Portable changeable message signs (PCMSs) are an important part of traffic control within many Texas work zones . When used properly, these signs can command good attention from motorist, provide … [Read more...] about Improved Work Zone Portable Changeable Message Sign Usage
Texas Transportation Institute
Summary of Treatments to Improve Work Zone Speed Limit Compliance
This is the summary report of the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) sponsored Project 0-4707: Development of Measures for Motivating Drivers to Comply with Speed Limits in Work Zones. The … [Read more...] about Summary of Treatments to Improve Work Zone Speed Limit Compliance
An Assessment of Various Rumble Strip Designs and Pavement Marking Applications for Crosswalks and Work Zones
Traffic control devices applied to the pavement can provide a significant amount of information for the driver. The objective of this research was to assess the effectiveness of various pavement … [Read more...] about An Assessment of Various Rumble Strip Designs and Pavement Marking Applications for Crosswalks and Work Zones
Identification and Testing of Measures to Improve Work Zone Speed Limit Compliance
Thousands of crashes occur in work zones each year, leading to numerous fatalities and injuries. A sizeable portion of these crashes can be attributed to excessive speed, which emphasizes the need to … [Read more...] about Identification and Testing of Measures to Improve Work Zone Speed Limit Compliance
Facilitation of the Implementation of Mobile and Short Duration Maintenance Operations Guidelines
As part of Project 0-4174, Texas Transportation Institute (TTI) researchers developed maintenance traffic control plans (TCPs) for select mobile and short duration operations, as well as guidelines … [Read more...] about Facilitation of the Implementation of Mobile and Short Duration Maintenance Operations Guidelines
Slow Down! TTI Researchers Recommend Strategies for Slowing Drivers Around Work Zones
Making drivers comply with work zone speed limlits can be a difficult task. In 2000, there were 9500 crashes within a work zone and speed was the major cause in 42% of those crashes. The problem is … [Read more...] about Slow Down! TTI Researchers Recommend Strategies for Slowing Drivers Around Work Zones