Traffic management during freeway reconstruction and in rural work zones.

This report summarizes the results of studies conducted in Texas to evaluate traffic control and safety at various types of work zones. Based on the study findings, recommendations for improving work zones traffic management, particularly at rural works zone and at freeway reconstruction sites, were made and are summarized. The following topic areas are specifically addressed: work zone accidents, rural works zones, freeway reconstruction work zones highway advisory radio, and work zone safety programs.