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Traffic Operations Division
TEMPORARY RUMBLE STRIPS
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Traffic Operations Division
TEMPORARY RUMBLE STRIPS
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Table of Contents
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4-5 What are Temporary Rumble Strips?
Why are they needed?
TxDOT Standard WZ(RS)-12
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11-16
What We’ve Learned 4 17-18
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What are Temporary Rumble Strips?
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What are Temporary Rumble Strips?
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Creates similar effect as standard edge/center line rumble stripes – Driver will feel & hear the
bumps
Portable (no glue or nails)
Placed in accordance with TxDOT standard WZ(RS)-13
Currently only approved strip is RoadQuake 2 by Plastic Safety Systems, Inc.
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Why are they needed?
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Why is TxDOT now using
temporary rumble strips?
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Why are they needed?
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To ensure driver’s are aware of upcoming
work zones in order to protect the workers
and the driver
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Why are they needed?
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Distracted Visual Manual Cognitive
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Why are they needed?
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Why are they needed?
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Adding to the list of methods used to warn and protect
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TxDOT Standard WZ(RS)-12
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TxDOT Standard WZ(RS)-12
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Began with May 2013 Let
Construction & Maintenance project
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TxDOT Standard WZ(RS)-12
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Understanding the Terminology
WZ(RS-1b)-13 1 Complete Set = 4 Arrays = 12 Strips = 36 Units
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TxDOT Standard WZ(RS)-12
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When should a project use
temporary rumble strips?
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TxDOT Standard WZ(RS)-12
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One-Lane, Two Way
flagging** operation with a
posted speed of 70 MPH or
less
Lane closures** on a road
or highway with a posted
speed limit of 70 MPH or
less
**NOTE: Includes Portable
Traffic Signals & Automated
Flagging Devices
Current Requirement
When should a project use temporary rumble strips?
Freeways
Expressways
If the speed limit is greater
than 70 MPH
On a third lane if more than
one lane is closed
Currently Not Allowed
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TxDOT Standard WZ(RS)-12
Potential Changes Under Review
Evaluating use on conventional highways of 75 MPH
Testing on Interstate 35 in Waco, TX
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What We’ve Learned
Installation Issues
Must install properly to be effective and
remain in place
Potential Noise Complaints
Weight
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What We’ve Learned
Do not place on:
Horizontal Curves
Fresh Seal Coat Jobs
Bleeding Asphalt
Soft Pavement
Heavily Rutted Roads
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Any Name
Traffic Operations Division
TEMPORARY RUMBLE STRIPS
Some images used in this presentation are from http://www.plasticsafety.com