Work Zone Traffic Management Synthesis: Tiedown Methods for Precast Concrete Safety Shaped Barriers

Work Zone Traffic Management Synthesis: Tiedown Methods for

Precast Concrete Safety Shaped Barriers

FHWA-TS-89-036

ABSTRACT

This report is a synthesis of research findings and current practices regarding the
design and application of systems for anchoring (tieing down) portable concrete safety
shaped barriers (CSSBs) to highway pavements. The presented information is based
on a literature review, field observation and discussions with highway officials in a
selection of states. The report presents design graphics on a number of methods for
controlling sliding, tilting and overturning of portable CSSBs, identifies areas for
research, and makes recommendation regarding practices and information that should
be included in the AASHTO Roadside Design Guide.

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1. Report No. 2. Government Accession No. 3. Recipient's Catalog No.

FHWA-TS-
89-036
4. Title and Subtitle 5. Report Date

Work Zone Traffic Management July 1989

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Synthesis: Tiedown Methods for

6. Performing Organization Code
Precast Concrete Safety Shaped
Barriers
7. Author(s) 8. Performing Organization No.

Errol C. Noel, Ziad A. Sabra,

Conrad L. Dudek
9. Performing Organization Name and Address 10. Work Unit No. (TRAIS)

Contractor: Daniel Consultants, Inc. NCP 3A9a

Columbia, Maryland 0073
Subcontractor: Dudek & Assoc.,
11. Contract or Grant No.
Bryan, Texas
DTFH61-88-
X-00007
12. Sponsoring Agency Name and Address 13. Type of Report and Period Covered

Federal Highway Administration Final Report

Turner-Fairbank Highway Research May 1988 -
Center May 1989
6300 Georgetown Pike
14. Sponsoring Agency Code
McLean, Virginia 22101-2296
15. Supplementary Notes

FHWA Contract Manager: Guenther Lerch, HRT-20

16. Abstract

This report is a synthesis of research findings and current

practices regarding the design and application of systems for
anchoring (tieing down) portable concrete safety shaped barriers
(CSSBs) to highway pavements. The presented information is
based on a literature review, field observation and discussions
with highway officials in a selection of states. The report
presents design graphics on a number of methods for controlling
sliding, tilting and overturning of portable CSSBs, identifies
areas for research, and makes recommendation regarding
practices and information that should be included in the
AASHTO Roadside Design Guide.
17. Key Words 18. Distribution Statement

barrier tiedown, barrier No restrictions. This

anchorage, concrete
barrier, work zone
safety
19. Security Classification (of this
report)
document is available to
the public through the
National Technical
Information Service,
Springfield, VA 22161.
20. Security Classification (of this 21. No. of Pages 22. Price
page)

67
Unclassified Unclassified

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Form DOT F 1700.7 (8-72) Reproduction of completed page authorized

Advanced Traveler Information Systems | Driver and Human Performance

Driver Information Systems | Intelligent Vehicle/In-Vehicle
ITS Capabilities | Older Drivers | Pedestrian/Bicyclist Safety
Roadway & Roadside Safety | Safety Management | Traffic Management Systems | Work Zones

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