This report is a synthesis of research findings on current practices in the delineation of portable concrete safety-shaped barriers (CSSBs) in work zones. The information is based on a review of … [Read more...] about Work Zone Traffic Management Synthesis: Barrier Delineation Treatments Used in Work Zones
Delineators
Evaluation of Delineation Systems for Temporary Traffic Barriers in Work Zones
This study investigated the effectiveness of various barrier-mounted reflectors. Barrier delineators come in different shapes and sizes, and their materials and installation labor costs also differ. … [Read more...] about Evaluation of Delineation Systems for Temporary Traffic Barriers in Work Zones
Use of “Saddle drums”/“Saddlemarker”
Washington state DOT used saddle drums in a test area in the Northwest Region. The feelings were that they provided good barrier delineation (large target value) but were somewhat expensive for the … [Read more...] about Use of “Saddle drums”/“Saddlemarker”
Top-mounted object markers for delineation of portable concrete barrier wall on highway projects or alternative devices
The Nebraska Department of Roads mounts a 12" x 24" vertical panel on top of the concrete barrier. The concrete barrier has two vertical square holes on the top of the barrier for placing a post. … [Read more...] about Top-mounted object markers for delineation of portable concrete barrier wall on highway projects or alternative devices
Top-mounted object markers for delineation of portable concrete barrier wall on highway projects or alternative devices
Montana uses a top-mounted delineator that is 108mm wide by 89mm tall, using the recommended manufacturer specifications for an adhesive to fasten these to the top of the rail every 9.15 meters. … [Read more...] about Top-mounted object markers for delineation of portable concrete barrier wall on highway projects or alternative devices
Use of “Saddle drums”/“Saddlemarker”
Illinois DOT used "Saddlemarker" devices as a part of a major freeway reconstruction project on I-270 northeast of the St. Louis metropolitan area. On this project, the devices were placed at 250' … [Read more...] about Use of “Saddle drums”/“Saddlemarker”