Eight-hundred fifty-seven fatalities occurred in work zones in the United States in 2020. One work zone fatality occurs for every 4 billion vehicle miles of travel and for every $112 million of … [Read more...] about Modern Solutions to Safe and Efficient Work Zone Travel
Planning and Design
Minimizing Utility Issues During Construction: A Guide
Roadways intersect utility facilities above and below ground. Facilities such as water, sewer, natural gas, fiber optic, and electric lines may be impacted by highway improvement projects and often … [Read more...] about Minimizing Utility Issues During Construction: A Guide
Tech That’s Transforming Work Zones
Managing road construction sites is a complex task, but emerging technologies are transforming work zones into safer, more efficient environments. This article explores how innovations like wearable … [Read more...] about Tech That’s Transforming Work Zones
Safety and Operational Impacts of Different Autonomous Vehicle Operations on Freeway Work Zones
The emergence of new Connected and Autonomous Technology (CAT) has led to significant enhancements in operational efficiency and safety within the realm of transportation. Autonomous Vehicles (AVs) … [Read more...] about Safety and Operational Impacts of Different Autonomous Vehicle Operations on Freeway Work Zones
Technologies to Improve Work Zone Safety
CPWR, ARTBA, and the NORA Construction Sector Council Struck-by Work Group hosted this webinar as part of the National Stand-Down to Prevent Struck-by Incidents in Construction. The webinar covers … [Read more...] about Technologies to Improve Work Zone Safety
Traffic Management Systems Actively Managing the Display of Queue Warning Messages
This fact sheet highlights how traffic management systems (TMSs) can be used to generate and display warning messages that alert travelers to congested traffic conditions before travelers encounter … [Read more...] about Traffic Management Systems Actively Managing the Display of Queue Warning Messages