Extensive literature exists regarding recommendations for lane widths, merging tapers, and work zone geometry to provide safe and efficient traffic operations. However, it is often infeasible or … [Read more...] about Application of LiDAR and Connected Vehicle Data to Evaluate the Impact of Work Zone Geometry on Freeway Traffic Operations
Work Zone Design
Webinar: Improving Large Truck Safety Through the Design and Operation of Work Zones
Work zones can create special challenges for drivers of large vehicles, such as commercial motor vehicles, due to space restrictions. Road work must take place within highway rights-of-way and, … [Read more...] about Webinar: Improving Large Truck Safety Through the Design and Operation of Work Zones
Talking Freight – Work Zone Design and Large Trucks
The reconstruction and rehabilitation of U.S. interstate highways and other major and minor roadways that are part of the overall roadway system network often require work zones that allow the … [Read more...] about Talking Freight – Work Zone Design and Large Trucks
Applying the Americans with Disabilities Act in Work Zones: A Practitioner Guide
Many practitioners are looking for guidance and examples of common solutions for complying with the American with Disabilities Act to assist them in the development of their designs and specifications … [Read more...] about Applying the Americans with Disabilities Act in Work Zones: A Practitioner Guide
Optimizing Work Zone Practices for Highway Construction Projects
Recent studies indicate that work zones suffer from an increasing trend of deaths and injuries in and around the highway construction areas with an average of 745 fatalities and 40,700 severe injuries … [Read more...] about Optimizing Work Zone Practices for Highway Construction Projects
Doing More With Less
Scarce financial resources, limited rights-of-way, and continuing concerns about the environmental footprint of highway projects have compelled transportation officials to do more with less when … [Read more...] about Doing More With Less