Wyoming tries to place G20-1 signs in a location where no other signs will be in front of it. Occasionally a short-term operation may have signs such as the W20-1 in advance of the G20-1, but it is … [Read more...] about Placement of G20-1 signs
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Placement of G20-1 signs
In Connecticut, G20-1 signs are used on freeways where the length of work is extensive, usually 5 miles or more, to warn the public of an unusually long work zone. The sign is located where it can be … [Read more...] about Placement of G20-1 signs
Placement of G20-1 signs
Florida DOT uses G20-1 signs indicating work zone length after the advance road work signs, W20-1. Refer to Index 640 and 650. Florida complies with MUTCD guidance. Section 6F-1 of the MUTCD states … [Read more...] about Placement of G20-1 signs
Placement of G20-1 signs
In Louisiana, three W20-1 signs are placed in advance of the B.O.P. on 2-lane undivided, conventional 4-lane divided, and 4-lane undivided highway construction projects. On freeways and expressways, … [Read more...] about Placement of G20-1 signs
Louisiana DOTD Loses Appeal Because of Employee Failure to Warn of Temporary Obstruction
A Louisiana Court of Appeal recently ruled that Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) employees failed to erect appropriate warning signs and properly direct traffic, which were the … [Read more...] about Louisiana DOTD Loses Appeal Because of Employee Failure to Warn of Temporary Obstruction
Contractor Failed to Follow MUTCD Guidelines When Signing for Construction Work Zone Haul Road Controlled by Flaggers; Tennessee Appellate Court Confirms Contractor’s Liability in Motorist’s Death
This case involves claims of negligence and wrongful death arising out of an accident at a highway construction site. The jury found the defendant construction company 70% negligent and the decedent … [Read more...] about Contractor Failed to Follow MUTCD Guidelines When Signing for Construction Work Zone Haul Road Controlled by Flaggers; Tennessee Appellate Court Confirms Contractor’s Liability in Motorist’s Death