Virginia DOT provides and installs "Adopt-A-Highway" signs for the volunteer group. The volunteers agree to pick up litter four times a year on a two-mile stretch of roadway for two years. The group … [Read more...] about Traffic control for volunteer litter pickup crews
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Removing temporary traffic control devices with the flow of traffic vs. backing the work vehicle behind to remove the devices
In Virginia, the practice is to remove temporary traffic control devices against the flow of traffic, taking full advantage of the advance warning signs and electronic arrows while removing the … [Read more...] about Removing temporary traffic control devices with the flow of traffic vs. backing the work vehicle behind to remove the devices
Sand barrels in work zones
Typically, Virginia recommends a conservative design (NCHRP 350 TL-3) if there is adequate clearance, usually consisting of twelve barrels for a narrow hazard (see link below for an example array). If … [Read more...] about Sand barrels in work zones