This study was conducted to provide the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) with the state-of-the-practice tools that are available and used by other state agencies for estimating the traffic … [Read more...] about Estimation of Traffic Impacts at Work Zones: State of the Practice
Virginia Transportation Research Council
Final Report: An Overview of Virginia’s Computerized Crash Records Systems
This report identifies the various components of Virginia's computerized crash records systems and explains how these components process crash data. Emphasis has been placed on recording information … [Read more...] about Final Report: An Overview of Virginia’s Computerized Crash Records Systems
Deflection Limits for Temporary Concrete Barriers
Whenever a traffic control plan is developed that utilizes temporary barriers, it is important to define acceptable barrier deflection criteria. However, the acceptable deflection criteria can be … [Read more...] about Deflection Limits for Temporary Concrete Barriers
A Determination of the Appropriateness of Virginia’s Retroreflective Sign Sheeting Specification for Flourescent Orange Construction and Maintenance Signs
To ensure the safe and efficient movement of traffic through a highway network during nighttime conditions, traffic signs are either illuminated or made retroreflective. Since illuminating all highway … [Read more...] about A Determination of the Appropriateness of Virginia’s Retroreflective Sign Sheeting Specification for Flourescent Orange Construction and Maintenance Signs
Crash Characteristics at Work Zones
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
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