eLibrary Search
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Research Results
Use of Traffic Channelization Devices at Highway-Rail Grade Crossings
Keywords: Traffic channelization devices, median barriers, highway-rail grade crossings, railroad safety
Abstract: Researchers summarized the use of channelization devices (barriers that physically separate lanes) as a cost-effective way to reduce violations at grade crossings.
Research Results
North Carolina Department of Transportation's "Sealed Corridor" Assessment - Phase IV
Keywords: Sealed Corridor, private grade crossing, grade crossing improvements, safety benefits
Abstract: This report assesses Phase IV of North Carolina's Sealed Corridor program, which closed or added warning devices to 44 private crossings from 1990 to 2008.
Technical Reports
Illinois High-Speed Rail Four-Quadrant Gate Reliability Assessment
Keywords: Four Quadrant Gate; highway-rail intersection; accident reduction; alternative safety measures; safety; reliability assessment; high speed rail; signaling/control technologies; vehicle detection; inductive loops
Abstract: This study assesses the reliability of four-quadrant gates and vehicle detection equipment for a future high-speed rail corridor between Chicago and St. Louis.
Technical Reports
Success Factors in the Reduction of Highway-Rail Grade Crossing Incidents from 1994 to 2003
Keywords: highway-rail intersections, safety
Abstract: This study investigated 10 factors that improved grade crossing safety by 41% between 1994 and 2003.
Research Results
Effects of Active Warning Reliability on Motorist Compliance at Highway-Railroad Grade Crossings
Keywords: Warning reliability, highway-rail grade crossing, traffic control devices, grade crossing safety, active crossings, motorist compliance
Abstract: Researchers examined how the reliability of warning devices affected driver compliance with flashing lights and gates at grade crossings.