Typically, speed limits are reduced in work zones to safely accommodate construction activities and motorists on the roadway. This paper presents a methodology to evaluate the temporal and spatial … [Read more...] about Evaluation of Spatial and Temporal Speed Limit Compliance in Highway Work Zones
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Modeling Speed-Flow Relationship and Merging Behavior in Work Zone Merging Areas
This paper aims to investigate the speed-flow relationship and drivers' merging behavior in work zone merging areas. It first proposes lane-based speed-flow models, incorporating traffic conflicts … [Read more...] about Modeling Speed-Flow Relationship and Merging Behavior in Work Zone Merging Areas
Joint Merge and Its Impact on Merging Speeds in Lane Reduction Areas of Construction Zone
To increase the efficiency and safety of traffic flow in the vicinity of lane reduction transition areas, engineers have begun to use innovative techniques to facilitate traffic flow through these … [Read more...] about Joint Merge and Its Impact on Merging Speeds in Lane Reduction Areas of Construction Zone
Evaluation of Innovative Safety Treatments, Volume 2: A Study of the Effectiveness of Temporary Rumble Strips in Construction Work Zones
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District 1 office utilized temporary rumble strips on the approach to work zone areas on State Road 31 to alert motorists of lane closures associated … [Read more...] about Evaluation of Innovative Safety Treatments, Volume 2: A Study of the Effectiveness of Temporary Rumble Strips in Construction Work Zones
Evaluating Effectiveness of Dynamic Speed Display Signs in Transition Zones of Two-Lane Rural Highways in Pennsylvania
Although law enforcement is an effective method to manage speeds, it requires significant resources to ensure adequate spatial and temporal compliance. In some cases, alternative speed management … [Read more...] about Evaluating Effectiveness of Dynamic Speed Display Signs in Transition Zones of Two-Lane Rural Highways in Pennsylvania
Evaluation of Speed Monitoring Displays for Work Zones in Las Vegas, Nevada
Speed monitoring displays (i.e., speed trailers) have been evaluated in many states for reducing vehicular speeds in work zones. This study evaluated the enhancements to speed trailers regarding … [Read more...] about Evaluation of Speed Monitoring Displays for Work Zones in Las Vegas, Nevada