The rapid development in Seattle has significantly increased construction activities within the right-of-way (ROW), leading to widespread work zones (WZs). Effective management of these work zones is … [Read more...] about GIS Implementation for Managing Construction Work Zones: A Case Study of Seattle
Construction and Maintenance
Huge Roadwork Delays Caused by Failure to Collect Signs
New data reveals significant disruption from utility roadworks in Norfolk, with companies overrunning projects by more than 1,300 days in 2024. Anglian Water received the most fines, often for failing … [Read more...] about Huge Roadwork Delays Caused by Failure to Collect Signs
Crashes in I-94 Work Zone Prompt Safety Warnings, Schedule Changes
Two semitruck crashes within 24 hours on I-94 near Jackson have raised concerns about safety in construction zones. The incidents occurred in an area with temporary lane shifts for a chip seal … [Read more...] about Crashes in I-94 Work Zone Prompt Safety Warnings, Schedule Changes
Forecasting Traffic Flow by Vehicle Category on a Major Highway Impacted by Road Maintenance Works
In this paper the authors look at the forecasting of traffic flow on a major highway in the Netherlands impacted by road maintenance works, examining the effects of lane closures on intensities per … [Read more...] about Forecasting Traffic Flow by Vehicle Category on a Major Highway Impacted by Road Maintenance Works
An Optimization Framework for Pavement Treatment and Spatio-Temporal Distribution of Work Zone Closures
Departments of transportation are responsible for maintaining the roadway network at certain pavement levels and operational performance. While these two metrics are often looked at separately, we … [Read more...] about An Optimization Framework for Pavement Treatment and Spatio-Temporal Distribution of Work Zone Closures
Pedestrian Safety During Road Construction Works Along Federal Route (F050)
This study assesses the low level of safety of Federal Route (F050) in the Parit Raja area, specifically within road construction zones for pedestrian road users. It addresses the research gap … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Safety During Road Construction Works Along Federal Route (F050)