The Standard Drawings are compliant with Oregon Standard Specifications. They are intended to communicate design standards and practices to the Design Engineer. It includes three sections: Roadway … [Read more...] about Oregon Department of Transportation Standard Drawings
Temporary Barriers
Standard Plates
The Standard Plates are divided into 28 sections. Section 628 covers drawings for Movable Concrete Barriers and Section 634, for traffic control in work zones. … [Read more...] about Standard Plates
Devices and Technology to Improve Flagger/Worker Safety
The purpose of this study was to identify new work zone traffic control (WZTC) techniques and devices being used throughout the country to improve worker safety, and to evaluate their appropriateness … [Read more...] about Devices and Technology to Improve Flagger/Worker Safety
Highly-Mobile Worker Protection Systems Workshop: Water Filled Barriers Industry Snapshot
This presentation explains what water filled barriers are, how they work, and what are their benefits and limitations. FHWA approval information and manufacturer websites are also provided. … [Read more...] about Highly-Mobile Worker Protection Systems Workshop: Water Filled Barriers Industry Snapshot
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