This paper presents an investigation into the effect of the driver population factor on the capacity of long-term freeway reconstruction zones. A major reconstruction project in Ontario, Canada … [Read more...] about Examination of the Effect of Driver Population at Freeway Reconstruction Zones
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Enhanced Crash Reporting to Explore Workzone Crash Patterns
This work analyzes patterns and factors in workzone crashes. In response to actual and suspected deficiencies in the quality of workzone crash reporting from standard police crash reports, an enhanced … [Read more...] about Enhanced Crash Reporting to Explore Workzone Crash Patterns
Long-Term Effectiveness of Speed Monitoring Displays in Work Zones on Rural Interstate Highways
The long-term effectiveness of Speed Monitoring Displays (SMDs) was evaluated as part of the Midwest States Smart Work Zone Deployment Initiative, a pooled-fund study sponsored by Iowa, Kansas, … [Read more...] about Long-Term Effectiveness of Speed Monitoring Displays in Work Zones on Rural Interstate Highways
Dynamic Late Merge Control Concept for Work Zones on Rural Interstate Highways
Conventional traffic control plans for lane closures of rural interstate normally work well as long as congestion does not develop. However, when the traffic demand exceeds the capacity of the work … [Read more...] about Dynamic Late Merge Control Concept for Work Zones on Rural Interstate Highways
Evaluation of Speed Displays and Rumble Strips at Rural Maintenance Work Zones
This paper describes an evaluation of the effectiveness of speed displays and portable rumble strips at reducing speeds in rural maintenance work zones. Speed displays are radaractivated signs that … [Read more...] about Evaluation of Speed Displays and Rumble Strips at Rural Maintenance Work Zones
Work Zone Speed Control and Management by State Transportation Agencies and Toll Authorities
This paper describes the results of a written questionnaire survey sent to state traffic engineers and their equivalents at toll authorities to determine their practices and policies regarding speed … [Read more...] about Work Zone Speed Control and Management by State Transportation Agencies and Toll Authorities