Allowable work hours (AWH), also known as Allowable Closure Hours or Limitations on Operations, for a contract dictate which hours of the day construction and maintenance activities may occur and are … [Read more...] about Night Versus Day Work—Balancing Safety, Operations, and Constructability for Short-Term Operations on Two-Lane Roads
Work Zones
Troopers Target Move Over Violators in ODOT Work Zone
Ohio’s Move Over law plays a critical role in protecting roadside and work zone personnel, yet recent enforcement and crash data highlight ongoing safety concerns. Since January 2025, Ohio Department … [Read more...] about Troopers Target Move Over Violators in ODOT Work Zone
Managing the Traffic Impacts of Highway Infrastructure Constructions: A Framework for Construction Planning
Highway infrastructure construction projects often necessitate temporary traffic pattern changes, such as lane or road closures, which can impact mobility, safety, and the environment. This report … [Read more...] about Managing the Traffic Impacts of Highway Infrastructure Constructions: A Framework for Construction Planning
Construction for the I-80 and Middle Road Interchange Near Bettendorf Has Begun
The Iowa Department of Transportation is advising motorists to expect traffic impacts from construction at the Interstate 80 and Middle Road interchange near Bettendorf. Work is underway to build a … [Read more...] about Construction for the I-80 and Middle Road Interchange Near Bettendorf Has Begun
Civil Engineering Student Targets Speeding in Oklahoma Work Zones
Oklahoma continues to face serious safety challenges in highway work zones, with more than 7,100 crashes and 91 fatalities recorded between 2017 and 2022. To help address speeding related risks, … [Read more...] about Civil Engineering Student Targets Speeding in Oklahoma Work Zones
Back-of-Queue Safety in Work Zones: Risks and Mitigation Strategies
Work zone queuing poses significant safety challenges, particularly on high-speed roadways where sudden congestion can lead to rear-end and secondary crashes. These two resources provide comprehensive … [Read more...] about Back-of-Queue Safety in Work Zones: Risks and Mitigation Strategies