This study evaluated the effects of police presence on the speed of vehicles in a work zone and determined the 'halo' effects of police presence (lasting effects when police are gone) on vehicular … [Read more...] about Effects of Police Presence on Speed in a Highway Work Zone: Circulating Marked Police Car Experiment
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Field Evaluation of Work Zone Speed Control Techniques
The results of field studies conducted in Texas to evaluate selected methods of slowing work zone traffic to acceptable speeds are presented. The studies were performed at six work zone sites, … [Read more...] about Field Evaluation of Work Zone Speed Control Techniques
Real-Time Traffic Control for Maintenance Work Zones
Several conclusions can be drawn from the use of active traffic management in Houston: 1. Advance public information of impending work zone activity can minimize public complaints and erratic behavior … [Read more...] about Real-Time Traffic Control for Maintenance Work Zones
ODOT Launches New Freeway Patrol to Combat Congestion
Delaware - Stuck in traffic' Stalled on the side of the road' The Ohio Department of Transportation is launching a new freeway service patrol that could be instrumental in getting you and thousands of … [Read more...] about ODOT Launches New Freeway Patrol to Combat Congestion
I-90 Traffic Restrictions in Place after Memorial Day
Repair work on Interstate 90 between Alden and the Blue Earth Rest Areas will result in lane restrictions and speeds reduced to 40 mph. beginning Tuesday, May 30. The State Patrol has been retained … [Read more...] about I-90 Traffic Restrictions in Place after Memorial Day
Construction Zone Crackdown Set: State Planning No-Merge Zones, Added Patrols
Motorists face tougher traffic enforcement in construction zones this year, including doubling of State Police patrols and new no-merge zones. Three construction sites will test no-merge zones, where … [Read more...] about Construction Zone Crackdown Set: State Planning No-Merge Zones, Added Patrols