This document was prepared by the author for inclusion into a DHS/FEMA funding request. It includes supporting documents prepared for the California Department of Transportation (CALTRANS) and for … [Read more...] about Cost-Benefit Analysis & Justification: Mobile Barriers MBT-1
Benefit Cost Analysis
Balsi Beam Deployment Support
This study deals with a cost benefit analysis of the Balsi Beam Crash protection System. This system has been developed by the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) to provide positive … [Read more...] about Balsi Beam Deployment Support
Deployment and Evaluation of Mobile Barrier in CDOT Research Branch
This cost benefit analysis, prepared by the Colorado Department of Transportation, was successfully used to justify the use of federal funds to acquire Mobile Barriers MBT-1. … [Read more...] about Deployment and Evaluation of Mobile Barrier in CDOT Research Branch
Improving Traffic Flow at Long-term Roadworks
Long-term roadworks on highways are vital as part of roadway and bridge renovations. They generate bottlenecks and can consequently cause congestion and accidents. If the number of lanes is reduced, … [Read more...] about Improving Traffic Flow at Long-term Roadworks
Analysis of Expected Crash Reduction Benefits and Costs of Truck-Mounted Attenuator Use in Work Zones
A truck-mounted attenuator (TMA) is a device that attaches to the back of a work truck to help protect work crews and the traveling public from the severe consequences of rear-end crashes between … [Read more...] about Analysis of Expected Crash Reduction Benefits and Costs of Truck-Mounted Attenuator Use in Work Zones
Evaluation of Cost-Effectiveness of Steady-Burn Warning Lights in Work Zones
The 2009 Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) recognizes the potential safety benefit of providing enhanced delineation on temporary traffic control (TTC) devices and allows for warning … [Read more...] about Evaluation of Cost-Effectiveness of Steady-Burn Warning Lights in Work Zones