A clear understanding of work zone crashes will enhance the selection of the appropriate measures that can minimize the negative impacts of work zones. This study investigated the characteristics of … [Read more...] about Crash Characteristics at Work Zones
Virginia Transportation Research Council
Determining the Effectiveness of Pavement Marking Materials
The purpose of this research was to determine the safety, motorist opinion, and cost-effectiveness of pavement marking materials used by the Virginia Department of Transportation and to develop … [Read more...] about Determining the Effectiveness of Pavement Marking Materials
Estimating Road User Costs as a Basis for Incentive/Disincentive (I/D) Amounts in Highway Construction Contracts
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) occasionally includes an incentive/ disincentive for early completion (I/D) in its construction contracts. This report presents the results of a … [Read more...] about Estimating Road User Costs as a Basis for Incentive/Disincentive (I/D) Amounts in Highway Construction Contracts
Improving Night Work Zone Traffic Control
The purpose of this study was to examine traffic control for night work zones from the perspective of both transportation agencies and motorists. This was accomplished by investigating practices of … [Read more...] about Improving Night Work Zone Traffic Control
Assessment of Advanced Warning Signs for Flagging Operations
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and several other state departments of transportation have expressed interest in modifying the advanced warning sign for work zone flagging operations. … [Read more...] about Assessment of Advanced Warning Signs for Flagging Operations
Technical Assistance Report – Traffic Management Techniques for Work Zones
The purpose of this effort was to conduct a literature review and canvass other state departments of transportation (DOTs) to identify new traffic management and construction techniques for use on … [Read more...] about Technical Assistance Report – Traffic Management Techniques for Work Zones