Centerline Curbing Treatment at Railroad Crossings for Improved Safety

摘要: The objectives of this research were to study unsafe actions motor vehicle drivers at railroad highway grade crossings, evaluate centerline barriers in reducing those driver actions, and note any maintenance or other issues with the barriers. Driver observed two crossings before after installation A comparison pre- post-barrier periods provided information on effectiveness while periodic inspection needs. major concern Nebraska Department Roads is potential for crashes railroad-highway resulting from motorists such as, rushing gates beat an oncoming train playing “chicken” approaching train, among others. Playing refers intentional standing a tracks only moving when hits brakes. Crashes may not necessarily involve trains as some (e.g., backing up, U-turns) result involving vehicles only. In crossing North 141st Street City Waverly, NE “M” Fremont, monitored help day night vision cameras digital video recorders. Motor whenever down instances noted. effort reduce gate motorist researchers installed flexible rubber plastic both sides along roadway centerlines prevent going around gates. period compared pre-install using appropriate statistical tools. Results show that fewer particular, significantly reduced sites. Centerline are recommended use where rushes) concern. Damage abuse was noted no snowplowing came attention during period. amount damage function traffic volume, percentage trucks, if sharp turns involved. Finally, revealed pedestrians bicyclists engaged which investigation future study.