Studies have shown that a large percentage of vehicles involved in work zone crashes are traveling at excessive speeds. While traditional speed enforcement has been shown to reduce speeds through the … [Read more...] about Feasibility of Real-Time Remote Speed Enforcement for Work Zones
Managing Speeds
A Methodology for Assessing the Impact of Radar Transmissions on a Work Zone
A new method of speed reduction in work zones is being investigated where an informational safety message is sent to drivers equipped with compatible receivers. The Safety Warning System, a currently … [Read more...] about A Methodology for Assessing the Impact of Radar Transmissions on a Work Zone
State Will Try out Devices Adjusting I-96 Speed Limit
Mid-Michigan drivers will be the first in the state to experiment with a system designed to ease the flow of traffic and improve safety in construction zones. Sensors and electronic signs will adjust … [Read more...] about State Will Try out Devices Adjusting I-96 Speed Limit
Evaluation of Three Supplementary Traffic Control Measures for Freeway Work Zones
Controlling traffic in work zones to improve safety has long been a major concern for highway agencies. Three traffic control devices- white lane drop arrows, orange rumble strips, and the CB wizard … [Read more...] about Evaluation of Three Supplementary Traffic Control Measures for Freeway Work Zones
Evaluation of Speed Reduction Techniques at Work Zones
The goal of the Midwest States Smart Work Zone Deployment Initiative (MwSWZDI) is to develop better ways of controlling traffic through work zones, which improves traffic safety and traffic operating … [Read more...] about Evaluation of Speed Reduction Techniques at Work Zones
Portable Speed Bump Keeps a Safe Work Zone Around Flaggers
In most cases, motorists entering a work zone decrease the speed of their vehicles and drive more carefully; however, some drivers become frustrated or impatient with traffic delay, making flaggers … [Read more...] about Portable Speed Bump Keeps a Safe Work Zone Around Flaggers