The course provides hands-on training on basic analytical methods (sketch planning methods) to compute work zone performance measures (WZPM). The WZPM includes the following factors: capacity, speed, … [Read more...] about Work Zone Traffic Management Analysis Using Analytical Methods
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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
Work Zone Crash Cost Prediction with a Least Median Squares Linear Regression Model
Traffic safety considerations are an important component of work zone design and implementation plans. This study aimed to develop a safety estimation approach on the basis of work zone scheduling and … [Read more...] about Work Zone Crash Cost Prediction with a Least Median Squares Linear Regression Model
Optimal Trade-Offs between Construction Cost and Traffic Delay for Highway Work Zones
Highway work zones often cause traffic congestion, resulting in increased road-user delays and vehicle emissions. These negative impacts of highway work zones can be minimized by a number of … [Read more...] about Optimal Trade-Offs between Construction Cost and Traffic Delay for Highway Work Zones
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