As part of its Quick Hits series, this article reports that 23 vehicles have crashed into road closure gates since 2020, with incidents increasing during recent winters, according to the Wyoming … [Read more...] about WYDOT Says Cars Crashing Into Highway Closure Gates Are Increasing
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Work Zone Cameras Can Now Detect Drivers Using Cell Phones, ARDOT Says
The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) has announced the deployment of enhanced work zone camera technology capable of detecting drivers using handheld devices, such as cell phones, in work … [Read more...] about Work Zone Cameras Can Now Detect Drivers Using Cell Phones, ARDOT Says
Enhancing Safety in Work Zones: The Influence of Speed Feedback on Driving Behavior
Introduction: Work zones play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing road infrastructure to meet growing transportation needs. However, work zones have been identified as hot spots of crashes, with … [Read more...] about Enhancing Safety in Work Zones: The Influence of Speed Feedback on Driving Behavior
Troopers Target Move Over Violators in ODOT Work Zone
Ohio’s Move Over law plays a critical role in protecting roadside and work zone personnel, yet recent enforcement and crash data highlight ongoing safety concerns. Since January 2025, Ohio Department … [Read more...] about Troopers Target Move Over Violators in ODOT Work Zone
Civil Engineering Student Targets Speeding in Oklahoma Work Zones
Oklahoma continues to face serious safety challenges in highway work zones, with more than 7,100 crashes and 91 fatalities recorded between 2017 and 2022. To help address speeding related risks, … [Read more...] about Civil Engineering Student Targets Speeding in Oklahoma Work Zones
DelDOT Announces New Speed Camera in Work Zone on SR 1
The Delaware Department of Transportation, in partnership with the Delaware State Police, is implementing a new Electronic Speed Safety Program (ESSP) camera in the southbound State Route 1 work zone … [Read more...] about DelDOT Announces New Speed Camera in Work Zone on SR 1