The use of temporary median crossovers in work zones allows for the closure of one side of a multi-lane roadway while maintaining two-way traffic on the opposite side. This process provides the … [Read more...] about Optimal Design of Work Zone Median Crossovers
Utility Work Zone Traffic Control Guidelines
Provides an introduction to utility work zone operations and presents recommendations for several important aspects of safety related to utility work, including the establishment of a safety culture … [Read more...] about Utility Work Zone Traffic Control Guidelines
Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Plan Software
The Wayne State University – Transportation Research Group has developed products to assist users with creating temporary traffic control plans (TTCPs) and understanding the challenges and … [Read more...] about Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Plan Software
Utility Work Zone Traffic Control: Instructor Guide
This Instructor’s Guide provides background material keyed to a set of Powerpoint slides to aid in the presentation of this program to various audiences. The program provides an introduction to … [Read more...] about Utility Work Zone Traffic Control: Instructor Guide
Evaluation of Effectiveness of Automated Work Zone Information Systems
With the advancement of the Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) technologies, some Automated Work Zone Information Systems (AWIS) have been developed and deployed in the field with the purpose of … [Read more...] about Evaluation of Effectiveness of Automated Work Zone Information Systems
Solutions to the Traffic Snarl
Recurring and nonrecurring traffic conditions can cause traffic congestion and hinder the flow of traffic, but recent technological and operational improvements are available to reduce traffic delay. … [Read more...] about Solutions to the Traffic Snarl