The results of 34 crossings that were installed during the first7 years of illumination of railroad-highway grade crossings in oregon are discussed here. The specifications, along with the orientation of the lights to the road and railroad track, are discussed. The dates of installation for each crossing, number of tracks, orientation of the lights at the crossing, and results of the various light readings are presented. Installation costs are discussed, and the method used to attain the goal of $2, 000 per installation is described. Some of the problems encountered and the accident history during the7 years are analyzed. It is concluded that illumination has provided an effective low-cost alternative for improving crossing safety atnight. This paper appears in transportation research record no. 1316, Visibility for roadways, airways, and seaways 1991: proceedings of a conference, july 25-26, 1990, washington, d.C.
Samenvatting