract based on traffic volumes and available lanes. Nearly all lane closures on limited-access … [Read more...] about Work zone impact thresholds
Penalty for failing to promptly open lanes beyond the lane closure limit
When considering penalty charges, the first issue in Virginia DOT's case is clarification of terminology and intent. VDOT's statutory authority to assess penalties is currently limited to violations … [Read more...] about Penalty for failing to promptly open lanes beyond the lane closure limit