This study quantifies benefits of ITS deployments for work zone applications and also documents key lessons learned from previous experience. Agencies interested in deploying similar systems can … [Read more...] about Benefits of Using Intelligent Transportation Systems in Work Zones – A Summary Report
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Benefits and Safety Impact of Night Work-Zone Activities
A literature review and discussions with highway and transportation officials in several states provided information on issues relating to the planning, safety, and traffic control aspects of night … [Read more...] about Benefits and Safety Impact of Night Work-Zone Activities
Guidelines for the Application of Removable Rumble Strips
This work was initiated to assess the viability of removable rumble strips as replacements for asphalt rumble strips, particularly in short term highway work zones. The two rumble strips tested were … [Read more...] about Guidelines for the Application of Removable Rumble Strips
Assessing the Benefits of Smart Work Zone Systems
Smart work zones (SWZs) are being deployed around the United States as a way to inform drivers dynamically about traffic conditions within a work zone. SWZs use sensors to detect traffic flow … [Read more...] about Assessing the Benefits of Smart Work Zone Systems