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General General Notes ‐ Legend
PTS 000 – General Standards PTS 001: Maintenance and Protection of Traffic Milled Pavement Differential in Lane PTS 002: Maintenance and Protection of Traffic Binder Pavement Differential in Lane PTS 003: Maintenance and Protection of Traffic Pavement Differential on Right Shoulder PTS 004: Maintenance and Protection of Traffic Pavement Differential in Median Shoulder PTS 005: Trailer‐Mounted Equipment Placement PTS 006: Inlet Delineation PTS 007: Traffic Pace / Stoppage
PTS 900 – Long‐Term Wide Median Standards PTS 900‐1 Notes: General Notes PTS 900‐2A: Mobile Operation for 2 Lanes – Right Lane and Shoulder Work Zone PTS 900‐2B: Mobile Operation for 2 Lanes – Left Lane and Median Work Zone PTS 900‐3A: Mobile Operation for 3 Lanes – Right and Center Lane Work Zone PTS 900‐3B: Mobile Operation for 3 Lanes – Left and Center Lane Work Zone PTS 900‐4: Single Lane Traffic Pattern PTS 900‐5: Single Lane Traffic Pattern for 3 Lane Section PTS 900‐6: Lane Closure Traffic Pattern for Interchange and Service Plaza Areas PTS 900‐7: Mobile Shoulder Operation PTS 900‐8: Stationary Shoulder Closure with Channelizing Devices PTS 900‐9: Stationary Shoulder Closure with Temporary Concrete Barrier PTS 900‐10A: Lanes Narrow Detail – 2 Lanes Narrow (W ≤ 2.5 FT. and A < 24 FT.) PTS 900‐10B: Lanes Narrow Detail – 3 Lanes Narrow (W ≤ 3.75 FT. and A < 36 FT.) PTS 900‐11A: Lanes Shift Detail – 2 Lanes Shift (W > 2.5 FT. and A = 24 FT.) PTS 900‐11B: Lanes Shift Detail – 3 Lanes Shift (W > 3.75 FT. and A = 36 FT.) PTS 900‐12A: Emergency Pull‐Off – Type I in Temporary Concrete Barrier PTS 900‐12B: Emergency Pull‐Off – Type III PTS 900‐12C: Opening in Temporary Concrete Barrier for Access to Construction Area PTS 900‐12D: Combined Emergency Pull‐Off – Type I and Opening in Temporary Concrete Barrier for Access to Construction Area PTS 900‐13: Opening in Temporary Concrete Barrier with Truck Crossing PTS 900‐14: 3 Lane to 2 Lane Long‐Term Lane Closure PTS 900‐15: Crossover Traffic Pattern
PTS 905 – Long‐Term Narrow Median Standards PTS 905‐1 Notes: General Notes PTS 905‐2A: Mobile Operation for 2 Lanes – Right Lane and Shoulder Work Zone PTS 905‐2B: Mobile Operation for 2 Lanes – Left Lane and Median Work Zone PTS 905 3A: Mobile Operation for 3 Lanes – Right and Center Lane Work Zone PTS 905‐3B: Mobile Operation for 3 Lanes – Left and Center Lane Work Zone PTS 905‐4: Single Lane Traffic Pattern PTS 905‐5: Single Lane Traffic Pattern for 3 Lane Section
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PTS 905‐6: Lane Closure Traffic Pattern for Interchange and Service Plaza Areas PTS 905‐7: Mobile Shoulder Operation PTS 905‐8: Stationary Shoulder Closure with Channelizing Devices PTS 905‐9: Stationary Shoulder Closure with Temporary Concrete Barrier PTS 905‐10A: Lanes Narrow Detail – 2 Lanes Narrow (W < 2.5 FT. and A < 24 FT.) PTS 905‐10B: Lanes Narrow Detail – 3 Lanes Narrow (W < 3.75 FT. and A < 36 FT.) PTS 905‐11A: Lanes Shift Detail – 2 Lanes Shift (W > 2.5 FT. and A = 24 FT.) PTS 905‐11B: Lanes Shift Detail – 3 Lanes Shift (W > 3.75 FT. and A = 36 FT.) PTS 905 12A: Miscellaneous Details – Emergency Pull–Off Type I in Temporary Concrete Barrier PTS 905 12B: Emergency Pull‐Off – Type III PTS 905‐12C: Opening in Temporary Concrete Barrier for Access to Construction Area PTS 905‐12D: Combined Emergency Pull‐Off – Type I and Opening in Temporary Concrete Barrier for Access to Construction Area PTS 905‐13: Opening in Temporary Concrete Barrier with Truck Crossing PTS 905‐14: 3 Lane to 2 Lane Long Term Closure PTS 905‐15: Crossover Traffic Pattern PTS 905‐16: Tunnel Crossover Pattern
PTS 910 – Short‐Term Wide Median Standards PTS 910‐1 Notes: General Notes PTS 910‐2A: Mobile Operation for 2 Lanes – Right Lane and Shoulder Work Zone PTS 910‐2B: Mobile Operation for 2 Lanes – Left Lane and Median Work Zone PTS 910‐3A: Mobile Operation for 3 Lanes – Right and Center Lane Work Zone PTS 910‐3B: Mobile Operation for 3 Lanes – Left and Center Lane Work Zone PTS 910‐4: Single Lane Traffic Pattern PTS 910‐5: Single Lane Traffic Pattern for 3 Lane Section PTS 910‐6: Lane Closure Traffic Pattern for Interchange and Service Plaza Areas PTS 910‐7: Mobile Shoulder Operations PTS 910‐8: Stationary Shoulder Closure with Channelizing Devices PTS 910‐9: Survey Work Along Shoulder PTS 910‐10: Utility Work Along Shoulder PTS 910‐11A: Traffic Line Painting Operation – Right Lane PTS 910‐11B: Traffic Line Painting Operation – Left Lane
PTS 915 – Short‐Term Narrow Median Standards PTS 915‐1 Notes: General Notes PTS 915‐2A: Mobile Operation for 2 Lanes – Right Lane and Shoulder Work Zone PTS 915‐2B: Mobile Operation for 2 Lanes – Left Lane and Median Work Zone PTS 915‐3A: Mobile Operation for Three Lanes – Right and Center Lane Work Zone PTS 915‐3B: Mobile Operation for Three Lanes – Left and Center Lane Work Zone PTS 915‐4: Single Lane Traffic Pattern PTS 915‐5: Single Lane Traffic Pattern for 3 Lane Section PTS 915‐6: Lane Closure Traffic Pattern for Interchange and Service Plaza Areas PTS 915‐7: Mobile Shoulder Operations PTS 915‐8: Stationary Shoulder Closure with Channelizing Devices
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PTS 915‐9: Survey Work Along Shoulder PTS 915‐10: Utility Work Along Shoulder PTS 915‐11A: Traffic Line Painting Operation – Right Lane PTS 915‐11B: Traffic Line Painting Operation – Left Lane PTS 915‐12: Tunnel Crossover Pattern
PTS 940 – Interchange Operation Standards PTS 940‐1 Notes: Interchange Operations – General Notes PTS 940‐2: Toll Plaza Right Lane Closure Operations Less Than 8 Hours PTS 940‐3: Toll Plaza Right Lane Closure Operations Between 8 and 72 Hours PTS 940‐4: Toll Plaza Right Lane Closure Operations More Than 72 Hours PTS 940‐5: Toll Plaza Center Lane Closure Operations Less Than 8 Hours PTS 940‐6: Toll Plaza Center Lane Closure Operations Between 8 and 72 Hours PTS 940‐7: Toll Plaza Center Plane Closure Operations More Than 72 Hours PTS 940‐8: Advance Warning Signs for Work on Ramps PTS 940‐9: Ramp Bridge Crossover PTS 940‐10A: Work Zone on Ramp – Shoulder Closure PTS 940‐10B: Work Zone on Ramp – Lane Narrows PTS 940‐11: Two‐Lane Ramp, One Lane Closure PTS 940‐12A: E‐ZPass Only Slip Ramp – Lane Addition Closure PTS 940‐12B: E‐ZPass Only Slip Ramp – Lane Closure PTS 940‐13A: Express E‐ZPass Single Lane Closure PTS 940‐13B: Express E‐ZPass Double Lane Closure PTS 940‐14A: Express E‐ZPass Single Lane Closure‐Median Width Less than 15 Feet PTS 940‐14B: Express E‐ZPass Double Lane Closure‐Median Width Less than 15 Feet PTS 940‐15: Traffic Line Painting Operation for Interchange Ramps
Appendix Appendix A: Sign Index in Nomenclature Order
Application
Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC) Maintenance and Protection of Traffic Standards applies to contractors; utilities; Federal, State, County, and Municipal governments; and others performing construction, maintenance, emergency, permit work, utility work, or any other type of work on highway or so closely adjacent to a highway that workers, equipment, or materials encroach on the roadway or interfere with the normal movement of traffic. This also includes any special event that necessitates the need for temporary traffic control. Refer to 67 Pa Code §212.402 for a complete list of types of work that are exempt from the requirements contained in this standard and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).
The PTC Maintenance and Protection of Traffic Standard drawings mentioned hereafter will be referenced as PTS (Example: PTS 910-7).
PTC Maintenance and Protection of Traffic Standards have precedence over information found in PennDOT Publication 213 and the MUTCD. Furthermore, the PTS drawings shall be utilized in lieu of a Publication 213 or MUTCD Typical Application drawing when roadway conditions are similar (For example PTS 900-3, PTS 905-3, PTS 910-3, and PTS 915-3 would have precedence over PATA 306, PATA 603, and MUTCD TA-35 for a mobileoperation on a multi-lane highway). PTS Applications (000 series) are general in nature and meant to be a possible component of temporary traffic control zones shown in most PTS drawings (900 through 940 series). Multiple PTS drawings (900-940 series) may be combined to create a customized temporary traffic control zone, however, customized traffic control setups shall be approved by the PTC prior to implementation. Install traffic control devices as shown on an approved customized traffic control plan if a PTS, Publication 213, or MUTCD Typical Application drawing does not apply.
The traffic control schemes shown in this standard are normally applicable for both urban and rural areas. Since it is not practical to provide detailed guidelines for all the situations that may conceivably arise, applications are presented for only the most common situations. These are minimum desirable applications for normal situations, and additional protection may be needed when special complexities or potential hazards prevail. The protection prescribed for each situation shall be consistent with the general provisions found in the most recent editions of 67 Pa Code, Chapter 212, Official Traffic Control Devices and the MUTCD as issued by the Federal Highway Administration and should be based on common sense; engineering judgment; thespeed and volume of traffic; the duration of the operation; the exposure to potential hazards; the physical features of the highway including horizontal alignment, vertical alignment, and the presence of intersections and driveways; and other important factors.
General Notes Definitions (Page 1 of 2)Buffer Zone - Area that separates traffic flow from the work zone. Buffer zones must remain clear ofequipment, vehicles, workers, and materials. The length of longitudinal buffer zone is defined on the PTS figures and may be increased for downgrades or other conditions that affect stopping sight distance.
• Longitudinal buffer zone is located in advance of and after the work zone.• Lateral buffer zone is located between flowing traffic and the work area.
Long-Term – Work that occupies a location for more than 12 hours for more than three (3) consecutive days.
Mobile Operation - An operation where the work zone beginning and ending points move as the work activity moves. Work that moves intermittently or continuously for up to 24 hours.
PATA (Pennsylvania Typical Application) - Drawings within PennDOT Publication 213 that depict temporary traffic control conditions.
Portable Sign Post - Rigid device with steel posts for mounting temporary traffic control devices where minimum mounting heights of at least 5’ are required. Refer to PennDOT Publication 111, Traffic Control –Pavement Markings and Signing Standards TC-8717, for details.
Portable Sign Support - A folding, collapsible, or telescoping device for posting temporary traffic control devices where minimum mounting heights of 1’ are acceptable.
Roadway - That portion of a highway improved, designed, or ordinarily used for vehicular travel, exclusive of the sidewalk, berm, or shoulder.
Runout - Length of the taper of a series of channelizing devices for the purpose of moving into the normal path. Located immediately after the end of the work zone.
Shadow Vehicle - A vehicle positioned within the activity in advance of the work zone and work vehicles. The primary purpose of the shadow vehicle is to provide advance information to approaching drivers whileprotecting workers and work vehicles. Shadow vehicles without a truck mounted attenuator must be a 33,000 lb GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) or larger vehicle and loaded to weigh a minimum of 22,000 lbs., or as indicated on the Standard Drawings, in addition to meeting the requirements of PennDOT Publication 212. Vehicle must be equipped with a flashing, oscillating, or revolving amber warning light which is visible from any direction (360° visibility) and is not being used as a work vehicle. The amber warning light must be activated within an active work zone.
Short-Term - Work that occupies a location for less than 12 hours for three (3) or less consecutive days.
Shoulder - The part of a highway adjacent to the roadway which has a surface constructed with the same or similar material as the roadway. Shoulder width is measured from the center of the painted edge line to the outside edge of pavement, concrete, or finished surface.
Taper - A series of channelizing devices and/or paint lines installed for the purpose of moving traffic out of or into the normal path. Various taper types have differing minimum lengths, most of which are based upon an 'L' distance. The formula to determine distance L is shown on the corresponding PTS notes page. It should be noted that the taper length is a distance per lane; so if a single taper covers two lanes, the total taper length will be double the calculated or minimum distance.
• Merging Taper - Used when drivers in multiple lanes are required to merge into acommon road space. Minimum length is L.• Shifting Taper - Used when a lateral shift is needed. Minimum length required isdistance 1/2 L, unless traffic is approaching a one-lane, two-way condition; in this casethe minimum length is 50'.• Shoulder Taper - Required when closing a paved shoulder having a width of 8' ormore; optional in other conditions. Minimum length is 1/3 L, unless traffic is approachinga one-lane, two-way condition; in this case the minimum length is 25'.• Downstream Taper - Used in the termination area to provide a visual cue to the driverthat access is available back into the original lane or path that was closed. Minimumdistance is 50' per lane.
Truck Mounted Attenuators (TMA) - Shall be mandatory for placement on shadow vehicles utilized on freeways and expressways, including exit and entrance ramps. When a TMA is used, the weight of the shadow vehicle must be greater than the minimum weight specified by the TMA manufacturer.
Warning Lights – Yellow, White or Red lights that operate in steady burn or flashing mode. Warning lights on authorized vehicles may flash or revolve. Type A, B, C, and D warning lights are portable, powered, lens-directed enclosed lights.
General Notes Definitions (Page 2 of 2)
Worker - A person on foot whose duties place him or her within the right-of-way of a highway, such as highway construction and maintenance forces, survey crews, utility crews, responders to incidents, and law enforcement personnel when directing traffic, investigating crashes, and handling lane closures, obstructed roadways, and disasters within the right-of-way of a highway.
Work Vehicle - A vehicle available for use by workers within an activity area. All work vehicles shall be located outside of the buffer space and roll ahead space for shadow vehicles. Work vehicles being used in an active work zone must utilize the flashing, oscillating, or revolving amber warning lights which are visible from any direction (360° visibility).
Work Zone - The area of a highway where construction, maintenance, or utility work activities are being conducted, and in which traffic control devices are required in accordance with Title 67, Chapter 212.
Work Zone
Buffer Zone (No vehicles, equipment, material or workers in this area)
Milled pavement
Direction of traffic flow (Arrows)
Work vehicle with activated amberwarning light
Channelizing Device
Shadow vehicle with truck mounted attenuator and activated amber warninglight
Shadow vehicle with an activated amber warning light
Sign & Support
Supply Vehicle
Line Painting Machine
Type B White Flasher
Type B Yellow Flasher
Type B Red Flasher
Solid White Line/ Width
Broken White Line/ Width
Type III Baricade
Light Plant / Projected Light
General Notes - Legend for Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission Standard Drawings
W
Arrow Panel
Arrow Panel in Cautions Mode
Arrow Panel in Merge Mode
Temporary Concrete Barrier
Temporary Concrete Barrierwith glare screen
Inlet
Temporary impact attenuator
Flagger
Rock construction entrance or pavedsurface
Toll Lane
PennDOT approved 28" traffic cone
E-ZPass Gantry
Trailer-Mounted Equipment
or
W/4"
BW/4"
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(PTS 000 Series)
General Standards
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PTS 001Maintenance and Protection of TrafficMilled Pavement Differential in Lane
3,780'
1,140'
500'
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
PCMS 2
Phase 1 Phase 2
UNEVENLANES
1,000'
55SPEEDLIMIT
UNEVENLANES
W8-11
W3-5
Place at 1 mile intervals through pavement
differential
W8-11
Place at 1/2 mile intervals throughpavement differential
G20-5AP/R2-1
Interchange, service plaza,maintenance shed,
or access ramp
Location as directedby the Representative
UNEVENLANES
W8-11
Provide a paved 1 inch perfoot wedge to remove vertical
drop-off at the entrancesand exits to interchanges, service plazas, maintenance sheds, and access ramps
for the full length of the ramps.
500'END
ROAD WORK
SPEEDLIMIT
XX
G20-2
R2-1
500'
PCMS 1
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 2
PCMS 1
2,640'
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MOTORCYCLESUSE
CAUTION
RIGHT / LEFT LANE
MILLED
UNEVEN LANESNEXT
XX MILES
STAYIN
LANE
NOTES:1. Completely cover conflicting signs
and turn off PCMS when the milledpavement is within a closed lane.
2. See Appendix A for sign descriptionsand sizes.
PTS 002Maintenance and Protection of TrafficBinder Pavement Differential in Lane
3,780'
1,140'
500'
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
UNEVENLANES
1,000'
55SPEEDLIMIT
UNEVENLANES
W8-11
W3-5
Place at 1 mile intervals through
pavement differential
W8-11
Place at 1/2 mile intervals throughpavement differential
G20-5AP/R2-1
Interchange, service plaza,maintenance shed,
or access ramp
Location as directedby the Representative
UNEVENLANES
W8-11
Provide a paved 1 inch perfoot wedge to remove vertical
drop-off at the entrancesand exits to interchanges, service plazas, maintenance sheds, and access ramps
for the full length of the ramps.
500'END
ROAD WORK
SPEEDLIMIT
XX
G20-2
R2-1
500'
PCMS 2
PCMS 1
2,640'
PCMS 2
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1
Phase 1 Phase 2
MOTORCYCLESUSE
CAUTION
RIGHT / LEFT LANELOW
UNEVEN LANESNEXT
XX MILES
STAYIN
LANE
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NOTES:1. Completely cover conflicting signs
and turn off PCMS when the lowpavement is within a closed lane.
2. See Appendix A for sign descriptionsand sizes.
PTS 003Maintenance and Protection of Traffic
Pavement Differential on Right Shoulder
3,780'
1,140'
1,500'
PCMS 1
Phase 1 Phase 2
Place at 1/2 mile intervals
through pavementdifferential
Interchange, service plaza,maintenance shed,
or access ramp
Location as directedby the Representative
LOWSHOULDER
LOWSHOULDER
LOWSHOULDER
W8-9
W8-9
W8-9
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2500'
RIGHTSHOULDER
LOW
MOTORCYCLESUSE
CAUTION
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NOTES:1. Completely cover conflicting signs
and turn off PCMS when the lowpavement is within a closed laneor shoulder.
2. See Appendix A for sign descriptionsand sizes.
PTS 004Maintenance and Protection of Traffic
Pavement Differential in Median Shoulder
3,780'
1,140'
1,500'
Place at 1/2 mile intervals
through pavementdifferential
Interchange, service plaza,maintenance shed,
or access ramp
Location as directedby the Representative
LEFTSHOULDER
LOW
LEFTSHOULDER
LOW
LEFTSHOULDER
LOW
MPT-38
MPT-38
MPT-38
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2500'
PCMS 1
Phase 1 Phase 2LEFT
SHOULDERLOW
MOTORCYCLESUSE
CAUTION
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NOTES:1. Completely cover conflicting signs
and turn off PCMS when the lowpavement is within a closed laneor shoulder.
2. See Appendix A for sign descriptionsand sizes.
PTS 005 - NotesTrailer-Mounted Equipment Placement
2826201422201610
2622181420161410
221612101614108
3030282026242014
3028241822201612
Designspeed
DesignADT 1V:6H or
Flatter
Foreslope
1V:5H or Steeper 1V:3H
1V:5H to1V:4H
1V:6H orFlatter
Backslope
55MPH
<750750-1,500
1,500-6,000>6,000
70MPH
<750750-1,500
1,500-6,000>6,000
1. Clear Zone width in feet is shown on the table below.
2. Delineation is required for trailer-mounted equipment located within the clear zone, except when protected by barrier. Cones may be used if the trailer will remain in place for less than 24 hours. Vertical panels shall be used when the trailer will be in place for more then 24 hours.
3. Place trailers in the safest locations that will provide maximum performance. The trailer hitch shall be on the opposite side of traffic approaching in the nearest lane as shown on the drawings.
4. Placement and delineation requirements apply to all trailer-mounted equipment such as Portable Changeable Message Signs (PCMS), Speed Display Trailer, Portable Cameras, etc.
5. PCMS shown on drawings; applicable to all trailer-mounted equipment.
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Clear Zone Width(In Feet from Edge of Traveled Way)
PTS 005Trailer-Mounted Equipment Placement
Clear Zone
See Note 1
Clear Zone
See Note 1
See Note 2
45°
5'
5'
4' Min
Guide Rail or Concrete Barrier
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Most PreferredTrailer Placed Behind Existing Guide Rail or Barrier or Outside Clear Zone Where Existing
Guide Rail or Barrier is Not Available Delineation Not Required
Where Guide Rail or Barrier Is Not Available Trailer Placed Off Shoulder, But Within Clear Zone
Delineation Is Required
Least PreferredTrailer Placed On Shoulder
Delineation Is Required
Delineation Layout Detail for Trailer Placed Within the Clear Zone
PTS 006Inlet Delineation
5'
5'
45°
1'
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PTS 007 - NotesNotes - Traffic Pace / Stoppage
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1. If a ramp entrance is between Shadow Vehicle No. 1 and Shadow Vehicles No. 3 and No. 4, install Portable Changeable Message Sign (PCMS) prior to toll plaza with the message displaying the same as Shadow Vehicle No. 1. Provide necessary number of shadow vehicles on ramp (shown as Shadow Vehicle No. 2) to completely block ramp and prevent road users from driving between shadow vehicles.
2. A 7,000 lb GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) or larger pickup truck loaded to weigh a minimum of 5,500 lbs may be used as Shadow Vehicle No. 1.
3. Position shadow vehicle No. 1 so that it is visible from behind for a minimum distance of 700 feet.
4. Have all shadow vehicles meet PennDOT and PTC requirements.
5. All arrow panels are to be truck mounted.
6. Shadow Vehicle No. 1 may not be located on the median shoulder.
7. All queued traffic shall be cleared and any succeeding traffic pace/stoppage shall not occur until traffic flow has returned to normal pre pace/stoppage conditions.
PTS 007Traffic Pace / Stoppage
250'
No traffic past this pointwhile work is in progress
Pennsylvania StatePolice vehicle
(Optional)
Shadow Vehicle No. 3(See Note 6)
Shadow Vehicle No. 2(See Note 6)
Shadow Vehicle No. 1(See Note 1 and 6)
Shadow Vehicle No. 4(See Note 6)
PCMS 1
Phase 1 Phase 2STOPPEDTRAFFICAHEAD
BEPREPAREDTO STOP
300'
1 Mile
1,500'
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(PTS 900 Series)
Standards for Long-Term Median Widths Greater
Than or Equal to 15 Feet
PTS 900-1 - NotesGeneral Notes
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet 1. Remove all traffic control signs and devices immediately upon the completion of the work unless otherwise specified in the special provisions.
2. Place all traffic control devices and have them inspected by the Representative before work begins.
3. Cover or remove from the site all signs not in use. Remove from the Turnpike right-of-way construction signs not needed or used for a period of two (2) or more weeks.
4. Maintain a minimum spacing of 200 feet between all regulatory, warning and destination signs.
5. Provide at minimum a 40 feet width beyond the edge of the travel lane free of obstacles and drop-offs greater than 2 inches in depth in work zone(s) during non-working hours or separate work zone(s) from motorists with temporary concrete barrier. Separation of work zone(s) is incidental to the MPT.
6. Details for the signs and devices can be found in these drawings, PennDOT Publication 236, PennDOT Publication 212 and are to be manufactured by a Department of Transportation approved manufacturer as listed in PennDOT Publication 35.
7. Use PennDOT approved Type XI reflectorized material for signs. Do not use metal or wood signs in median.
8. These plans are not intended to relieve the contractor of the responsibility for the protection of the public and the construction personnel. The standards prescribed are minimum and additional protection may be needed if problems are encountered during the term of the contract. The contractor will be expected to constantly review this plan for adequacy and to recommend changes for the Representative's approval when inadequacies are discovered.
9. Signs and devices may be adjusted to fit field conditions.
10. Concrete barrier details are to be according to PennDOT Standards for Roadway Construction, RC-57M, RC-59M, and PTC Standards for Roadway Construction.
11. Establish work zone speed limit of 55 MPH in all construction zones.
Establish work zone speed limit by installing 55 MPH work zone speed limit signs in median and shoulder 1/2 mile in advance of construction area access openings and truck crossings as shown on PTS 900-12C, PTS 900-12D, and PTS 900-13.
Establish work zone speed limit of 55 MPH when a pavement differential exists between any of the lanes.
Normal posted speed limit signs within 2 mile advanced signing area for work zones are to remain uncovered.
Cover or remove work zone speed limit signs when all normal lanes and all normal median and shoulder are available for the affected direction(s). Cover or remove work zone speed limit signs when temporary concrete barrier closes the median or shoulder.
12. Vehicles, equipment, material and workers are not to be located in the buffer zone.
13. Post the G20-2 (END ROAD WORK) sign and the normal speed limit for the area (55 MPH or 70 MPH) at the end of the work zone. If the physical work zone is followed by another physical work zone within 2 miles, then G20-2 sign is not to be used and the R2-1 sign at the end of the first work zone is to be 55 MPH.
14. Type B light is to be mounted on the side closest to traffic as shown on PTS 980 (Sheet 30 of 32).
15. Existing R2-2-2, "WORK ZONE SPEED LIMIT 55 MPH", signs may only be used for the remainder of their serviceable life.
16. Type B yellow flashing warning lights may be used in conjunction with warning signs, unless otherwise indicated on the drawings.
17. Use only for wide median areas greater than or equal to 15 feet in width. Median width is defined as the distance between the yellow edge lines for the opposing travel lanes. Refer to PTS 905 details for narrow median areas less than 15 feet in width.
18. If work zone, including advance signing area, includes median widths of both less than 15 feet and greater than 15 feet, follow PTS 905 details for entire work zone.
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Maintenance and Protection of TrafficMobile Operation For Two Lanes
1. This figure applies where the operation moves intermittently or continuously at an average speed of more than 1 MPH (88 FT./MIN.). The operator is to be the only occupant of Shadow Vehicle No. 2. When the operation moves intermittently, the maximum time of stationary work is 15 minutes. If these conditions cannot be met, use a Single Lane Traffic Pattern as shown on PTS 900-8.
2. A 7,000 lb GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) or larger pickup truck loaded to weigh a minimum of 5,500 lbs may be used as Shadow Vehicle No. 1.
3. Position Shadow Vehicle No. 1 so that it is visible from behind for a minimum distance of 700 feet.
4. Have all shadow vehicles meet PennDOT and PTC requirements.
5. All arrow panels and PCMS are to be truck mounted.
6. The spacing between the work vehicles and the shadow vehicles, and between each shadow vehicle should be minimized to deter road users from driving in between, based on field conditions.
7. Shadow Vehicle No. 1 may be located on the median shoulder where the median shoulder width is a minimum of 12 feet.
PTS 900-2 - NotesMobile Operation for 2 Lanes
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
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PTS 900-2AMobile Operation for 2 Lanes - Right Lane and Shoulder Work Zone
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
NOTES:See PTS 900-2 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
Work Vehicle(s)
250' Min - 350' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 3
300' Min - 1,000' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 2
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1Shadow Vehicle No. 1
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
MERGELEFT
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PTS 900-2BMobile Operation for 2 Lanes - Left Lane and Median Work Zone
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
Work Vehicle(s)
Shadow Vehicle No. 3
300' Min - 1,000' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 2
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1 Shadow Vehicle No. 1
(See Note 7)
LEFTLANE
CLOSED
MERGERIGHT
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NOTES:See PTS 900-2 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
1. This figure applies where the operation moves intermittently or continuously at an average speed of more than 1 MPH (88 FT./MIN.). The operator is to be the only occupant of Shadow Vehicles No. 3 and 6. When the operation moves intermittently, the maximum time of stationary work is 15 minutes. If these conditions cannot be met, use a Single Lane Traffic Pattern as shown on PTS 900-4.
2. A 7,000 lb GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) or larger pickup truck loaded to weigh a minimum of 5,500 lbs may be used as Shadow Vehicles No. 1 and 2.
3. Position Shadow Vehicle No. 1 so that it is visible from behind for a minimum distance of 700 feet.
4. Have all shadow vehicles meet PennDOT and PTC requirements.
5. All arrow panels and PCMS are to be truck mounted.
6. The spacing between the work vehicles and the shadow vehicles, and between each shadow vehicle should be minimized to deter road users from diving in between, based on field conditions.
7. Shadow Vehicles No. 1 and 2 may be located on the median shoulder where the median shoulder width is a minimum of 12 feet.
PTS 900-3 - NotesMobile Operation for 3 Lanes
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
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PTS 900-3AMobile Operation for 3 Lanes - Right and Center Lane Work Zone
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
Work Vehicle(s)
250' Min - 350' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 6
Shadow Vehicle No. 4
Shadow Vehicle No. 7
Shadow Vehicle No. 3
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 3Shadow Vehicle No. 5
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1Shadow Vehicle No. 1
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 2Shadow Vehicle No. 2
RIGHT2 LANESCLOSED
MERGELEFT
RIGHT2 LANESCLOSED
MERGELEFT
ROADWORKAHEAD
RIGHT2 LANESCLOSED
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1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
250' Min - 500' Max
300' Min - 500' Max
NOTES:See PTS 900-3 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
PTS 900-3BMobile Operation for 3 Lanes - Left and Center Lane Work Zone
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
Work Vehicle(s)
250' Min - 350' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 6
300' Min - 1,000' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 4
300' Min - 500' Max
250' Min - 500' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 7
Shadow Vehicle No. 3
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 3Shadow Vehicle No. 5
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 2 Shadow Vehicle No. 2
(See Note 7)
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1Shadow Vehicle No. 1
(See Note 7)
LEFT2 LANESCLOSED
MERGERIGHT
LEFT2 LANESCLOSED
MERGERIGHT
ROADWORKAHEAD
LEFT2 LANESCLOSED
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NOTES:See PTS 900-3 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
1. For interchange and service plaza ramp signing within the work zone, see PTS 900-6.
2. For left lane work zone, use the same sign spacing, location, and pattern but with the signs and PCMS indicating a left lane closure.
3. Use channelizing devices with PennDOT approved sequential warning lights in the transition area for patterns used during hours of darkness.
4. Establish single lane traffic pattern only during active work periods. Shorten length of single lane pattern to only the length needed for construction operation. Work zone should not exceed four (4) miles in length.
5. Single lane should be established a minimum of 1,000 feet in advance of deceleration ramp or beyond acceleration ramp at interchanges and service plazas.
6. Install W3-5 sign only in the areas where the normal speed limit is 70 MPH.
7. Cover the Active Work Zone When Flashing (W21-19) sign and deactivate white Type B light when workers are not present on the roadway, berm, or shoulder for 60 minutes.
8. Speed Display Sign shall only be used if the length of the physical work zone is greater than or equal to 500 feet.
9. Compute the minimum desirable taper length for reduction in lanes using the following formula:L= S x WWhere L = Minimum desirable taper length in feet
W = Width of offset in feetS = Normal speed limit in miles per hour
PTS 900-4 - NotesSingle Lane Traffic Pattern
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
R22-1
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
W21-19---FT
AHEAD
W4-2R/W16-103P
55SPEEDLIMIT
W3-5
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
G20-5AP/R2-1
SPEEDLIMIT
XXR2-1
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
RIGHT LANECLOSED
----
W20-5Ror
W20-5L
NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
R2-1/SPEED
DISPLAYSIGN
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Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
Signs
L = Transition1/3L = Shoulder TransitionBZ = Buffer ZoneWZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED L 1/3 L BZ WZ R Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH5570
Feet Feet Feet FeetMile(s) L 1/3 L BZ WZ R660840
220280
500 (Min) 4 (Max)4 (Max)
300300
5050
5050
100100
100100
5050750 (Min)
PTS 900-4Single Lane Traffic Pattern
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
RIGHT LANECLOSED2 MILES
RIGHT LANECLOSED1 MILE
55SPEEDLIMIT
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
1000 FTAHEAD
RIGHT LANECLOSED1/2 MILE
RIGHT LANECLOSED1500 FT
ENDROAD WORK
SPEEDLIMIT
XX
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1
250' Min1,000' Max
5,280'
640'
640'
500'
1,000'
500'
500'
500'
500'
500'
BZ
WZ
500'
500'
1/3 L
500' Min900' max
1/2 WZ
1/2 WZW
ACTIVEWORK ZONE
WHENFLASHING
INCREASED PENALTIES
See Note 7
R
LxxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
MERGELEFT
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NOTES:See PTS 900-4 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
2,640' Min5,280' Max
See Note 8
Arrow Panel
See Note 6
1. For interchange and service plaza signing within the work zone, see PTS 900-6.
2. For left and center lane work zone, use the same spacing, location, and pattern but with the signs and PCMS indicating a left and center lane closure.
3. Use channelizing devices with PennDOT approved sequential warning lights in the transition areas for patterns used during hours of darkness.
4. Establish single lane pattern only during active work periods. Shorten length of single lane pattern to only the length needed for the construction operation. Work zone should not exceed four (4) miles in length.
5. Single lane should be established a minimum of 1,000 feet in advance of deceleration ramp or beyond acceleration ramp at interchanges and service plazas.
6. Install W3-5 sign only in areas where the normal speed limit is 70 MPH.
7. Cover the Active Work Zone When Flashing (W21-19) sign and deactivate white Type B light when workers are not present on the roadway, berm, or shoulder for 60 minutes.
8. Speed Display Sign shall only be used if the length of the physical work zone is greater than or equal to 500 feet.
9. Compute the minimum desirable taper length for reduction in lanes using the following formula:L= S x WWhere L = Minimum desirable taper length in feet
W = Width of offset in feetS = Normal speed limit in miles per hour
PTS 900-5 - NotesSingle Lane Traffic Pattern for 3 Lane Section
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
R22-1
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
W21-19
RIGHT TWO LANES
CLOSED----
W20-5ARor
W20-5AL
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
G20-5AP/R2-1
SPEEDLIMIT
XXR2-1
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
55SPEEDLIMIT
W3-5xx
YOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
R2-1/SPEED
DISPLAYSIGN
----AHEAD
W4-2R/W16-103P
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
L = Transition1/3 L = Shoulder TransitionBZ 1 = Buffer Zone 1BZ 2 = Buffer Zone 2WZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED L 1/3 L BZ 1 WZ R Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH5570
Feet Feet Feet FeetMile(s) L 1/3 L BZ 1 WZ R660840
220280
1,320 (Min) 4 (Max)4 (Max)
600600
5050
5050
100100
100100
5050
BZ 2Feet
500 (Min)750 (Max)1,680 (Min)
100100
BZ 2
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
PTS 900-5Single Lane Traffic Pattern for 3 Lane Section
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
1000 FTAHEADRIGHT
TWO LANESCLOSED1500 FT
RIGHT TWO LANES
CLOSED1/2 MILE
RIGHT TWO LANES
CLOSED 2 MILES WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
1000FEET
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
ENDROAD WORK
SPEEDLIMIT
XX
55SPEEDLIMIT
5,280'
500'
L
BZ 1
WZ
R
500'
500'
L
BZ 2
1/3 L
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1
500' Min900' Max
2,640' Min5,280' Max
1/2 WZ
1/2 WZ
1,000'
RIGHTTWO LANES
CLOSED1 MILE
640'
640'
500'
1,000'
500'
500'
500'
500'
250' Min1,000' Max
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
RIGHT2 LANESCLOSED
MERGELEFT
See Note 6
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NOTES:See PTS 900-5 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
See Note 8
See Note 7
Arrow Panel
Arrow Panel
1. Single lane should be established a minimum of 1,000 feet in advance of deceleration ramp or beyond acceleration ramp.
2. MPT-05 and MPT-06 signs:A. Use for interchange ramp only.B. Cover or remove from the site when not in use.
3. MPT-07 and MPT-08 signs:A. Use for service plaza ramp only.B. Cover or remove from the site when not in use.
4. Existing MPT-07 and MPT-08 signs may only be used for remainder of their serviceable life.
5. Channelizing devices spaced at 100 feet except where noted.
PTS 900-6 - NotesLane Closure Traffic Pattern for
Interchange and Service Plaza AreasMedian Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
G20-5AP/R2-1
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
G20-5AP/R2-1
W20-1
ROADWORKAHEAD
W20-1W3-1W3-1R4-1A
NOPASSING
ZONEAHEAD
R4-1AR1-1-2/R1-1
STOPRAMP
R1-1-2/R1-1
W3-2W3-2
MPT-07
NEXT RIGHT
EXIT
MPT-06
EXITNEXTRIGHT
MPT-05
STOPRAMP
R1-1-3R1-2
YIELD
R1-2
MPT-08
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
EXIT
PTS 900-6Lane Closure Traffic Pattern for Interchange and Service Plaza Areas
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
NOPASSING
ZONEAHEAD
NOPASSING
ZONEAHEAD
STOP
EXITNEXTRIGHT
Channelizing devices spaced at 50'
200'
or
or200'
500'200'
RAMP
ROADWORKAHEAD
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
NEXT RIGHT
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
ROADWORKAHEAD
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
STOPRAMP
or
YIELD
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
Channelizing devices spaced at 50'
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NOTES:See PTS 900-6 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
1. All arrow panels and PCMS are to be truck mounted.
2. Have all shadow vehicles meet PennDOT and PTC requirements.
3. This figure applies where the operation moves intermittently or continuously at an average speed of more than 1 MPH (88 FT./MIN.). The operator is to be the only occupant of Shadow Vehicle No. 2. When the operation moves intermittently, the maximum time of stationary work is 15 minutes. If these conditions cannot be met, use either a Stationary Shoulder Closure with Channelizing Devices as shown on PTS 900-8 or a Single Lane Traffic Pattern as shown on PTS 900-4.
4. Mobile shoulder operations may be used on the median shoulder where the median shoulder width is a minimum of 12 feet.
5. A 7,000 lbs GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) or larger pickup truck loaded to weigh a minimum of 5,500 lbs may be used as Shadow Vehicle No. 1.
6. Position Shadow Vehicle No. 1 so that it is visible from behind for a minimum distance of 700 feet.
SHOULDERCLOSED
MPT-34MPT-34
PTS 900-7 - NotesMobile Shoulder Operation
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
PTS 900-7Mobile Shoulder Operation
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
SHOULDERCLOSED
Phase 1 Phase 2
1,000' Min1 Mile Max
Work Vehicles
250'
SHOULDERCLOSEDAHEAD
USECAUTION
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NOTES:See PTS 900-7 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
Shadow Vehicle No. 2
PCMS 1Shadow Vehicle No. 1
See Note 6
1. Arrow panel in caution mode to be used when vehicles, equipment, materials, or workers are on the paved shoulder. Channelizing devices to remain in place until work is completed. Maintain normal traffic. Stationary shoulder closure with channelizing devices only permitted during allowable working hours.
2. For median operations where the median shoulder is less than 12 feet wide, use Single Lane Traffic Pattern per PTS 900-4, left lane closed. Single lane traffic pattern to remain in place until work is completed.
3. For left shoulder work zone in wide median areas use the same sign spacing, location, and pattern but with the signs indicating a left shoulder closure. Install signs in the median and right shoulder.
4. Install W3-5 sign only in areas where the normal speed limit is 70 MPH.
5. All arrow panels are to be truck mounted.
6. Have all shadow vehicles meet PennDOT and PTC requirements.
7. Cover the Active Work Zone When Flashing (W21-19) sign and deactivate white Type B light when workers are not present on the roadway, berm, or shoulder for 60 minutes.
PTS 900-8 - NotesStationary Shoulder Closure with Channelizing Devices
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
W21-19
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
SPEEDLIMIT
XXR2-1
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
G20-5AP/R2-1
55SPEEDLIMIT
W3-5
RIGHTSHOULDER
CLOSED----
W21-5BRor
W21-5BL
ROADWORKAHEAD
W20-1
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
R22-1
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
1/3L = Shoulder TransitionBZ = Buffer ZoneWZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED 1/3 L BZ WZ R Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH5570
Feet Feet FeetMile(s) 1/3 L BZ WZ R220280
250 4 (Max)4 (Max)
100100
5050
100100
100100
5050250
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
PTS 900-8Stationary Shoulder Closure with Channelizing Devices
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
55SPEEDLIMIT
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
RIGHTSHOULDER
CLOSED1000 FT
ENDROAD WORK
SPEEDLIMIT
XX
ROADWORKAHEAD
2,000'
500'
1,500'
1,000'
1/3L
BZ
WZ
R
500'
500'
See Note 7
Varies withChannelizing Devices
50' Apart
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
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NOTES:See PTS 900-8 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
250' Min1,000' Max
See Note 4
Shadow VehicleNo. 1
PTS 900-9 - NotesStationary Shoulder Closure with Temporary Concrete Barrier
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
RIGHTSHOULDER
CLOSED----
W21-5BR
ROADWORKAHEAD
W20-1
NO SHOULDER NEXT _ _ _ MILES
MPT-31
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
R22-1
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
Shoulder = Shoulder TransitionBZ = Buffer ZoneWZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED Shoulder BZ WZ R Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH5570
Rate Feet FeetMile(s) Shoulder BZ WZ R30:130:1
100 4 (Max)4 (Max)
100100
N/A100 N/A
N/AN/A
N/AN/A
N/AN/A
1. For left shoulder work zone in areas with a median greater than 15 feet use the same sign spacing, location, and pattern but with the signs indicating a left shoulder closure. Install signs in the median and right shoulder.
2. Provide proper end treatment for barrier, by tapering barrier and burying, tapering barrier and connect to guide rail per PTS-135 or barrier, or tapering barrier and provide temporary impact attenuator.
3. For multiple stationary shoulder closures with temporary concrete barrier located within 1 mile of each other, install advanced signing prior to the first stationary shoulder closure only, with distance displayed on the MPT-31 sign as the length from the beginning of the first stationary shoulder closure to the end of the last stationary shoulder closure. The G20-2 sign is to be installed after the last stationary shoulder closure.
4. MPT-31 sign shall only be used if the length of the work zone is greater than 1 mile.
5. If the length of the work zone is greater than 1 mile and no construction accesses are active, provide G20-5AP / R2-1 signs to the right of traffic 1,500 feet before the beginning of the temporary concrete barrier and at 1 mile intervals throughout the shoulder closure.
6. Completely cover signs used with the pattern when the right lane is closed to traffic per PTS 900-4 or PTS 900-5
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
PTS 900-9Stationary Shoulder Closure with Temporary Concrete Barrier
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
ROADWORKAHEAD
RIGHT SHOULDER
CLOSED1000 FT
ENDROAD WORK
BZ
R
1,600'
500'
Taper as perPennDOT RC-57M
30:1 Taper
WZ
500'
500'
NO SHOULDER NEXT _ _ _ MILES
250' Min1,000' Max
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
1'
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24' Min
NOTES:See PTS 900-9 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
See Note 2
See Note 4
PTS 900-10 - NotesLanes Narrow
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
G20-5AP/R2-1
LANESNARROW
----
W5-4-1
NO SHOULDER NEXT _ _ _ MILES
MPT-31
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2 W21-19
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
ROADWORK
----
W20-1
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
R22-1
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
R2-1/SPEED
DISPLAYSIGN
SPEEDLIMIT
XXR2-1
1. Use the two lane detail when W ≤ 2.5 FT. and A < 24 FT. Use the three lane detail when W ≤ 3.75 FT. and A < 36 FT.
2. When lanes narrow within a work zone use only W5-4-1(1000') and W5-4-1 (500').
3. Provide emergency pull-offs at a spacing of approximately 1 mile each direction through work zone when full 12 feet of shoulder is not available.
4. Taper 30:1 to outside edge of paved shoulder. From outside edge of paved shoulder, taper as per RC-57M. When lanes narrow to the right and a full taper is not feasible in median, then see Note 5.
5. Provide proper end treatment for barrier, by tapering barrier and burying, tapering barrier and connect to guide rail per PTS-135 or barrier, or tapering barrier and provide temporary impact attenuator.
6. From this point, provide G20-5AP / R2-1 signs to the right of traffic at 2 mile maximum intervals through the narrow lane(s) pattern.
7. Erect the Active Work Zone When Flashing (W21-19) sign and active white Type B light when construction access areas are active. Sign shall be covered and light shall be deactivated when construction access is not in use for 60 minutes.
8. MPT-31 sign shall only be used if the length of the work zone is greater than 1 mile.
9. Speed Display Sign shall only be used if the length of the physical work zone is greater than or equal to 500 feet.
10. Compute the minimum desirable transition / shift length for reduction in lanes using the following formula.
Lanes Narrow Variables:L = S x WL = Minimum desirable transition/shift length in feetW = Width of offset in feetS = Work Zone speed limit in miles per hour
WZ
WZ
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
Shoulder = Shoulder TransitionL = TransitionBZ = Buffer ZoneWZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED Shoulder BZ WZ Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH5570
Rate Feet Mile(s) Shoulder BZ WZL30:130:1
660 4 (Max)4 (Max)
100100
N/A840 N/A
N/AN/A
N/AN/A
N/AN/A
LFeet
RFeet100100
RN/AN/A
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
PTS 900-10ALanes Narrow Detail - 2 Lanes Narrow (W ≤ 2.5 FT. and A < 24 FT.)
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
150'
A
150' BZW
R
W
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
ROADWORK
2 MILES
ROADWORK1 MILE
LANES NARROW1000 FT
LANESNARROW
500 FT
ENDROAD WORK
SPEEDLIMIT
XX
BW/4"
250' Min1,000' Max
5,280'
1,820'
1,000'
500'
L
500'
500'
LW/4"
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
1,460'
2,640' Min5,280' Max
500' Min900' Max
1/2 WZ
See Note 7
See Note 6
250'
250'
NO SHOULDER NEXT _ _ _ MILES
150'
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
See Note 8
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NOTES:See PTS 900-10 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
See Note 9
See Note 4See Note 5
W/4" or W/6" (on barrier)
W/4"
1/2 WZ
W/4"
PTS 900-10BLanes Narrow Detail - 3 Lanes Narrow (W ≤ 3.75 FT. and A < 36 FT.)
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
250' Min1,000' Max
5,280'
1,820'
1,000'
500'
L
500'
500'
L
LANES NARROW
500 FT
LANES NARROW1000 FT
ROADWORK1 MILE
ROADWORK
2 MILES
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
SPEEDLIMIT
XXEND
ROAD WORK
W/4"
150'
ABW/4"
150'
W/4"
150'
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
R
BZ
2,640' Min5,280' Max
500' Min900' Max
1/2 WZ
1/2 WZ
1,460'
See Note 7
See Note 6
250'
250'NO SHOULDER
NEXT _ _ _ MILES
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
See Note 8
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
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NOTES:See PTS 900-10 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
See Note 9W
W
See Note 4See Note 5
W/4" or W/6" (on barrier)
W/4"
PTS 900-11 - NotesLanes Shift Detail
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet1. Use the two lane detail when W > 2.5 FT. or W < 2.5 FT. and A = 24 FT. Use the three lane detail when W > 3.75 FT. and A = 36 FT. Shift traffic prior to and after work zone.
2. When lanes shift to the right, replace either W1-4BL with W1-4BR or W1-4CL with W1-4CR.
3. W24-1AL and W24-1AR signs may be used in lieu of the W1-4BL and W1-4BR signs when the tangent distance for the shifted traffic makes it difficult to install a second set of two lane reverse curve signs (W1-4B series). W24-1BL and W24-1BR signs may be used in lieu of the W1-4CL and W1-4CR signs when the tangent distance for the shifted traffic makes it difficult to install a second set of three lane reverse curve signs (W1-4C series).
4. Provide emergency pull-offs at a spacing of approximately 1 mile each direction through work zone when full shoulder is not available.
5. Taper 30:1 to outside edge of paved shoulder. From outside edge of paved shoulder, taper as per RC-57M. If full taper is not feasible in median, then see Note 6.
6. Provide proper end treatment for barrier, by tapering barrier and burying, tapering barrier and connect to guide rail per PTS-135 or barrier, or tapering barrier to provide temporary impact attenuator.
7. From this point, provide G20-5AP / R2-1 signs to the right of traffic at 2 mile maximum intervals through the lane(s) shift pattern.
8. Erect the Active Work Zone When Flashing (W21-19) sign and activate white Type B light when construction access areas are active. Sign shall be covered and light shall be deactivated when construction access is not in use for 60 minutes.
9. MPT-31 sign shall only be used if the length of the work zone is greater than 1 mile.
10. Speed Display Sign shall only be used if the length of the physical work zone is greater than or equal to 500 feet.
11. Compute the minimum desirable transition / shift length for reduction in lanes using the following formula.
W24-1AL W24-1AR
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
R22-1
ROADWORK
----
W20-1
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
W21-19
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
G20-5AP/R2-1
SPEEDLIMIT
XXR2-1
----AHEAD
W1-4BL/W16-103P
----AHEAD
W1-4BR/W16-103P
----AHEAD
W1-4CR/W16-103P
----AHEAD
W1-4CL/W16-103P
NO SHOULDER NEXT _ _ _ MILES
MPT-31xx
YOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
R2-1/SPEED
DISPLAYSIGN
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Lanes Shift Variables:
L = S x WL = Minimum desirable transition/shift length in feetW = Width of offset in feetS = Work Zone speed limit in miles per hourWZ
WZ
Signs
L = TransitionBZ = Buffer ZoneWZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED WZ Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH5570
Mile(s) WZL660 4 (Max)
4 (Max)840N/AN/A
N/AN/A
LFeet
BZ RFeet Feet100100
100100
BZN/AN/A
RN/AN/A
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
PTS 900-11ALanes Shift Detail - 2 Lanes Shift (W > 2.5 FT. and A = 24 FT.)
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
150'
BZ
R
500'
500'
150'
ROADWORK1 MILE
ROADWORK
2 MILES
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
SPEEDLIMIT
XXEND
ROAD WORK
500 FTAHEAD
1000 FTAHEAD
1000 FTAHEAD
500 FTAHEAD
250' Min1,000' Max
5,280'
1,820'
1,460'
1,000'
500'
500'
L
500'
500'
L
See Note 5See Note 6
W/4"
150'
ABW/4"
150'
W/4"
W
W
1/2 WZ
2,640' Min5,280' Max
500' Max900' Max
Y/4" or Y/6" (on barrier)
W/4" orW/6"
(on barrier) See Note 8
See Note 7
NO SHOULDER NEXT _ _ _ MILES
250'
250'
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
See Note 9
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NOTES:See PTS 900-11 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
1/2 WZ
See Note 10
PTS 900-11BLanes Shift Detail - 3 Lanes Shift (W > 3.75 FT. and A = 36 FT.)
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
W BZ
RW
150'
150'
A
ROADWORK1 MILE
ROADWORK
2 MILES
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
BW/4"
ENDROAD WORK
SPEEDLIMIT
XX
W/4"
1000 FTAHEAD
500 FTAHEAD
500 FTAHEAD
1000 FTAHEAD
250' Min1,000' Max
5,280'
1,820'
1,460'
1,000'
500'
500'
L
LW/4"
500'
500'
150'
1/2 WZ
1/2 WZ
2,640' Min5,280' Max
500' Max900' Max
Y/4" or Y/6" (on barrier)
See Note 8
W/4" orW/6"
(on barrier)
See Note 7
250'
250'NO SHOULDER
NEXT _ _ _ MILES
500'
500'
150'
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
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NOTES:See PTS 900-11 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
See Note 10
See Note 5
See Note 6
See Note 9
PTS 900-12AB - NotesEmergency Pull-Off
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
1. Space emergency pull-offs at approximately 1 mile each direction to the right side of traffic.
2. Emergency Pull-Off - Type II uses an existing wide area with a minimum size as indicated for Type III. Sign according to Emergency Pull-Off - Type III requirements.
3. Relocate nearest tenth mile marker to each emergency pull-off. Locate to maximize visibility for the motorist and as approved by the representative.
4. Erect D12-14A, "EMERGENCY CELLULAR SIGN (*11)" within each emergency pull-off. Locate to maximize visibility for the motorist and as approved by the representative.
5. Emergency pull-offs may be used by the contractor to access construction areas only if the emergency pull-off is unoccupied. The Commission assumes no liability for the frequency of emergency pull-off use by its customers. If emergency pull-off is used by the contractor to access construction area, see Combined Emergency Pull-Off - Type I and Opening in Temporary Concrete Barrier for Access to Construction Area detail.
6. Show the actual distance, based on field conditions, on the sign.
EMERGENCYPULL-OFF
G30-2G30-3
EMERGENCYPULL-OFF
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G30-2G30-1
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
PTS 900-12A Emergency Pull-Off - Type I
in Temporary Concrete BarrierMedian Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
300'
EMERGENCYPULL-OFF
1500 FT
EMERGENCYPULL-OFF
4" Temporary Solid WhiteEdge Line
1,500'See Note 6
12' Min
240' Min
Temporary Concrete Barrier
20:1 Taper
20:1
Tap
er24
0' M
in
Temporary Impact Attenuator,
Type V,Test Level 3
780' Min
Varies
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NOTES:See PTS 900-12AB - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
100'
300'
PTS 900-12BEmergency Pull-Off - Type III
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
EMERGENCYPULL-OFF
1500 FT
12' Min
25' TYP
4" Temporary Solid White Edge Lineat back of Shoulder
240' Min
20:1 Taper
EMERGENCYPULL-OFF
20:1
Tape
r24
0' M
in
780' Min
1,500'See Note 6
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NOTES:See PTS 900-12AB - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
100'
1. Close construction openings with temporary concrete barrier when not required for more than two weeks. This work is incidental to the MPT.
2. Location subject to approval by Representative.
3. Station flagger at access points when access area is active. Equip flagger with PennDOT approved, like new, stop/slow paddle with entire "STOP" panel covered. Provide a platform as necessary to allow the flagger to view oncoming traffic.
4. PCMS is incidental to MPT.
5. Post G20-2 sign at the end of the final work zone.
6. When area is not in use for construction access for 60 minutes, place channelizing devices as shown to completely close off access to the construction area, cover signs, turn off Type B light, and turn off PCMS.
PTS 900-12C - NotesOpening in Temporary Concrete Barrier
for Access to Construction AreaMedian Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
G20-5AP/R2-1
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
W21-19
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE
AHEAD
W25-5
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W21-20or
ENDACTIVEWORKZONE
NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
300'
PTS 900-12COpening in Temporary Concrete Barrier
for Access to Construction Area Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE
AHEAD
240' Min
20:1 Taper
Varies
4" Temporary SolidWhite Edge Line
Temporary ConcreteBarrier
12' Min
25' TYP
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1 (See Note 4)
240'
Min
20:1
Tap
er
ENDROAD WORK
500'
2,640'
Channelizing Devices to be movedas required for access (TYP)
Temporary Impact Attenuator,
Type V,Test Level 3
TRUCKSENTERING
AND EXITING
REDUCESPEEDAHEAD
1,000'
1,000'
990'
780'
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ENDACTIVEWORKZONE
or
NOTES:See PTS 900-12C - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
See Note 5
200'
150'
PTS 900-12D - NotesCombined Emergency Pull-Off - Type I and Opening in Temporary
Concrete Barrier for Access to Construction AreaMedian Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
G20-5AP/R2-1
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
W21-19
EMERGENCYPULL-OFF
----
G30-1G30-1
CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE
AHEAD
W25-5W25-5G30-2
EMERGENCYPULL-OFF
G30-2
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ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
W21-20or
ENDACTIVEWORKZONE
NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
1. Space emergency pull-offs at approximately 1 mile each direction.
2. Emergency Pull-Off - Type II uses an existing wide area with a minimum size as indicated for Type III. Sign according to Emergency Pull-Off - Type III requirements.
3. Relocate nearest tenth mile marker to each emergency pull-off. Locate to maximize visibility for the motorist and as approved by the representative.
4. Erect D12-14A, "EMERGENCY CELLULAR SIGN (*11)" within each emergency pull-off. Locate to maximize visibility for the motorist and as approved by the representative.
5. Emergency pull-offs may be used by the contractor to access construction areas only if the emergency pull-off is unoccupied. The Commission assumes no liability for the frequency of emergency pull-off use by its customers. If emergency pull-off is used by the contractor to access construction area, see Combined Emergency Pull-Off - Type I And Opening In Temporary Concrete Barrier For Access To Construction Area detail.
6. Show the actual distance, based on field conditions, on the sign.
7. Close construction openings with temporary concrete barrier when not required for more than two weeks. This work is incidental to the MPT.
8. Location subject to approval by Representative.
9. Station flagger at access points when access area is active. Equip flagger with PennDOT approved, like new, stop/slow paddle with entire "STOP" panel covered. Provide a platform as necessary to allow the flagger to view oncoming traffic.
10. PCMS is incidental to MPT.
11. Post G20-2 sign at the end of the final work zone.
12. When combined area is not in use for construction access for 60 minutes, place channelizing devices as shown to completely close off access to the construction area, cover W25-5, G20-2, G20-5AP/R2-1, W21-19, and W21-20 turn off Type B light, and turn off PCMS.
PTS 900-12DCombined Emergency Pull-Off - Type I and Opening in Temporary Concrete Barrier
for Access to Construction AreaMedian Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
300'
Varies
EMERGENCYPULL-OFF
1500 FT
EMERGENCYPULL-OFF
CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE
AHEAD
240' Min
20:1 Taper
4" Temporary SolidWhite Edge Line
Temporary ConcreteBarrier
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1 (See Note 10)
12' Min
(See Note 6)
240' Min
20:1
Tape
r
ENDROAD WORK
500'
200'W
ACTIVEWORK ZONE
WHENFLASHING
INCREASED PENALTIES
Temporary Impact Attenuator,
Type V,Test Level 3
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
TRUCKSENTERING
AND EXITING
REDUCESPEEDAHEAD
2,640'
780' Min
100'
50'
1,000'
500'
500'
990'
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ENDACTIVEWORKZONE
or
NOTES:See PTS 900-12D - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
See Note 11
Maintenance and Protection of TrafficMobile Operation For Two Lanes
1. Close construction openings with temporary concrete barrier when not required for more than two weeks. This work is incidental to the MPT.
2. All lanes of traffic at Light Plant 1 location must be visible to flagger and unobstructed for a distance of 2,000 feet. Location subject to approval by Representative.
3. Station flagger with light plant illuminating the flagger 150 feet in advance of access points when truck crossing is active. Flagger shall be in constant communication with any vehicles using truck crossing. Equip flagger with PennDOT approved, like new, stop/slow paddle with entire "STOP" panel covered. Provide a platform as necessary to allow the flagger to view oncoming traffic.
4. PCMS is incidental to MPT.
5. Post G20-2 sign at the end of the final work zone.
6. Provide a light plant 2000 feet in advance of flagger for truck crossings active during hours of darkness. Light plant shall illuminate travel lanes at this location, but shall not be directed at oncoming traffic.
Provide a blank 48" x 48" diamond orange sign mounted on Type III barricades 2000 feet in advance of flagger for truck crossings active during hours of daylight. Sign is to face flagger and not be visible to oncoming traffic.
If a vehicle is between Light Plant 1 or blank sign and the crossing location, trucks are not permitted to cross the travel lanes.
7. Rock construction entrances shall be placed at both sides of the roadway as shown. Additional rock to maintain the rock construction entrances shall be stockpiled on site. Rock construction entrance not required if paved surface is present.
8. When truck crossing is not in use for 60 minutes, place channelizing devices as shown to completely close off the access points, cover MPT-36, G20-2, G20-5AP/R2-1, W21-19, and W21-20 turn off Type B lights, and turn off PCMS.
9. Truck crossings to be active only during allowable working hours and during satisfactory weather conditions as determined by the Representative. Truck crossings are not permitted to be active during holiday periods.
PTS 900-13 - NotesOpening in Temporary Concrete Barrier with Truck Crossing
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
W21-19G20-5AP/R2-1
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
G20-5AP/R2-1
MPT-36
HEAVYEQUIPMENTCROSSING
MPT-36
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ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
W21-20or
ENDACTIVEWORKZONE
NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
1,000'
500'
150'
500'
HEAVYEQUIPMENTCROSSING
Channelizing Devices to be movedas required for access (TYP)
Rock Construction entranceor paved surface
PCMS 1
Light Plant 2
Temporary Impact Attenuator,Type V, Test Level 3
Rock Construction entranceor paved surface
PTS 900-13Opening in Temporary Concrete Barrier with Truck Crossing
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
200'
ENDROAD WORK
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
CAUTIONTRUCKS
CROSSING
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or
NOTES:See PTS 900-13 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
500'
500'
500'
1,000'
200'
150'
12' TYP 12' TYP24' (Min) 24' (Min)
4" Temporary solid whiteedge line
Temporary Concrete Barrier
Light Plant 1See Notes 2 and 6
500'
1. For left lane work zone, use the same sign spacing, locations, and pattern but with the signs and PCMS indicating a left lane closure.
2. Provide emergency pull-offs at a spacing of approximately 1 mile each direction through work zone when full right shoulder is not available.
3. Remove conflicting white line between the center lane and right lane for a right lane closure or the left lane and center lane for a left lane closure.
4. Taper 30:1 to outside edge of paved shoulder. From outside edge of paved shoulder, taper as per RC-57M.
5. Provide proper end treatment for barrier by tapering barrier and burying, tapering barrier and connecting to guide rail per PTS-135 or barrier, or taper barrier and provide temporary impact attenuator.
6. From this point, provide G20-5AP / R2-1 signs to the right of traffic at 2 mile maximum intervals through the long term lane closure pattern.
7. Erect the Active Work Zone When Flashing (W21-19) sign and active white Type B light when construction access areas are active. Sign shall be covered and light shall be deactivated when construction access is not in use for 60 minutes.
PTS 900-14 - Notes3 Lane to 2 Lane Long-Term Closure
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
R22 1R22-1
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
W21-19
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
SPEEDLIMIT
XXR2-1
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
G20-5AP/R2-1
----AHEAD
W4-2R or W4-2L /
W16-103P
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
R2-1/SPEED
DISPLAYSIGN
RIGHT LANE CLOSED
----
W20-5Ror
W20-5L
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
Shoulder = Shoulder TransitionL = Buffer ZoneWZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED Shoulder L WZ R Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH5570
Rate FeetMile(s) Shoulder L WZ R30:130:1
4 (Max)4 (Max)
300300
N/AN/A
N/AN/A
N/AN/A
5050
Rate100:1100:1
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
PTS 900-143 Lane to 2 Lane Long-Term Lane Closure
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
ENDROAD WORK
SPEEDLIMIT
XX
RIGHT LANE CLOSED1/2 MILE
RIGHT LANE CLOSED1500 FT
1000 FTAHEAD
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
250' Min1,000' Max
5,280'
1,000'
500'
500'
500'
500'
500'
500'
500'
L
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1
1/2 WZ
500' Min900' Max
2,640' Min5,280' Max
100'
100'
WZ
RIGHT LANE CLOSED1 MILE
RIGHT LANE CLOSED2 MILES
Temp W/4" or W/6"(on barrier)
890'
890'
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
R
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
MERGELEFT
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NOTES:See PTS 900-14 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
1/2 WZ
See Note 4See Note 5
Arrow PanelSee Note 7
See Note 6
PTS 900-15 - NotesCrossover Traffic Pattern
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet1. Provide sufficient Type III barricades to close off the entire road.
2. Provide proper end treatment for barrier, by tapering barrier and burying, tapering barrier and connect to guide rail per PTS-135 or barrier, or tapering barrier and provide temporary impact attenuator.
3. Use channelizing devices with PennDOT approved sequential warning lights in the transition areas for patterns used during hours of darkness.
4. Single lane should be established a minimum of 1,000 feet in advance of deceleration ramp or beyond acceleration ramp at interchanges and service plazas.
5. For interchanges and service plaza ramp signing within the work zone, see PTS 900-6.
6. From this point, provide G20-5AP/ R2-1 signs to the right of traffic at 2 mile maximum intervals through the crossover traffic pattern.
7. Erect the Active Work Zone When Flashing (W21-19) sign and activate white Type B light when construction access areas are active. Sign shall be covered and light shall be deactivated when construction access is not used for 60 minutes.
Lane Shift Variables:L = S x WL = S x WL = Minimum desirable transition/shift length in feetW = Width of offset in feetS = Work Zone speed limit in miles per hour
1
WZ2
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
G20-5AP/R2-1
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
R22-1
MPT-03
CROSSOVER
1500 FT
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
W21-19W1-4Rand
W1-4L
----AHEAD
W4-2R or W4-2L/
W16-103P
MPT-01
CROSSOVER500 FT
W20-5Rand
W20-5L
RIGHT LANE CLOSED
----ROAD
CLOSEDR11-2
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
SPEEDLIMIT
XXR2-1
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
R2-1/SPEED
DISPLAYSIGN
WZ
NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
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Signs
L 1 = Transition 1L 2 = Transition 21/3 L = Shoulder TransitionBZ = Buffer Zone WZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED L 1 1/3 L1 BZ WZ R Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH5570
Feet Feet Feet FeetMile(s) L 11/3 L1 L 2 WZ R660840
220280
1,320 (Min) 4 (Max)4 (Max)
300300
5050
5050
5050
100100
50501,680 (Min)
100100
BZL 2
Feet660660
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
PTS 900-15Crossover Traffic Pattern Detail (Drawing 1 of 3)Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
W/4"
See Note 2
100'
100'
L1
1/3 L1
Remove conflictingpavment markings
Y/4"
See Note 1
W/4"
Remove conflictingpavement markings
Remove conflictingpavement markingsand median barrier
BZ
WZ
R
L1
BZ
Remove conflictingpavement markingsand median barrier
See Note 2
L2
Y/4" or Y/6"(on barrier)
W/4"
L2
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PCMS 2
CROSSOVER
PCMS 3
CROSSOVER
Arrow Panel
Arrow Panel
See PTS 900-15 Drawing 2 of 3and 3 of 3 for signing layout.
NOTES:See PTS 900-15 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
Temporary Impact Attenuator, Type V,Test Level 3
PTS 900-15 Crossover Traffic Pattern Detail (Drawing 2 of 3)Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
SPEEDLIMIT
XX
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
ROADCLOSED
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
1000 FTAHEAD
ENDROAD WORK
RIGHT LANE CLOSED1/2 MILE
RIGHT LANE CLOSED1500 FT
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1
250' Min1,000' Max
5,280'
890'
890'
1,000'
500'
500'
500'
500'
250'
500'
500'
500'Remove conflictingpavement markings
PCMS 2
CROSSOVER
1500 FT
CROSSOVER500 FT
500' Min900' Max
2,640' Min5,280' max
100'
RIGHT LANE CLOSED1 MILE
RIGHT LANE CLOSED2 MILES
Y/4" or Y/6"(on barrier)
W/4"
SEE PTS 900-15 (Drawing 3 of 3)
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55xx
YOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
MERGELEFT
CROSSOVER
250'
1,000'
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NOTES:See PTS 900-15 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
Place at midpointof physical work zone
Remove conflictingpavement markings
See Note 2
See Note 6
Arrow Panel
See Note 7
(See Note 1)
PTS 900-15Crossover Traffic Pattern Detail (Drawing 3 of 3)Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
LEFT LANECLOSED2 MILES
SPEEDLIMIT
XX
ENDROAD WORK
1000 FTAHEAD
ARROW PANEL
500'
500'
1,000'
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 4
Remove conflictingpavement markings
See Note 2
Work Zone rightand left lanes closed
to traffic
Arrow Panel
PCMSPCMS 3
CROSSOVER500 FT
CROSSOVER
1500 FT
500' Min900' Max
2,640' Min5,280' Max
LEFT LANECLOSED1 MILE
LEFT LANECLOSED1/2 MILE
LEFT LANECLOSED
1500 FEET
See Note 6
W/4"
Y/4" or Y/6"(on barrier)
W/4"
Y/4"
SEE PTS 900-15 (Drawing 2 of 3)
890'
890'
1,000'
500'
500'
500'
250'
250'
Remove Conflictingpavement markings
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
LEFTLANE
CLOSED
MERGERIGHT
CROSSOVER
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
250' Min1,000' Max
5,280'
500'
500'
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NOTES:See PTS 900-15 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
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Standards for Long-TermMedian Widths Less Than
15 Feet (PTS 905 Series)
PTS 905-1 - NotesGeneral Notes
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet 1. Remove all traffic control signs and devices immediately upon the completion of the work unless otherwise specified in the special provisions.
2. Place all traffic control devices and have them inspected by the Representative before work begins.
3. Cover or remove from the site all signs not in use. Remove from the Turnpike right-of-way construction signs not needed or used for a period of two (2) or more weeks.
4. Maintain a minimum spacing of 200 feet between all regulatory, warning and destination signs.
5. Provide at minimum a 40 feet width beyond the edge of the travel lane free of obstacles and drop-offs greater than 2 inches in depth in work zone(s) during non-working hours or separate work zone(s) from motorists with temporary concrete barrier. Separation of work zone(s) is incidental to the MPT.
6. Details for the signs and devices can be found in these drawings, PennDOT Publication 236, PennDOT Publication 212 and are to be manufactured by a Department of Transportation approved manufacturer as listed in PennDOT Publication 35.
7. Use PennDOT approved Type XI reflectorized material for signs.
8. These plans are not intended to relieve the contractor of the responsibility for the protection of the public and the construction personnel. The standards prescribed are minimum and additional protection may be needed if problems are encountered during the term of the contract. The contractor will be expected to constantly review this plan for adequacy and to recommend changes for the Representative's approval when inadequacies are discovered.
9. Signs and devices may be adjusted to fit field conditions.
10. Concrete barrier details are to be according to PennDOT Standards for Roadway Construction, RC-57M, RC-59M, and PTC Standards for Roadway Construction.
11. Establish work zone speed limit of 55 MPH in all construction zones except when using tunnel cross-over traffic pattern establish work zone speed limit of 40 MPH.
Establish work zone speed limit by installing 55 MPH work zone speed limit signs on the right shoulder 1/2 mile in advance of construction area access openings and truck crossings as indicated on PTS 905-12 and 905-13.
Establish work zone speed limit of 55 MPH when a pavement differential exists between any of the lanes.
Normal posted speed limit signs within the 2 mile advanced signing area for work zones are to remain uncovered.
Cover or remove work zone speed limit signs when all normal lanes and all normal median and shoulder are available for the affected direction(s). Cover or remove work zone speed limit signs when temporary concrete barrier closes the median or shoulder.
12. Vehicles, equipment, material and workers are not to be located in the buffer zone.
13. Post the G20-2 (END ROAD WORK) sign and the normal speed limit for the area (55 MPH or 70 MPH) at the end of the work zone. If the physical work zone is followed by another physical work zone within 2 miles, then the G20-2 sign is not to be used and the R2-1 sign at the end of the first work zone is to be 55 MPH.
14. Type B light is to be mounted on the side closest to traffic as shown on PTS-980 (Sheet 30 of 32).
15. Existing R2-2-2, "WORK ZONE SPEED LIMIT 55 MPH", signs may only be used for the remainder of their serviceable life.
16. Type B yellow flashing warning lights may be used in conjunction with warning signs, unless otherwise indicated on the drawing.
17. Use only for narrow median areas less than 15 feet in width. Do not use median signs. Median width is defined as the distance between the yellow edge lines for the opposing travel lanes. Refer to PTS 900 details for median areas greater than or equal to 15 feet in width.
18. If work zone, including advance signing area, includes median widths of both less than 15 feet and greater than 15 feet, follow PTS 905 details for entire work zone.
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1. This figure applies where the operation moves intermittently or continuously at an average speed of more than 1 MPH (88 FT./MIN.). The operator is to be the only occupant of Shadow Vehicle No. 2. When the operation moves intermittently, the maximum time of stationary work is 15 minutes. If these conditions cannot be met, use a Single Lane Traffic Pattern as shown on PTS 905-4.
2. 7,000 lb GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) or larger pickup truck loaded to weigh a minimum of 5,500 lbs.
3. Position Shadow Vehicle No. 1 so that it is visible from behind for a minimum distance of 700 feet.
4. Have all shadow vehicles meet PennDOT and PTC requirements.
5. All arrow panels and PCMS are to be truck mounted.
6. The spacing between the work vehicles and the shadow vehicles, and between each shadow vehicle should be minimized to deter road users from driving in between, based on field conditions.
7. Shadow Vehicle No. 1 may be located on the median shoulder where the median shoulder width is a minimum of 12 feet.
PTS 905-2 - NotesMobile Operation for 2 Lanes
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
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PTS 905-2AMobile Operation for 2 Lanes - Right Lane and Shoulder Work Zone
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
Work Vehicle(s)
250' Min - 350' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 3
300' Min - 1,000' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 2
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1Shadow Vehicle No. 1
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
MERGELEFT
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NOTES:See PTS 905-2 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
PTS 905-2BMobile Operation for 2 Lanes - Left Lane and Median Work Zone
Median Width Less Than 15 Feet
NOTES:See PTS 905-2 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
Work Vehicle(s)
Shadow Vehicle No. 3
300' Min - 1,000' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 2
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1 Shadow Vehicle No. 1
(See Note 7)
LEFTLANE
CLOSED
MERGERIGHT
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250' Min - 350' Max
1. This figure applies where the operation moves intermittently or continuously at an average speed of more than 1 MPH (88 FT./MIN.). The operator is to be the only occupant of Shadow Vehicles No. 3 and 6. When the operation moves intermittently, the maximum time of stationary work is 15 minutes. If these conditions cannot be met, use a Single Lane Traffic Pattern as shown on PTS 905-4.
2. A 7,000 lb GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) or larger pickup truck loaded to weigh a minimum of 5,500 lbs may be used as Shadow Vehicles No. 1 and 2.
3. Position Shadow Vehicle No. 1 so that it is visible from behind for a minimum distance of 700 feet.
4. Have all shadow vehicles meet PennDOT and PTC requirements.
5. All arrow panels and PCMS are to be truck mounted.
6. The spacing between the work vehicles and the shadow vehicles, and between each shadow vehicle should be minimized to deter road users from diving in between, based on field conditions.
7. Shadow Vehicles No. 1 and 2 may be located on the median shoulder where the median shoulder width is a minimum of 12 feet.
PTS 905-3 - NotesMobile Operation for 3 Lanes
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
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PTS 905-3AMobile Operation for 3 Lanes - Right and Center Lane Work Zone
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
Work Vehicle(s)
250' Min - 350' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 6
300' Min - 1,000' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 4
300' Min - 500' Max
250' Min - 500' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 7
Shadow Vehicle No. 3
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 3Shadow Vehicle No. 5
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1Shadow Vehicle No. 1
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 2Shadow Vehicle No. 2
RIGHT2 LANESCLOSED
MERGELEFT
RIGHT2 LANESCLOSED
MERGELEFT
ROADWORKAHEAD
RIGHT2 LANESCLOSED
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NOTES: See PTS 905-3 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
PTS 905-3BMobile Operation for 3 Lanes - Left and Center Lane Work Zone
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
Work Vehicle(s)
250' Min - 350' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 6
300' Min - 1,000' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 4
300' Min - 500' Max
250' Min - 500' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 7
Shadow Vehicle No. 3
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 3Shadow Vehicle No. 5
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 2 Shadow Vehicle No. 2
(See Note 8)
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1 Shadow Vehicle No. 1
(See Note 7)
LEFT2 LANESCLOSED
MERGERIGHT
LEFT2 LANESCLOSED
MERGERIGHT
ROADWORKAHEAD
LEFT2 LANESCLOSED
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NOTES:See PTS 905-3 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
PTS 905-4 - NotesSingle Lane Traffic Pattern
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet 1. For interchange and service plaza ramp signing within the work zone, see PTS 905-6.
2. For left lane work zone, use the same sign spacing, location, and pattern but with the signs and PCMS indicating a left lane closure.
3. Use channelizing devices with PennDOT approved sequential warning lights in the transition area for patterns used during hours of darkness.
4. Establish single lane traffic pattern only during active work periods. Shorten length of single lane pattern to only the length needed for construction operation. Work zone should not exceed four (4) miles in length.
5. Single lane should be established a minimum of 1,000 feet in advance of deceleration ramp or beyond acceleration ramp at interchanges and service plazas.
6. Install W3-5 sign only in the areas where the normal speed limit is 70 MPH.
7. Cover the Active Work Zone When Flashing (W21-19) sign and deactivate white Type B light when workers are not present on the roadway, berm, or shoulder for 60 minutes.
8. Speed Display Sign shall only be used if the length of the physical work zone is greater than or equal to 500 feet.
9. Compute the minimum desirable taper length for reduction in lanes using the following formula:L= S x WWhere L = Minimum desirable taper length in feet
W = Width of offset in feetS = Normal speed limit in miles per hour
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
R22-1
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
W21-19
----AHEAD
W4-2R or W4-2L/
W16-103P
55SPEEDLIMIT
W3-5
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
G20-5AP/R2-1
SPEEDLIMIT
XXR2-1
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
RIGHT LANECLOSED
----
W20-5Ror
W20-5L
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
R2-1/SPEED
DISPLAY SIGN
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
L = Transition1/3L = Shoulder TransitionBZ = Buffer ZoneWZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED L 1/3 L BZ WZ R Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH5570
Feet Feet Feet FeetMile(s) L 1/3 L BZ WZ R660840
220280
500 (Min) 4 (Max)4 (Max)
300300
5050
5050
100100
100100
5050750 (Min)
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
PTS 905-4Single Lane Traffic Pattern
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
55SPEEDLIMIT
1000 FTAHEAD
ENDROAD WORK
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
RIGHT LANECLOSED2 MILES
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
SPEEDLIMIT
XX
RIGHT LANECLOSED1/2 MILE
PCMS 1
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 2
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 3
Phase 1 Phase 2
250' Min1,000' Max
1,570'
3,710'
640'
640'
500'
1,000'
500'
500'
500'
BZ
WZ
R
500'
500'
1/3 L
2,640' Min5,280' Max
1/2 WZ
1/2 WZ
RIGHT LANECLOSED1 MILE
500'
500'
L
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
MERGELEFT
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
MERGELEFT
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
1 1/2MILESAHEAD
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
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NOTES:See PTS 905-4 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
500' Min900' max
See Note 8
See Note 7
Arrow Panel
See Note 6
PTS 905-5 - NotesSingle Lane Traffic Pattern for 3 Lane Section
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet1. For interchange and service plaza signing within the work zone, see PTS 905-6.
2. For left and center lane work zone, use the same spacing, location, and pattern but with the signs and PCMS indicating a left and center lane closure.
3. Use channelizing devices with PennDOT approved sequential warning lights in the transition areas for patterns used during hours of darkness.
4. Establish single lane pattern only during active work periods. Shorten length of single lane pattern to only the length needed for the construction operation. Work zone should not exceed four (4) miles in length.
5. Single lane should be established a minimum of 1,000 feet in advance of deceleration ramp or beyond acceleration ramp at interchanges and service plazas.
6. Install W3-5 sign only in areas where the normal speed limit is 70 MPH.
7. Cover the Active Work Zone When Flashing (W21-19) sign and deactivate white Type B light when workers are not present on the roadway, berm, or shoulder for 60 minutes.
8. Speed Display Sign shall only be used if the length of the physical work zone is greater than or equal to 500 feet.
9. Compute the minimum desirable taper length for reduction in lanes using the following formula:L= S x WWhere L = Minimum desirable taper length in feet
W = Width of offset in feetS = Normal speed limit in miles per hour
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
R22-1
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
W21-19
RIGHT TWO LANES
CLOSED----
W20W20-5ARor
W20-5AL
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
G20-5AP/R2-1
SPEEDLIMIT
XXR2-1
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
55SPEEDLIMIT
W3-5xx
YOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
R2-1/SPEED
DISPLAYSIGN
----AHEAD
W4-2R/W16-103P
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
L = Transition1/3 L = Shoulder TransitionBZ 1 = Buffer Zone 1BZ 2 = Buffer Zone 2WZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED L 1/3 L BZ 1 WZ R Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH5570
Feet Feet Feet FeetMile(s) L 1/3 L BZ 1 WZ R660840
220280
1,320 (Min) 4 (Max)4 (Max)
600600
5050
5050
100100
100100
5050
BZ 2Feet
500 (Min)750 (Min)1,680 (Min)
100100
BZ 2
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
PTS 905-5Single Lane Traffic Pattern for 3 Lane Section
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
640'
640'
500'
1,000'
500'
500'
500'
500'
500'
3,710'
250' Min1,000' Max
500'
1,570'
WZ
ENDROAD WORK
SPEEDLIMIT
XX
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
55SPEEDLIMIT
RIGHT TWO LANES
CLOSED1/2 MILE
500'
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
PCMS 1
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 2
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 3
Phase 1 Phase 2
1/3 L
Arrow Panel
1,000'BZ 1
L
L
BZ 2
WZ
R
RIGHT TWO LANES
CLOSED1 MILE
RIGHT TWO LANES
CLOSED2 MILES
500' Min900' Max
2,640' Min5,280' Max
1/2 WZ
1/2 WZ
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
RIGHT2 LANESCLOSED
MERGELEFT
RIGHT2 LANESCLOSED
MERGELEFT
RIGHT2 LANESCLOSED
1 1/2 MILES
AHEAD
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
1000 FTAHEAD
1000 FTAHEAD
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NOTES:See PTS 905-5 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
See Note 8
See Note 7
Arrow Panel
See Note 6
1. Single lane should be established a minimum of 1,000 feet in advance of deceleration ramp or beyond acceleration ramp.
2. MPT-05 and MPT-06 signs:A. Use for interchange ramp only.B. Cover or remove from the site when not in use.
3. MPT-07 and MPT-08 signs:A. Use for service plaza ramp only.B. Cover or remove from the site when not in use.
4. Existing MPT-07 and MPT-08 signs may only be used for remainder of their serviceable life.
5. Channelizing devices spaced at 100 feet except where noted.
PTS 905-6 - NotesLane Closure Traffic Pattern for Interchange and Service Plaza Areas
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
G20-5AP/R2-1
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
G20-5AP/R2-1
W20-1
ROADWORKAHEAD
W20-1W3-1W3-1R4-1A
NOPASSING
ZONEAHEAD
R4-1AR1-1-2/R1-1
STOPRAMP
R1-1-2/R1-1
W3-2W3-2
MPT-08MPT-07
NEXT RIGHT
EXIT
MPT-06
EXITNEXTRIGHT
MPT-05
STOPRAMP
R1-1-3 R1-2
YIELD
R1-2
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
PTS 905-6Lane Closure Traffic Pattern for Interchange and Service Plaza Areas
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
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NOTES:See PTS 905-6 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
EXIT
NOPASSING
ZONEAHEAD
NOPASSING
ZONEAHEAD
STOP
EXITNEXTRIGHT
Channelizing devices spaced at 50'
200'
or
or200'
500'200'
RAMP
ROADWORKAHEAD
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
NEXT RIGHT
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
ROADWORKAHEAD
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
STOPRAMP
or
YIELD
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
Channelizing devices spaced at 50'
SHOULDERCLOSED
MPT-34MPT-34
PTS 905-7 - NotesMobile Shoulder Operation
Median Width Less Than 15 Feet
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
1. All arrow panels and PCMS are to be truck mounted.
2. Have all shadow vehicles meet PennDOT and PTC requirements.
3. This figure applies where the operation moves intermittently or continuously at an average speed of more than 1 MPH (88 FT./MIN.). The operator is to be the only occupant of Shadow Vehicle No. 2. When the operation moves intermittently, the maximum time of stationary work is 15 minutes. If these conditions cannot be met, use either a Stationary Shoulder Closure with Channelizing Devices as shown on PTS 905-8 or a Single Lane Traffic Pattern as shown on PTS 905-4.
4. A 7,000 lbs GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) or larger pickup truck loaded to weigh a minimum of 5,500 lbs may be used as Shadow Vehicle No. 1.
5. Position Shadow Vehicle No. 1 so that it is visible from behind for a minimum distance of 700 feet.
PTS 905-7Mobile Shoulder Operation
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
SHOULDERCLOSED
Work Vehicle(s)
Shadow Vehicle No. 2
PCMS 1Shadow Vehicle No. 1
(See Note 5)
Phase 1 Phase 2
250'
1,000' Min1 Mile Max
SHOULDERCLOSEDAHEAD
USE CAUTION
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NOTES:See PTS 905-7 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
PTS 905-8 - NotesStationary Shoulder Closure with Channelizing Devices
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
1. Arrow panel in caution mode to be used when vehicles, equipment with Channelizing Devices, materials, or workers are on the paved shoulder. Channelizing devices to remain in place until work is completed. Maintain normal traffic. Stationary shoulder closure with channelizing devices only permitted during allowable working hours.
2. For median operations, use Single Lane Traffic Pattern per PTS 905-4, left lane closed. Single lane traffic pattern to remain in place until work is completed.
3. Install W3-5 sign only in areas where the normal speed limit is 70 MPH.
4. All arrow panels are to be truck mounted.
5. Have all shadow vehicles meet PennDOT and PTC requirements.
6. Cover the Active Work Zone When Flashing (W21-19) sign and deactivate white Type B light when workers are not present on the roadway, berm, or shoulder for 60 minutes.
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
W21-19
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
SPEEDLIMIT
XXR2-1
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
G20-5AP/R2-1
55SPEEDLIMIT
W3-5
RIGHTSHOULDER
CLOSED----
W21-5BR
ROADWORKAHEAD
W20-1
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
R22-1
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
1/3L = Shoulder TransitionBZ = Buffer ZoneWZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED 1/3 L BZ WZ R Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH5570
Feet Feet FeetMile(s) 1/3 L BZ WZ R220280
250 4 (Max)4 (Max)
100100
5050
100100
100100
5050250
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
PTS 905-8 Stationary Shoulder Closure with Channelizing Devices
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
55SPEEDLIMIT
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
RIGHTSHOULDER
CLOSED1000 FT
ENDROAD WORK
SPEEDLIMIT
XX
ROADWORKAHEAD
Shadow Vehicle No. 1
250' Min1,000' Max
2,000'
500'
1,500'
1,000'
1/3L
BZ
WZ
R
500'
500'
See Note 6
Varies withChannelizing Devices
50' Apart
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
See Note 3
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NOTES:See PTS 905-8 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
PTS 905-9 - NotesStationary Shoulder Closure with Temporary Concrete Barrier
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
RIGHTSHOULDER
CLOSED----
W21-5BR
ROADWORKAHEAD
W20-1
NO SHOULDER NEXT _ _ _ MILES
MPT-31
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
R22-1
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
1. Provide proper end treatment for barrier, by tapering barrier and burying, tapering barrier and connect to guide rail per PTS-135 or barrier, or tapering barrier and provide temporary impact attenuator.
2. For multiple stationary shoulder closures with temporary concrete barrier located within 1 mile of each other, install advanced signing prior to the first stationary shoulder closure only, with distance displayed on the MPT-31 sign as the length from the beginning of the first stationary shoulder closure to the end of the last stationary shoulder closure. The G20-2 sign is to be installed after the last stationary shoulder closure.
3. MPT-31 sign shall only be used if the length of the work zone is greater than 1 mile.
4. If the length of the work zone is greater than 1 mile and no construction accesses are active, provide G20-5AP /R2-1 signs to the right of traffic 1,500 feet before the beginning of the temporary concrete barrier and at 1 mile intervals throughout the shoulder closure.
5. Completely cover signs used with this pattern when the right lane is closed to traffic per PTS 905-4 or PTS 905-5.
Shoulder = Shoulder TransitionBZ = Buffer ZoneWZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED Shoulder BZ WZ R Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH5570
Rate Feet FeetMile(s) Shoulder BZ WZ R30:130:1
100 4 (Max)4 (Max)
100100
N/A100 N/A
N/AN/A
N/AN/A
N/AN/A
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
PTS 905-9Stationary Shoulder Closure with Temporary Concrete Barrier
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
ROADWORKAHEAD
RIGHT SHOULDER
CLOSED1000 FT
ENDROAD WORK
BZ
R
1,600'
Taper as perPennDOT RC-57M
30:1 Taper
WZ
500'
1'
500'
NO SHOULDER NEXT _ _ _ MILES
250' Min1,000' Max
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
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24' Min
NOTES:See PTS 905-9 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
500'
See Note 3
See Note 1
PTS 905-10 - NotesLanes Narrow
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet 1. Use the two lane detail when W ≤ 2.5 FT. and A < 24 FT. Use the three lane detail when W ≤ 3.75 FT. and A < 36 FT.
2. When lanes narrow within a work zone use only W5-4-1(1,000') and W5-4-1 (500').
3. Provide emergency pull-offs at a spacing of approximately 1 mile each direction through work zone when full 12 feet of right shoulder is not available.
4. Taper 30:1 to outside edge of paved shoulder. From outside edge of paved shoulder, taper as per RC-57M. When lanes narrow to the right and a full taper is not feasible in median, then see Note 5.
5. Provide proper end treatment for barrier, by tapering barrier and burying, tapering barrier and connect to guide rail per PTS-135 or barrier, or tapering barrier and provide temporary impact attenuator.
6. From this point provide G20-5AP / R2-1 signs to the right of traffic at 2 mile maximum intervals through the narrow lane(s) pattern.
7. Erect the Active Work Zone When Flashing (W21-19) sign and activate white Type B light when construction access areas are active. Sign shall be covered and light shall be deactivated when construction access is not in use for 60 minutes.
8. MPT-31 sign shall only be used if the length of the work zone is greater than 1 mile.
9. Compute the minimum desirable transition / shift length for reduction in lanes using the following formula:
R2-1/SPEED
DISPLAYSIGN
Lanes Narrow Variables:L = S x WL = Minimum desirable transition/shift length in feetW = Width of offset in feetS = Work Zone speed limit in miles per hour
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
SPEEDLIMIT
XXR2-1 W21-19
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
ROADWORK
----
W20-1
LANESNARROW
----
W5-4-1
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
G20-5AP/R2-1
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
R22-1
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WZ
WZ
NO SHOULDER NEXT _ _ _ MILES
MPT-31
NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
Shoulder = Shoulder TransitionL = TransitionBZ = Buffer ZoneWZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED Shoulder BZ WZ Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH5570
Rate Feet Mile(s) Shoulder BZ WZL30:130:1
660 4 (Max)4 (Max)
100100
N/A840 N/A
N/AN/A
N/AN/A
N/AN/A
LFeet
RFeet100100
RN/AN/A
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
PTS 905-10ALanes Narrow Detail - 2 Lanes Narrow (W < 2.5 FT. and A < 24 FT.)
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
BZ
R
ROADWORK
2 MILES
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
ROADWORK1 MILE
LANE NARROWS
1000FT
LANE NARROWS
500FT
ENDROAD WORK
SPEEDLIMIT
XX
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
250' Min1,000' Max
1,570'
3,710'
730'
1,000'
L
See Note 5
A
W
W
150'
150'
500'
500'
500'
L
PCMS 2
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1
Phase 1 Phase 2
1,820'
730'
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
LANESNARROW
1 1/2MILESAHEAD
LANESNARROW
1/2MILE
AHEAD
250'
250'NO SHOULDER
NEXT _ _ _ MILES
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NOTES:See PTS 905-10 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
See Note 4See Note 5
W/4"
W/4" orW/6" (on barrier)
BW/4"
W/4"
See Note 6
See Note 8
See Note 7
2,640' Min5,280' Max
500' Min900' Max
1/2 WZ
1/2 WZ
PTS 905-10BLanes Narrow Detail - 3 Lanes Narrow (W < 3.75 FT. and A < 36 FT.)
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
250' Min1,000' Max
730'
1,000'
250'
500'
L
500'
500'
L
730'
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
ROADWORK
2 MILES
ROADWORK1 MILE
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
ENDROAD WORK
SPEEDLIMIT
XX
PCMS 1
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 2
Phase 1 Phase 2
A
150'
150'
150'
R
BZ
LANES NARROW
500FT
1,820'
1,570'
3,710'
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
LANESNARROW
1/2MILE
AHEAD
LANESNARROW
1 1/2MILESAHEAD
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
250'LANES
NARROW1000FT
NO SHOULDER NEXT _ _ _ MILES
JANUARY 2019
NOTES:See PTS 905-10 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
W
W
See Note 4See Note 5
W/4"
W/4" orW/6" (on barrier)
BW/4"
W/4"
See Note 6
See Note 8
See Note 7
2,640' Min5,280' Max
500' Min900' Max
1/2 WZ
1/2 WZ
PTS 905-11 - Notes Lanes Shift Detail
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet1. Use the two lane detail when W > 2.5 FT. or W < 2.5 FT. and A = 24 FT. Use the three lane detail when W > 3.75 FT. and A = 36 FT. Shift traffic prior to and after work zone.
2. When lanes shift to the right, replace either W1-4BL with W1-4BR or W1-4CL with W1-4CR.
3. W24-1AL and W24-1AR signs may be used in lieu of the W1-4BL and W1-4BR signs when the tangent distance for the shifted traffic makes it difficult to install a second set of two lane reverse curve signs (W1-4B series). W24-1BL and W24-1BR signs may be used in lieu of the W1-4CL and W1-4CR signs when the tangent distance for the shifted traffic makes it difficult to install a second set of three lane reverse curve signs (W1-4C series).
4. Provide emergency pull-offs at a spacing of approximately 1 mile each direction through work zone when full shoulder is not available.
5. Taper 30:1 to outside edge of paved shoulder. From outside edge of paved shoulder, taper as per RC-57M. If full taper is not feasible in median, then see Note 6.
6. Provide proper end treatment for barrier, by tapering barrier and burying, tapering barrier and connect to guide rail per PTS-135 or barrier, or tapering barrier to provide temporary impact attenuator.
7. From this point, provide G20-5AP / R2-1 signs to the right of traffic at 2 mile maximum intervals through the lane(s) shift pattern.
8. Erect the Active Work Zone When Flashing (W21-19) sign and activate white Type B light when construction access areas are active. Sign shall be covered and light shall be deactivated when construction access is not in use for 60 minutes.
9. MPT-31 sign shall only be used if the length of the work zone is greater than 1 mile.
10. Compute the minimum desirable transition / shift length for reduction in lanes using the following formula:
Lanes Shift Variables:L = S x WL = Minimum desirable transition/shift length in feetW = Width of offset in feetS = Work Zone speed limit in miles per hour
W24-1AL W24-1AR
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
R22-1
ROADWORK
----
W20-1
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
W21-19
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
G20-5AP/R2-1
SPEEDLIMIT
XXR2-1
----AHEAD
W1-4BL/W16-103P
----AHEAD
W1-4BR/W16-103P
----AHEAD
W1-4CR/W16-103P
----AHEAD
W1-4CL/W16-103P
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
R2-1/SPEED
DISPLAY SIGN
NO SHOULDER NEXT _ _ _ MILES
MPT-31
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
L = TransitionBZ = Buffer ZoneWZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED WZ Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH5570
Mile(s) WZL660 4 (Max)
4 (Max)840N/AN/A
N/AN/A
LFeet
BZ RFeet Feet100100
100100
BZN/AN/A
RN/AN/A
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
PTS 905-11ALanes Shift Detail - 2 Lanes Shift (W > 2.5 FT. and A = 24 FT. )
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
ENDROAD WORK
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
ROADWORK
2 MILES
ROADWORK1 MILE
500 FTAHEAD
SPEEDLIMIT
XX
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
1000 FTAHEAD
250' Min1,000' Max
1,570'
3,710'
1,820'
730'
1,000'
500'
500'
500'
PCMS 2
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1
Phase 1 Phase 2
730'
500'
L
L
A'
W'
W'
1000 FTAHEAD
500 FTAHEAD
R
BZ
150'
150'
150'500'
500'
150'
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
LANESSHIFT
1/2MILE
AHEAD
LANESSHIFT
1 1/2MILESAHEAD
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
250'
250'NO SHOULDER
NEXT _ _ _ MILES
See Note 9
JANUARY 2019
NOTES:See PTS 905-11 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
See Note 5See Note 6
W/4"
W/4" or W/6" (on barrier)
BW/4"
W/4"
See Note 7
See Note 8
Y/4" or Y/6"(on barrier)
500' Min900' Max
2,640' Min5,280' Max
1/2 WZ
1/2 WZ
PTS 905-11BLanes Shift Detail - 3 Lanes Shift (W > 3.75 FT. and A = 36 FT.)
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
BZ
R500'
500'
150'
150'
ROADWORK
2 MILES
ENDROAD WORK
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
ROADWORK1 MILE
500 FTAHEAD
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
SPEEDLIMIT
XX
500 FTAHEAD
1000 FTAHEAD
1000 FTAHEAD
PCMS 2
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1
Phase 1 Phase 2
250' Min1,000' Max
1,570'
3,710'
1,820'
730'
1,000'
500'
500'
730'
500'
L
L
150'
A
W
W
150'
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
LANESSHIFT
1/2MILE
AHEAD
LANESSHIFT
1 1/2MILES
AHEAD
NO SHOULDER NEXT _ _ _ MILES 500'
JANUARY 2019
NOTES:See PTS 905-11 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
See Note 9
See Note 5
See Note 6
W/4"
W/4" or W/6" (on barrier)
BW/4"
W/4"
See Note 7
See Note 8
Y/4" or Y/6"(on barrier)
500' Min900' Max
2,640' Min5,280' Max
1/2 WZ
1/2 WZ
250'
250'
PTS 905-12AB - NotesEmergency Pull-Off
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet1. Space emergency pull-offs at approximately 1 mile each direction to the right side of traffic.
2. Emergency Pull-Off - Type II uses an existing wide area with a minimum size as indicated for Type III. Sign according to Emergency Pull-Off - Type III requirements.
3. Relocate nearest tenth mile marker to each emergency pull-off. Locate to maximize visibility for the motorist and as approved by the Representative.
4. Erect D12-14A, "EMERGENCY CELLULAR SIGN (*11)" sign within each emergency pull-off. Locate to maximize visibility for the motorist and as approved by the Representative.
5. Emergency pull-offs may be used by the contractor to access construction areas only if the emergency pull-off is unoccupied. The Commission assumes no liability for the frequency of emergency pull-off use by its customers. If emergency pull-off is used by the contractor to access construction area, see Combined Emergency Pull-Off - Type I and Opening in Temporary Concrete Barrier for Access to Construction Area detail.
6. Show the actual distance, based on field conditions, on the sign.
EMERGENCYPULL-OFF
G30-3
EMERGENCYPULL-OFF
----
G30-2G30-1
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
PTS 905-12AEmergency Pull-Off - Type I
in Temporary Concrete BarrierMedian Widths Less Than 15 Feet
JANUARY 2019
NOTES:See PTS 905-12AB - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
300'
EMERGENCYPULL-OFF
1500 FT
EMERGENCYPULL-OFF
4" Temporary Solid WhiteEdge Line
1,500'See Note 6
12' Min
240' Min
Temporary Concrete Barrier
20:1 Taper
20:1
Tap
er24
0' M
in
Temporary Impact Attenuator,
Type V,Test Level 3
780' Min
Varies
100'
PTS 905-12BEmergency Pull-Off - Type III
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
JANUARY 2019
NOTES:See PTS 905-12AB - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
300'
EMERGENCYPULL-OFF
1500 FT
12' Min
25' TYP
4" Temporary Solid White Edge Lineat back of Shoulder
240' Min
20:1 Taper
EMERGENCYPULL-OFF
20:1
Tape
r24
0' M
in
780' Min
1,500'See Note 6
100'
1. Close construction openings with temporary concrete barrier when not required for more than two weeks. This work is incidental to the MPT.
2. Location subject to approval by Representative.
3. Station flagger at access points when access area is active. Equip flagger with PennDOT approved, like new, stop/slow paddle with entire "STOP" panel covered. Provide a platform as necessary to allow the flagger to view oncoming traffic.
4. PCMS is incidental to MPT.
5. Post G20-2 sign at the end of the final work zone.
6. When area is not in use for construction access for 60 minutes, place channelizing devices as shown to completely close off access to the construction area, cover signs, turn off Type B light and turn off PCMS.
PTS 905-12C - NotesOpening in Temporary Concrete Barrier
for Access to Construction Area Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
G20-5AP/R2-1
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
W21-19
CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE
AHEAD
W25-5
JANUARY 2019
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
W21-20or
ENDACTIVEWORKZONE
NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
PTS 905-12COpening in Temporary Concrete Barrier
for Access to Construction AreaMedian Widths Less Than 15 Feet
JANUARY 2019
NOTES:See PTS 905-12C - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
300'
CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE
AHEAD
240' Min
20:1 Taper
Varies
4" Temporary SolidWhite Edge Line
Temporary ConcreteBarrier
12' Min
25' TYP
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1 (See Note 4)
240'
Min
20:1
Tap
er
ENDROAD WORK
500'
2,640'
Channelizing Devices to be movedas required for access (TYP)
Temporary Impact Attenuator,
Type V,Test Level 3
TRUCKSENTERING
AND EXITING
REDUCESPEEDAHEAD
1,000'
1,000'
990'
780'
ENDACTIVEWORKZONE
or
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
See Note 5
200'
150'
PTS 905-12D - NotesCombined Emergency Pull-Off - Type I and Opening in Temporary
Concrete Barrier for Access to Construction AreaMedian Widths Less Than 15 Feet
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
G20-5AP/R2-1
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
W21-19
EMERGENCYPULL-OFF
----
G30-1G30-1
CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE
AHEAD
W25-5W25-5G30-2
EMERGENCYPULL-OFF
G30-2
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ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
W21-20or
ENDACTIVEWORKZONE
NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
1. Space emergency pull-offs at approximately 1 mile each direction.
2. Emergency Pull-Off - Type II uses an existing wide area with a minimum size as indicated for Type III. Sign according to Emergency Pull-Off - Type III requirements.
3. Relocate nearest tenth mile marker to each emergency pull-off. Locate to maximize visibility for the motorist and as approved by the Representative.
4. Erect D12-14A, "EMERGENCY CELLULAR SIGN (*11)" sign within each emergency pull-off. Locate to maximize visibility for the motorist and as approved by the Representative.
5. Emergency pull-offs may be used by the contractor to access construction areas only if the emergency pull-off is unoccupied. The Commission assumes no liability for the frequency of emergency pull-off use by its customers. If emergency pull-off is used by the contractor to access construction area, see Combined Emergency Pull-Off - Type I And Opening In Temporary Concrete Barrier For Access To Construction Area detail.
6. Show the acutal distance, based on field conditions, on the sign.
7. Close construction openings with temporary concrete barrier when not required for more than two weeks. This work is incidental to the MPT.
8. Location subject to approval by Representative.
9. Station flagger at access points when access area is active. Equip flagger with PennDOT approved, like new, stop/slow paddle with entire "STOP" panel covered. Provide a platform as necessary to allow the flagger to view oncoming traffic.
10. PCMS is incidental to MPT.
11. Post G20-2 sign at the end of the final work zone.
12. When combined area is not in use for construction access for 60 minutes, place channelizing devices as shown to completely close off access to the construction area, cover W25-5, G20-2, G20-5AP/R2-1, W21-19, and W21-20, turn off Type B light, and turn off PCMS.
Signs
PTS 905-12DCombined Emergency Pull-Off - Type I and Opening in Temporary Concrete Barrier
for Access to Construction AreaMedian Widths Less Than 15 Feet
NOTES:See PTS 905-12D - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
300'
Varies
EMERGENCYPULL-OFF
1500 FT
EMERGENCYPULL-OFF
CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE
AHEAD
240' Min
20:1 Taper
4" Temporary SolidWhite Edge Line
Temporary ConcreteBarrier
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1 (See Note 10)
12' Min
(See Note 6)
240' Min
20:1
Tape
r
ENDROAD WORK
500'
200'W
ACTIVEWORK ZONE
WHENFLASHING
INCREASED PENALTIES
Temporary Impact Attenuator,
Type V,Test Level 3
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
TRUCKSENTERING
AND EXITING
REDUCESPEEDAHEAD
2,640'
780' Min
100'
50'
1,000'
500'
500'
990'
JANUARY 2019
ENDACTIVEWORKZONE
or
See Note 11
Maintenance and Protection of TrafficMobile Operation For Two Lanes
1. Close construction openings with temporary concrete barrier when not required for more than two weeks. This work is incidental to the MPT.
2. All lanes of traffic at Light Plant 1 location must be visible to flagger and unobstructed for a distance of 2,000 feet. Location subject to approval by Representative.
3. Station flagger with light plant illuminating the flagger 150 feet in advance of access points when truck crossing is active. Flagger shall be in constant communication with any vehicles using truck crossing. Equip flagger with PennDOT approved, like new, stop/slow paddle with entire "STOP" panel covered. Provide a platform as necessary to allow the flagger to view oncoming traffic.
4. PCMS is incidental to MPT.
5. Post G20-2 sign at the end of the final Work Zone.
6. Provide a light plant 2,000 feet in advance of flagger for truck crossings active during hours of darkness. Light plant shall illuminate travel lanes at this location, but shall not be directed at oncoming traffic.
Provide a blank 48" x 48" diamond orange sign mounted on Type III barricades 2,000 feet in advance of flagger for truck crossings active during hours of daylight. Sign is to face flagger and not be visible to oncoming traffic.
If a vehicle is between Light Plant 1 or blank sign and the crossing location, trucks are not permitted to cross the travel lanes.
7. Rock construction entrances shall be placed at both sides of the roadway as shown. Additional rock to maintain the rock construction entrances shall be stockpiled on site. Rock construction entrance not required if paved surface is present.
8. When truck crossing is not in use for 60 minutes, place channelizing devices as shown to completely close off the access points, cover MPT-36, G20-2, G20-5AP / R2-1, W21-19, and W21-20 turn off Type B light, and turn off PCMS.
9. Truck crossings to be active only during allowable working hours and during satisfactory weather conditions as determined by the Representative. Truck crossings are not permitted to be active during holiday periods.
PTS 905-13 - NotesOpening in Temporary Concrete Barrier with Truck Crossing
Median Widths Less Than 15 feet
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
W21-19G20-5AP/R2-1
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
G20-5AP/R2-1
MPT-36
HEAVYEQUIPMENTCROSSING
MPT-36
JANUARY 2019
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
W21-20or
ENDACTIVEWORKZONE
NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
PTS 905-13Opening in Temporary Concrete Barrier with Truck Crossing
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
JANUARY 2019
NOTES:See PTS 905-13 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
1,000'
500'
150'
500'
HEAVYEQUIPMENTCROSSING
Channelizing Devices to be movedas required for access (TYP)
Rock Construction entranceor paved surface
PCMS 1
Light Plant 2
Temporary Impact Attenuator,Type V, Test Level 3
Rock Construction entranceor paved surface
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
200'
ENDROAD WORK
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
CAUTIONTRUCKS
CROSSING
ENDACTIVEWORKZONE
or
500'
500'
500'
1,000'
200'
150'
12' TYP 12' TYP24' (Min) 24' (Min)
4" Temporary solid whiteedge line
Temporary Concrete Barrier
Light Plant 1See Notes 2 and 6
500'
PTS 905-14 - Notes3 Lane to 2 Lane Long Term Closure
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
1. For left lane work zone, use the same sign spacing, location, and pattern but with the signs and PCMS indicating a left lane closure.
2. Provide emergency pull-offs at a spacing of approximately 1 mile each direction through work zone when full right shoulder is not available.
3. Remove conflicting white line between the center lane and right lane for a right lane closure or the left lane and center lane for a left lane closure.
4. Taper 30:1 to outside edge of paved shoulder. From outside edge of paved shoulder, taper as per RC-57M.
5. Provide proper end treatment for barrier by tapering barrier and burying, tapering barrier and connecting to guide rail per PTS-135 or barrier, or tapering barrier and providing temporary impact attenuator.
6. From this point, provide G20-5AP / R2-1 signs to the right of traffic at 2 mile maximum intervals through the long-term lane closure pattern.
7. Erect the Active Work Zone When Flashing (W21-19) sign and active white Type B light when construction access areas are active. Sign shall be covered and light shall be deactivated when construction access is not in use for 60 minutes.
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
R22 1R22-1
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
W21-19
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
SPEEDLIMIT
XXR2-1
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
G20-5AP/R2-1
RIGHT LANE CLOSED
----
W20-5Ror
W20-5L
----AHEAD
W4-2R or W4-2L /
W16-103P
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
R2-1/SPEED
DISPLAY SIGN
JANUARY 2019
NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
Shoulder = Shoulder TransitionL = Buffer ZoneWZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED Shoulder L WZ R Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH5570
Rate FeetMile(s) Shoulder L WZ R30:130:1
4 (Max)4 (Max)
300300
N/AN/A
N/AN/A
N/AN/A
5050
Rate100:1100:1
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
PTS 905-143 Lane to 2 Lane Long Term Lane Closure
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
ENDROAD WORK
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
RIGHT LANE CLOSED1 MILE
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
SPEEDLIMIT
XX
RIGHT LANECLOSED1/2 MILE
1000 FTAHEAD
L
PCMS 1
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 2
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 3
Phase 1 Phase 2
250' Min1,000' Max
1,570'
3,710'
890'
890'
1,000'
500'
500'
500'
500'
500'
500'
500'
100'
100'
RIGHT LANE CLOSED2 MILES
R
WZ
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
MERGELEFT
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
1 1/2MILESAHEAD
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
MERGELEFT
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NOTES:See PTS 905-14 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
Temp W/4" or W/6"(on barrier)1/2 WZ
See Note 4
See Note 5
Arrow Panel
See Note 7
See Note 6
1/2 WZ
500' Min900' Max
2,640' Min5,280' Max
PTS 905-15 - NotesCrossover Traffic Pattern
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
L = S x WL = S x WL = Minimum desirable transition/shift length in feetW = Width of offset in feetS = Normal speed limit in miles per hourS = Work Zone speed limit in miles per hour
1
WZ
2
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
G20-5AP/R2-1
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
R22-1
SPEEDLIMIT
XXR2-1MPT-03
CROSSOVER
1500 FT
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
W21-19W1-4Rand
W1-4L
----AHEAD
W4-2R or W4-2L/
W16-103P
MPT-01
CROSSOVER500 FT
RIGHT LANE CLOSED
----
W20-5Rand
W20-5L
ROADCLOSED
R11-2
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
R2-1/SPEED
DISPLAY SIGN
WZ
JANUARY 2019
NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
L 1 = Transition 1L 2 = Transition 21/3 L = Shoulder TransitionBZ = Buffer Zone WZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED L 1 1/3 L1 BZ WZ R Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH5570
Feet Feet Feet FeetMile(s) L 11/3 L1 L 2 WZ R660840
220280
1,320 (Min) 4 (Max)4 (Max)
300300
5050
5050
5050
100100
50501,680 (Min)
100100
BZL 2
Feet660660
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
1. Provide sufficient Type III barricades to close off the entire road.
2. Provide proper end treatment for barrier, by tapering barrier and burying, tapering barrier and connect to guide rail per PTS-135 or barrier, or tapering barrier and provide temporary impact attenuator.
3. Use channelizing devices with PennDOT approved sequential warning lights in the transition areas for patterns used during hours of darkness.
4. Single lane should be established a minimum of 1,000 feet in advance of deceleration ramp or beyond acceleration ramp at interchanges and service plazas.
5. For interchanges and service plaza ramp signing within work zone, see PTS 905-6.
6. From this point, provide G20-5AP/ R2-1 signs to the right of traffic at 2 mile maximum intervals through the crossover traffic pattern.
7. Erect the Active Work Zone When Flashing (W21-19) sign and activate white Type B light when construction access areas are active. Sign shall be covered and light shall be deactivated when construction access is not used for 60 minutes.
8. Compute the minimum desirable transition / shift length for reduction in lanes using the following formula:
PTS 905-15Crossover Traffic Pattern Detail (Drawing 1 of 3)
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
JANUARY 2019See PTS 905-15 Drawing 2 of 3and 3 of 3 for signing layout.
NOTES:See PTS 905-15 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
W/4"
See Note 2
100'
100'
L1
1/3 L1
Remove conflictingpavment markings
Y/4"
See Note 1
W/4"
Remove conflictingpavement markings
Remove conflictingpavement markingsand median barrier
BZ
WZ
R
L1
BZ
Remove conflictingpavement markingsand median barrier
See Note 2
L2
Y/4" or Y/6"(on barrier)
W/4"
L2
PCMS 4
CROSSOVER
PCMS 5
CROSSOVER
Arrow Panel
Arrow Panel
Temporary Impact Attenuator, Type V,Test Level 3
PTS 905-15Crossover Traffic Pattern Detail (Drawing 2 of 3)
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
ROADCLOSED
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
CROSSOVER
1500 FT
CROSSOVER500 FT
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
ENDROAD WORK
SPEEDLIMIT
XX
RIGHT LANECLOSED1/2 MILE
1000 FTAHEAD
Remove Conflicting pavement markingsand median barrier
Remove Conflictingpavement markings
500'
PCMS 4
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 3
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 2
1,570'
1,000'
500'
500'
500'
1,000'
250' Min1,000' Max
Place at midpointof physical work zone
RIGHT LANECLOSED1 MILE
RIGHT LANECLOSED2 MILES
Y/4" or Y/6"(on barrier)
W/4"
SEE PTS 905-15 (Drawing 3 of 3)
250'
500'
500'
890'
890'
3,710
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55xx
YOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
CROSSOVER
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
MERGELEFT
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
MERGELEFT
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
1 1/2MILESAHEAD
250'
100'
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NOTES:See PTS 905-15 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
500'
2,640' Min5,280' Max
See Note 2
500' Min900' Max
See Note 6
Arrow Panel
See Note 1See Note 7
PTS 905-15Crossover Traffic Pattern Detail (Drawing 3 of 3)
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
CROSSOVER500 FT
CROSSOVER
1500 FT
SPEEDLIMIT
XXEND
ROAD WORK
LEFT LANECLOSED2 MILES
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
LEFT LANECLOSED1/2 MILE
1000 FTAHEAD
SEE PTS 905-15 (Drawing 3 of 3)
Remove conflictingpavement markingsand median barrier
See Note 2
Remove Conflictingpavement markings
Arrow Panel
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 8
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 6 (See Note 7)
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 7
1,000'
500'
500'
500'
500'
500'
2,640' Min5,280' Max
PCMS 5500' Min900' Max
LEFT LANECLOSED1 MILE
See Note 6
W/4"
Y/4" or Y/6"(on barrier)
W/4"
250' Min1,000' Max
1,570'
3,710'
890'
890'
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
LEFTLANE
CLOSED
1 1/2 MILESAHEAD
LEFTLANE
CLOSED
MERGERIGHT
LEFTLANE
CLOSED
MERGERIGHT
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WORKZONE
CROSSOVER
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NOTES:See PTS 905-15 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
1,000'
250'
250'
500'
500'
W/4"
Y/4"
1. Provide sufficient Type III barricades to close off the entire road.
2. Use existing "DO NOT CROSS CENTER LINE" sign and existing traffic control signal at portal.
3. Westbound approach to Allegheny Tunnel requires left or right and center lane closure as indicated on PTS 905-5.
4. Use channelizing devices with PennDOT approved sequential warning lights in the transition areas for patterns used during hours of darkness.
5. Cover the Active Work Zone when Flashing (W21-19) sign and deactivate white Type B light when workers are not present on the roadway, berm, or shoulder for 60 minutes.
PTS 905-16 - Notes Tunnel Crossover Pattern
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
CROSSOVER500 FT
MPT-01
NOPASSING
ZONEAHEAD
R4-1A
DONOTPASS
R4-1
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
W21-19W6-3
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
RIGHT LANECLOSED
----
W20-5Rand
W20-5L
SPEEDLIMIT
40
WORKZONE
G20-5AP/R2-1
W1-4Rand
W1-4L
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
R22-1
ROADCLOSED
R11-2
SPEEDLIMIT
XXR2-1
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
40
R2-1/SPEED
DISPLAY SIGN
40SPEEDLIMIT
W3-5
----AHEAD
W4-2R or W4-2L/
W16-103P
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
L = Transition1/3L = Shoulder TransitionBZ = Buffer ZoneR = Runout
SPEED L 1/3 L BZ R Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH55
Feet Feet Feet Feet L 1/3 L BZ R660 220 1,320 (Min) 300 50 50 100 50
Signs
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
PTS 905-16 Tunnel Crossover Pattern
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
TRAFFIC CONTROL BETWEENBLUE MOUNTAIN AND KITTATINNY TUNNELS
LAN
ES
CLO
SED
TO
TR
AFF
IC
DONOTPASS
DONOTPASS
Tubular markers50' apart
200'
50'
200'
50'
Tunnel Portal
Tunnel Portal
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PTS 905-16Tunnel Crossover Pattern (Drawing 1 of 2)
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
ROADCLOSED
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
1000FEET
NOPASSING
ZONEAHEAD
ENDROAD WORK
SPEEDLIMIT
XX
500'
500'
500'
3,710'
1,570'250' Min
1,000' Max
280'
50'10'
500'
500'
100'
TUNNEL PORTAL
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
DONOTPASS
DONOTPASS
CROSSOVER500 FT
Arrow Panel
Phase 1
Phase 2
250'
250'
1/3L
L
BZ
50'
Tubularmarker 50' apart
150'
Channelizing devices 50' apart
R
PCMS 1
PCMS 4
PCMS 2 & 3
See Note 1
PCMS 3
Phase 1
Phase 2
PCMS 1
LAN
ES C
LOSE
D T
O T
RAF
FIC
See Note 5
PCMS 2 40SPEEDLIMIT
1,000'
500'
500'
780'
RIGHT LANECLOSED2 MILES
500'
RIGHT LANECLOSED1/2 MILE
RIGHT LANECLOSED1 MILE
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
40
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
40
SPEEDLIMIT
40
WORKZONE
1 1/2MILESAHEAD
SPEEDLIMIT
40
WORKZONE
MERGELEFT
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
CROSSOVER
SPEEDLIMIT
40
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
40
WORKZONE
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NOTES:See PTS 905-16 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
2,640' Min5,280' Max
500' Min900' Max
500'
500'
500'
500'
500'
10'
BZ
Varies channelizing devices 50' apart
Varies tubularmarkers 50' apart
100'
50'150'
TUNNEL PORTAL
PTS 905-16Tunnel Crossover Pattern (Drawing 2 of 2)
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
500'
500'
250' Min1,000' Max
LAN
ES
CLO
SED
TO
TR
AFFI
C
WACTIVE
WORK ZONEWHEN
FLASHINGINCREASED PENALTIES
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
DONOTPASS
L
1,570'
3,710'
1000FEET
NOPASSING
ZONEAHEAD
SPEEDLIMIT
XXEND
ROAD WORK
CROSSOVER500 FTDO
NOTPASS
Arrow Panel
500' Min900' Max
2,640' Min5,280' Max
See Note 5
R
PCMS 6
40SPEEDLIMIT
500'
500'
1,000'
PCMS 8
PCMS 7
500'
LEFT LANECLOSED1 MILE
LEFT LANECLOSED1/2 MILE
LEFT LANECLOSED2 MILES
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
40
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
40
SPEEDLIMIT
40
WORKZONE
SPEEDLIMIT
40
WORKZONE
Phase 1
Phase 2
PCMS 6 & 7
Phase 1
Phase 2
PCMS 8
1 1/2MILESAHEAD
MERGERIGHT
LEFTLANE
CLOSED
LEFTLANE
CLOSED
SPEEDLIMIT
40
WORKZONE
50'
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PCMS 5
CROSSOVER
NOTES:See PTS 905-16 - Notes for applicable notes to this drawing
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Standards for Short-TermMedian Widths Greater Than
or Equal to 15 Feet (PTS 910 Series)
1. Remove all traffic control signs and devices immediately upon the completion of the work unless otherwise specified in the special provisions.
2. Place all traffic control devices and have them inspected by the Representative before work begins.
3. Cover or remove from the site all signs not in use. Remove from the Turnpike right-of-way construction signs not needed or used for a period of two (2) or more weeks.
4. Maintain a minimum spacing of 200 feet between all regulatory, warning and destination signs.
5. Provide at minimum a 40 feet width beyond the edge of the travel lane free of obstacles and drop-offs greater than 2 inches in depth in work zone(s) during non-working hours or separate work zone(s) from motorists with temporary concrete barrier. Separation of work zone(s) is incidental to the MPT.
6. Details for the signs and devices can be found in these drawings, PennDOT Publication 236, PennDOT Publication 212 and are to be manufactured by a Department of Transportation approved manufacturer as listed in PennDOT Publication 35.
7. Use PennDOT approved Type XI reflectorized material for signs. Do not use metal or wood signs in median.
8. These plans are not intended to relieve the contractor of the responsibility for the protection of the public and the construction personnel. The standards prescribed are minimum and additional protection may be needed if problems are encountered during the term of the contract. The contractor will be expected to constantly review this plan for adequacy and to recommend changes for the Representative's approval when inadequacies are discovered.
9. Signs and devices may be adjusted to fit field conditions.
10. Concrete barrier details are to be according to PennDOT Standards for Roadway Construction, RC-57M, RC-59M, and PTC Standards for Roadway Construction.
11. Establish work zone speed limit of 55 MPH in all construction zones.
Establish work zone speed limit of 55 MPH when a pavement differential exists between any of the lanes.
Normal posted speed limit signs within 2 mile advanced signing area for work zones are to remain uncovered.
Cover or remove work zone speed limit signs when all normal lanes and all normal median and shoulder are available for the affected direction(s).
12. Vehicles, equipment, material, and workers are not to be located in the buffer zone.
13. Post the G20-2 (END ROAD WORK) sign at the end of the work zone. If the physical work zone is followed by another physical work zone within 2 miles, then the G20-2 sign is not to be used at the end of the first work zone.
14. Type B light is to be mounted on the side closest to traffic as shown on PTS 980 (Sheet 30 of 32).
15. Existing R2-2-2, "WORK ZONE SPEED LIMIT 55 MPH', signs may only be used for the remainder of their serviceable life.
16. Type B yellow flashing lights may be used in conjunction with warning signs unless otherwise indicated on the drawings.
17. Channelizing devices may be temporarily relocated to the minimum offset to allow for work to be performed, as directed by the Representative. The channelizing devices must remain between traffic and the work zone. Relocate channelizing devices to original position as work progresses.
18. Install, reset, relocate, and remove any permanent and / or temporary concrete barrier so that no blunt end of the barrier is exposed to oncoming traffic.
19. Except for MPT-09, MPT-10, MPT-11, and R22-1 signs, all other signs may be mounted on PennDOT approved portable supports, x-frame, with a minimum height of 1 foot from the pavement surface to the bottom of the signs. Portable supports and signs must be removed from the roadway during non-working hours.
20. Median width is defined as the distance between the yellow edge lines for the opposing travel lanes. Refer to PTS 915 details for narrow median areas less than 15 feet in width.
21. If work zone, including advance signing area, includes median widths of both less than 15 feet and greater than 15 feet, follow PTS 915 details for entire work zone.
PTS 910-1 - NotesGeneral Notes
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
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PTS 910-2 - NotesMobile Operation For 2 Lanes
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
1. This figure applies where the operation moves intermittently or continuously at an average speed of more than 1 MPH (88 FT./MIN.). The operator is to be the only occupant of Shadow Vehicle No. 2. When the operation moves intermittently, the maximum time of stationary work is 15 minutes. If these conditions cannot be met, use a Single Lane Traffic Pattern as shown on PTS 910-4.
2. A 7,000 lb GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) or larger pickup truck loaded to weigh a minimum of 5,500 lbs may be used as Shadow Vehicle No. 1 .
3. Position Shadow Vehicle No. 1 so that it is visible from behind for a minimum distance of 700 feet.
4. Have all shadow vehicles meet PennDOT and PTC requirements.
5. All arrow panels and PCMS are to be truck mounted.
6. The spacing between the work vehicles and the shadow vehicles, and between each shadow vehicle should be minimized to deter road users from driving in between, based on field conditions.
7. Shadow Vehicle No. 1 may be located on the median shoulder where the median width is a minimum of 12 feet.
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PTS 910-2AMobile Operation for 2 Lanes - Right Lane and Shoulder Work Zone
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
Work Vehicle(s)
PCMS 1 Shadow Vehicle No. 1
Phase 1 Phase 2
250' Min - 350' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 3
300' Min - 1,000' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 2
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
MERGELEFT
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NOTES:See PTS 910-2 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
PTS 910-2BMobile Operation for 2 Lanes - Left Lane and Part Median Work Zone
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
Work Vehicle(s)
PCMS 1 Shadow Vehicle No. 1
(See Note 7)
Phase 1 Phase 2
Shadow Vehicle No. 3
300' Min - 1,000' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 2
LEFTLANE
CLOSED
MERGERIGHT
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1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
250' Min - 350' Max
NOTES:See PTS 910-2 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
1. This figure applies where the operation moves intermittently or continuously at an average speed of more than 1 MPH (88 FT./MIN.). The operator is to be the only occupant of Shadow Vehicles No. 3 and 6. When the operation moves intermittently, the maximum time of stationary work is 15 minutes. If these conditions cannot be met, use a Single Lane Traffic Pattern as shown on PTS 910-4.
2. A 7,000 lb GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) or larger pickup truck loaded to weigh a minimum of 5,500 lbs may be used as Shadow Vehicles No. 1 and 2.
3. Position Shadow Vehicle No. 1 so that it is visible from behind for a minimum distance of 700 feet.
4. Have all shadow vehicles meet PennDOT and PTC requirements.
5. All arrow panels and PCMS are to be truck mounted.
6. The spacing between the work vehicles and the shadow vehicles, and between each shadow vehicle should be minimized to deter road users from driving in between, based on field conditions.
7. Shadow Vehicles No. 1 and 2 may be located on the median shoulder where the median shoulder width is a minimum of 12 feet.
PTS 910-3 - NotesMobile Operation for 3 Lanes
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
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PTS 910-3AMobile Operation for 3 Lanes - Right and Center Lane Work Zone
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
Work Vehicle(s)
250' Min - 350' Max
300' Min - 500' Max
250' Min - 500' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
PCMS 1 Shadow Vehicle No. 1
Phase 1 Phase 2
Shadow Vehicle No. 7
Shadow Vehicle No. 6
Shadow Vehicle No. 4
Shadow Vehicle No. 3
PCMS 2 Shadow Vehicle No. 2
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 3Shadow Vehicle No. 5
Phase 1 Phase 2RIGHT
2 LANESCLOSED
MERGELEFT
ROADWORKAHEAD
RIGHT2 LANESCLOSED
RIGHT2 LANESCLOSED
MERGELEFT
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NOTES:See PTS 910-3 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
PTS 910-3BMobile Operation for 3 Lanes - Left and Center Lane Work Zone
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
Work Vehicle(s)
300' Min - 500' Max
250' Min - 500' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
PCMS 1 Shadow Vehicle No. 1
(See Note 7)
Phase 1 Phase 2
Shadow Vehicle No. 7
Shadow Vehicle No. 6
Shadow Vehicle No. 4
Shadow Vehicle No. 3
PCMS 2Shadow Vehicle No. 2
(See Note 7)
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 3 Shadow Vehicle No. 5
Phase 1 Phase 2LEFT
2 LANESCLOSED
MERGERIGHT
ROADWORKAHEAD
LEFT2 LANESCLOSED
LEFT2 LANESCLOSED
MERGERIGHT
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250' Min - 350' Max
NOTES:See PTS 910-3 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
PTS 910-4 - NotesSingle Lane Traffic Pattern
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet 1. This pattern is to be used for short-term operations which occupy a location for less than 12 hours for three (3) or less consecutive days.
2. For interchange and service plaza ramp signing within the work zone, see PTS 910-6.
3. For left lane work zone use the same sign spacing, location, and pattern but with the signs and PCMS indicating a left lane closure.
4. Use channelizing devices with PennDOT approved sequential warning lights in the transition areas for patterns used during hours of darkness.
5. Establish single lane traffic pattern only during active work periods. Shorten length of single lane pattern to only the length needed for the construction operation. Work zone should not exceed three (3) miles in length, unless approved by the Representative.
6. Single lane should be established a minimum of 1000 feet in advance of deceleration ramp or beyond acceleration ramp at interchanges and service plazas, or as directed by the Representative.
7. Install W3-5 sign only in areas where the normal speed limit is 70 MPH.
8. Speed Display Sign shall only be used if the length of the physical work zone is greater the or equal to 500 feet.
9. Speed Display Sign not required for PTC Maintenance Operations.
10. During high traffic volume periods and as directed by the Representative, change the message on PCMS 1 to read: Phase 1 "RIGHT / LANE / CLOSED", Phase 2 "USE / BOTH / LANES".
11. Existing W20-5R / W20-5L signs may only be used for remainder or their servicable life.
12. Compute the minimum desirable taper length for reduction in lanes using the following formula:L= S x WWhere L = Minimum desirable taper length in feet
W = Width of offset in feetS = Normal speed limit in miles per hour
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R2-1
55SPEEDLIMIT
W3-5
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2 W4-2Ror
W4-2L
W20-5Ror
W20-5L
RIGHT LANECLOSED
----xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
R2-1/SPEED
DISPLAY SIGN
NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
L = Transition1/3L = Shoulder TransitionBZ = Buffer ZoneWZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED L 1/3 L BZ WZ R Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH5570
Feet Feet Feet FeetMile (s) L 1/3 L BZ WZ R660840
220280
500 (Min) 3 (Max)3 (Max)
300300
5050
5050
100100
100100
5050750 (Min)
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
SPEEDLIMIT
55
PTS 910-4Single Lane Traffic Pattern
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
500'
1/3 L
ENDROAD WORK
55SPEEDLIMIT
RIGHT LANECLOSED1 MILE
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1
RIGHT LANECLOSED1/2 MILE
5,280'
660'
660'
1,460'
500'
1,000'
500'
L
BZ
WZ
R
500'
1/2 WZ
1/2 WZ
500' Min900' Max
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
2 MILESAHEAD
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NOTES:See PTS 910-4 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
2,640' Min5,280' Max
See Note 8 and 9
See Note 9
See Note 9
Arrow Panel
See Note 6
SPEEDLIMIT
55
SPEEDLIMIT
55
SPEEDLIMIT
55
PTS 910-5 - NotesSingle Lane Traffic Pattern for 3 Lane Section
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
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R2-1
55SPEEDLIMIT
W3-5 W20-5ARor
W20-5AL
RIGHTTWO LANES
CLOSED----
W4-2Ror
W4-2L
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
R2-1/SPEED
DISPLAY SIGN
NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
L = Transition1/3 L = Shoulder TransitionBZ 1 = Buffer Zone 1BZ 2 = Buffer Zone 2WZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED L 1/3 L BZ 1 WZ R Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH5570
Feet Feet Feet FeetMile (s) L 1/3 L BZ 1 WZ R660840
220280
1,320 (Min) 3 (Max)3 (Max)
600600
5050
5050
100100
100100
5050
BZ 2Feet
500 (Min)750 (Max)1,680 (Min)
100100
BZ 2
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
1. This pattern is to be used for short term operations which occupy a location for less than 12 hours for three (3) or less consecutive days.
2. For interchange and service plaza ramp signing within the work zone, see PTS 910-6.
3. For left and center lane work zone, use the same spacing, location, and pattern but with the signs and PCMS indicating a left and center lane closure.
4. Use channelizing devices with PennDOT approved sequential warning lights in the transition areas for patterns used during hours of darkness.
5. Establish single lane pattern only during active work periods. Shorten length of single lane pattern to only the length needed for the construction operation. Work zone should not exceed three (3) miles in length, unless approved by the Representative.
6. Single lane should be established a minimum of 1,000 feet in advance of deceleration ramp or beyond acceleration ramp at interchanges and service plazas, or as directed by the Representative.
7. Install W3-5 sign only in areas where the normal speed limit is 70 MPH.
8. Speed Display Sign shall only be used if the length of the physical work zone is greater the or equal to 500 feet.
9. Speed Display Sign not required for PTC Maintenance Operations.
10. During high traffic volume periods and as directed by the Representative, change the message on PCMS 1 to read: Phase 1 "RIGHT / LANE / CLOSED", Phase 2 "USE / BOTH / LANES".
11. Existing W20-5AR / W20-5AL signs may only be used for remainder of their serviceable life.
12. Compute the minimum desirable taper length for reduction in lanes using the following formula:L= S x WWhere L = Minimum desirable taper length in feet
W = Width of offset in feetS = Normal speed limit in miles per hour
SPEEDLIMIT
55
PTS 910-5Single Lane Traffic Pattern for 3 Lane Section
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
ENDROAD WORK
55SPEEDLIMIT
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1
RIGHTTWO LANES
CLOSED1 MILE
RIGHTTWO LANES
CLOSED1/2 MILE
5,280'
660'
660'
1,460'
500'
1,000'
L
BZ 1
L
WZ
R
500'
500'
1,000'
1/3 L
500'
1/2 WZ
1/2 WZ
500' Min900' Max
2,640' Min5,280' Max
See Note 6
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
2 MILESAHEAD
RIGHT2 LANESCLOSED
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NOTES:See PTS 910-5 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
BZ 2
1/2 WZ
1/2 WZ
2,640' Min5,280' Max
See Note 6
Arrow Panel
Arrow Panel
See Notes 8and 9
See Note 9
See Note 9
SPEEDLIMIT
55
SPEEDLIMIT
55
SPEEDLIMIT
55
PTS 910-6 - NotesLane Closure Traffic Pattern for Interchange and Service Plaza Areas
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
1. Single lane should be established a minimum of 1,000 feet in advance of deceleration ramp or beyond acceleration ramp, or as directed by the Representative.
2. MPT-05 and MPT-06 signs:A. Use for interchange ramp only.B. Cover or remove from the site when not in use.
3. MPT-07 and MPT-08 signs:A. Use for service plaza ramp only.B. Cover or remove from the site when not in use.
4. Existing MPT-07 and MPT-08 signs may only be used for remainder of their serviceable life.
5. Red and yellow Type B lights to be used during hours of darkness.
6. Channelizing devices spaced at 100 feet except where noted.
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EXITNEXTRIGHT
MPT-05
EXIT
MPT-06 MPT-07
NEXT RIGHT
MPT-08
W3-2W3-2R1-2
ROADWORKAHEAD
W20-1W3-2W3-1R1-1-3R1-1-3
STOPRAMP
R1-1-2/R1-1
STOPRAMP
R1-1-2/R1-1
YIELD
NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
R2-1
SPEEDLIMIT
55
PTS 910-6Lane Closure Traffic Pattern for Interchange and Service Plaza Areas
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
NOTES:See PTS 910-6 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
EXIT
STOP
EXITNEXTRIGHT
Channelizing devices spaced at 50'
200'
or
or200'
500'200'
RAMP
ROADWORKAHEAD
NEXT RIGHT
ROADWORKAHEAD
STOPRAMP
or
YIELD
Channelizing devices spaced at 50'
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SPEEDLIMIT
55
SPEEDLIMIT
55
PTS 910-7 - NotesMobile Shoulder Operations
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
MPT-34MPT-34
SHOULDERCLOSED
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
1. All arrow panels and PCMS are to be truck mounted.
2. Have all shadow vehicles meet PennDOT and PTC requirements.
3. This figure applies where the operation moves intermittently or continuously at an average speed of more than 1 MPH (88 FT./MIN.). The operator is to be the only occupant of Shadow Vehicle No. 2. When the operation moves intermittently, the maximum time of stationary work is 15 minutes. If these conditions cannot be met, either use a Stationary Shoulder Closure with Channelizing Devices as shown on PTS 910-7 or use a Single Lane Traffic Pattern as shown on PTS 910-4.
4. Mobile shoulder operations may be used on the median shoulder where the median shoulder width is a minimum of 12 feet.
5. A 7,000 lb GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) or larger pickup truck loaded to weigh a minimum of 5,500 lbs may be used as Shadow Vehicle No. 1.
6. Position Shadow Vehicle No. 1 so that it is visible from behind for a minimum distance of 700 feet.
7. Shoulder Closed Sign (MPT-34) not required for PTC Maintenance Operations.
1,000' Min1 Mile Max
250'
Work Vehicle(s)
PTS 910-7Mobile Shoulder Operations
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
SHOULDERCLOSED
Phase 1 Phase 2SHOULDER
CLOSEDAHEAD
USECAUTION
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NOTES:See PTS 910-7 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
Shadow Vehicle No. 2
or
See Note 7
PCMS 1Shadow Vehicle No. 1
See Note 6
PTS 910-8 - NotesStationary Shoulder Closure with Channelizing Devices
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
1. Arrow panel in caution mode to be used when vehicles, equipment, materials, or workers are working on the paved shoulder. Channelizing devices to remain in place until work is completed. Maintain normal traffic.
2. For median operations where the median shoulder is less than 12 feet wide, use Single Lane Traffic Pattern, per PTS 910-4, left lane closed. Single lane traffic pattern to remain in place until work is completed.
3. For left shoulder work zone in wide median areas use the same sign spacing, location, and pattern but with the signs indicating a left shoulder closure. Install signs in the median and right shoulder.
4. This pattern is to be used for short-term operations which occupy a location for less than 12 hours for three (3) or less consecutive days.
5. Install W3-5 sign only in areas where the normal speed limit is 70 MPH.
6. All arrow panels are to be truck mounted.
7. Have all shadow vehicles meet PennDOT and PTC requirements.
W20-1
ROADWORKAHEADEND
ROAD WORK
G20-2
55SPEEDLIMIT
W3-5
RIGHTSHOULDER
CLOSED----
W21-5BRor
W21-5BL
R2-1
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
1/3L = Shoulder TransitionBZ = Buffer ZoneWZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED 1/3 L BZ WZ R Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH5570
Feet Feet FeetMile (s) 1/3 L BZ WZ R220280
500 3 (Max)3 (Max)
100100
5050
100100
100100
5050750
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
SPEEDLIMIT
55
PTS 910-8 Stationary Shoulder Closure with Channelizing Devices
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
55SPEEDLIMIT
ENDROAD WORK
RIGHTSHOULDER
CLOSED1000 FT
ROADWORKAHEAD
WZ
BZ
2,000'
500'
1,500'
1,000'
1/3L
500'
Varies withChannelizing Devices
50' Apart
R
SPEEDLIMIT
XX500'
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NOTES:See PTS 910-8 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
See Note 5
Shadow Vehicle No. 1
or
SPEEDLIMIT
55
PTS 910-9 - Notes Survey Work Along Shoulder
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
1. Vehicles, equipment, material and workers are not to be located in the buffer zone.
2. The figure applies when the survey work is a minimum of 15 minutes.
3. The survey work on shoulder operation may be used on the median shoulder where the median shoulder width is a minimum of 12 feet.
4. For any survey operation where workers are within two (2) feet of any travel lane, use Single Lane Traffic Pattern per PTS 910-4 if median is greater than or equal to 15 feet in width, or PTS 915-4 if median is less than 15 feet in width. Single lane traffic pattern to remain in place until all work within two (2) feet of the travel lanes is complete. Single lane traffic pattern only permitted during provided allowable working hours.
5. This pattern to be used for short-term operations which occupy a location for less than 12 hours for three (3) or less consecutive days.
6. Signs shall be mounted on PennDOT approved portable sign supports, X-frame, with a minimum height of 1 foot from the pavement surface to the bottom of the signs. Portable supports and signs must be removed from the roadway during non-working hours.
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
SURVEY CREW
W21-6G20-2 W21-6
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
PTS 910-9Survey Work Along Shoulder
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
500'
WZ250' Min
1,750' Max
BZ250'
1,000' Min2,500' Max
SURVEY CREW
ENDROAD WORK
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NOTES:See PTS 910-9 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
PTS 910-10 - Notes Utility Work Along Shoulder
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
1. Vehicles, equipment, material and workers are not to be located in the buffer zone.
2. The utility work on shoulder operation may be used on the median shoulder where the median shoulder width is a minimum of 12 feet.
3. Arrow panel in caution mode to be used when vehicles, equipment, material or workers are working on the paved shoulder. PennDOT approved 28" traffic cones to remain in place until work is complete. Maintain normal traffic.
4. For any utility operation where the physical work zone is on the paved shoulder, use Stationary Shoulder Closure with Channelizing Devices per PTS 910-8, if median is greater than or equal to 15 feet in width, PTS 915-8 if median width is less than 15 feet in width. Stationary Shoulder Closure with Channelizing Devices to remain in place until physical work on the paved shoulder is complete. Stationary shoulder closure with channelizing devices only permitted during provided allowable working hours.
5. This pattern to be used for short-term operations which occupy a location for less than 12 hours for three (3) or less consecutive days.
6. All arrow panels are to be truck mounted.
7. Have all shadow vehicles meet PennDOT and PTC requirements.
8. Signs shall be mounted on PennDOT approved portable sign supports, X-frame, with a minimum height of 1 foot from the pavement surface to the bottom of the signs. Portable supports and signs must be removed from the roadway during non-working hours.
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
UTILITYWORKAHEAD
W21-7G20-2 W21-7
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
PTS 910-10Utility Work Along Shoulder
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
1,000' Min2,500' max
BZ250'
5' (TYP)
WZ
500'
UTILITYWORKAHEAD
ENDROAD WORK
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NOTES:See PTS 910-10 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
Shadow Vehicle No. 1
1. This figure applies where the operation moves intermittently or continuously at an average speed of more than 1 MPH (88 FT./MIN.). The operator is to be the only occupant of Shadow Vehicle No. 3. When the operation moves intermittently, the maximum time of stationary work is 15 minutes. If these conditions cannot be met, use a Single Lane Traffic Pattern as shown on PTS 910-4.
2. A 7,000 lb GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) or larger pickup truck and loaded to weigh a minimum of 5,500 lbs may be used as Shadow Vehicle No. 1 and 2.
3. Position Shadow Vehicle No. 1 so that it is visible from behind for a minimum distance of 700 feet.
4. Have all shadow vehicles meet PennDOT and PTC requirements.
5. All arrow panels and PCMS are to be truck mounted.
6. The spacing between the work vehicles and the shadow vehicles, and between each shadow vehicle should be minimized to deter road users from driving in between, based on field conditions.
7. Shadow Vehicles No. 1 and 2 may be located on the median shoulder where the median shoulder width is a minimum of 12 feet.
8. Shadow Vehicles No. 3, No. 4 and No. 5 must be a single axle or tandem axle dump truck or a stake body truck. Light duty dump and light duty stake bodies are not permitted to be used as Shadow Vehicles No. 3, No. 4, and No. 5.
9. Paint Foreman's vehicle may be located:A. In front of the supply vehicle, orB. Behind the supply vehicle, orC. As a temporary replacement for Shadow Vehicle No. 2.
10. State Police vehicle may be located:A. In front of Shadow Vehicle No. 4, orB. Behind Shadow Vehicle No. 4.
11. All vehicles, with exception of State Police vehicle, are to have an activated amber warning light.
PTS 910-11 - Notes Traffic Line Painting Operation
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
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PTS 910-11A Traffic Line Painting Operation - Right Lane
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
Line Painting Machine
250' Min - 350' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 3
1,000' Min - 2,500' MaxPhase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1Shadow Vehicle No. 1
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 2Shadow Vehicle No. 2
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 4
Shadow Vehicle No. 5
Supply Vehicle
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
MERGELEFT
WETPAINT
USECAUTION
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NOTES:See PTS 910-11 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
PTS 910-11B Traffic Line Painting Operation - Left Lane
Median Widths Greater Than or Equal to 15 Feet
Line Painting Machine
250' Min - 350' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 3
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1Shadow Vehicle No. 1
See Note 7
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 2Shadow Vehicle No. 2
See Note 7
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 4
Shadow Vehicle No. 5
Supply Vehicle
LEFTLANE
CLOSED
MERGERIGHT
WETPAINT
USECAUTION
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NOTES:See PTS 910-11 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
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Standards for Short-Term Median Widths Less
Than 15 Feet(PTS 915 Series)
PTS 915-1 - NotesGeneral Notes
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet 1. Remove all traffic control signs and devices immediately upon the completion of the work unless otherwise specified in the special provisions.
2. Place all traffic control devices and have them inspected by the Representative before work begins.
3. Cover or remove from the site all signs not in use. Remove from the Turnpike right-of-way construction signs not needed or used for a period of two (2) or more weeks.
4. Maintain a minimum spacing of 200 feet between all regulatory, warning and destination signs.
5. Provide at minimum a 40 feet width beyond the edge of the travel lane free of obstacles and drop-offs greater than 2 inches in depth in work zone(s) during non-working hours or separate work zone(s) from motorists with temporary concrete barrier. Separation of work zone(s) is incidental to the MPT.
6. Details for the signs and devices can be found in these drawings, PennDOT Publication 236, PennDOT Publication 212 and are to be manufactured by a Department of Transportation approved manufacturer as listed in PennDOT Publication 35.
7. Use PennDOT approved Type XI reflectorized material for signs.
8. These plans are not intended to relieve the contractor of the responsibility for the protection of the public and the construction personnel. The standards prescribed are minimum and additional protection may be needed if problems are encountered during the term of the contract. The contractor will be expected to constantly review this plan for adequacy and to recommend changes for the Representative's approval when inadequacies are discovered.
9. Signs and devices may be adjusted to fit field conditions.
10. Concrete barrier details are to be according to PennDOT Standards for Roadway Construction, RC-57M, RC-59M, and PTC Standards for Roadway Construction.
11. Establish work zone speed limit of 55 MPH in all construction zones except when using tunnel crossover traffic pattern established work zone speed limit of 40 MPH.
Establish work zone speed limit of 55 MPH when a pavement differential exists between any of the lanes.
Normal posted speed limit signs within 2 mile advanced signing area for work zones are to remain uncovered.
Cover or remove work zone speed limit signs when all normal lanes and all normal median and shoulderare available for the affected direction(s).
12. Vehicles, equipment, material, and workers are not to be located in the buffer zone.
13. Post the G20-2 (END ROAD WORK) sign at the end of the work zone. If the physical work zone is followed by another physical work zone within 2 miles, then the G20-2 sign is not to be used at the end of the first work zone.
14. Type B light is to be mounted on the side closest to traffic as shown on PTS 980 (Sheet 30 of 32).
15. Existing R2-2-2, "WORK ZONE SPEED LIMIT 55 MPH", signs may only be used for the remainder of their serviceable life.
16. Type B yellow flashing lights may be used in conjunction with warning signs, unless otherwise indicated on the drawing.
17. Channelizing devices may be temporarily relocated to the minimum offset to allow for work to be performed, as directed by the Representative. The channelizing devices must remain between traffic and the work zone. Relocate channelizing devices to original position as work progresses.
18. Install, reset, relocate, and remove any permanent and / or temporary concrete barrier so that no blunt end of the barrier is exposed to oncoming traffic.
19. Except for MPT-09, MPT-10, MPT-11, and R22-1 signs, all other signs may be mounted on PennDOT approved portable supports, x-frame, with a minimum height of 1 foot from the pavement surface to the bottom of the signs. Portable supports and signs must be removed from the roadway during non-working hours.
20. Use only for short-term operations which occupy a location for less than 12 hours for three (3) or less consecutive days.
21. Use only for narrow medians less than 15 feet in width. Do not used median signs. Median width is defined as the distance between the yellow edge lines for the opposing travel lanes. Refer to PTS 910 details for median areas greater than or equal to 15 feet in width.
22. If work zone, including advance signing area, includes median widths of both less than 15 feet and greater than 15 feet, follow PTS 915 details for entire work zone.
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PTS 915-2 - NotesMobile Operation For 2 Lanes
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
1. This figure applies where the operation moves intermittently or continuously at an average speed of more than 1 MPH (88 FT./MIN.). The operator is to be the only occupant of Shadow Vehicle No. 2. When the operation moves intermittently, the maximum time of stationary work is 15 minutes. If these conditions cannot be met, use a Single Lane Traffic Pattern as shown on PTS 915-4.
2. A 7,000 lb GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) or larger pickup truck loaded to weigh a minimum of 5,500 lbs may be used as Shadow Vehicle No. 1 .
3. Position Shadow Vehicle No. 1 so that it is visible from behind for a minimum distance of 700 feet.
4. Have all shadow vehicles meet PennDOT and PTC requirements.
5. All arrow panels and PCMS are to be truck mounted.
6. The spacing between the work vehicles and the shadow vehicles, and between each shadow vehicle should be minimized to deter road users from driving in between, based on field conditions.
7. Shadow Vehicle No. 1 may be located on the median shoulder where the median width is a minimum of 12 feet.
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PTS 915-2AMobile Operation for 2 Lanes - Right Lane and Shoulder Work Zone
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
Work Vehicle(s)
PCMS 1Shadow Vehicle No. 1
Phase 1 Phase 2
Shadow Vehicle No. 3
300' Min - 1,000' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 2
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
MERGELEFT
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1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
250' Min - 350' Max
NOTES:See PTS 915-2 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
PTS 915-2BMobile Operation for 2 Lanes - Left Lane and Median Work Zone
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
Work Vehicle(s)
PCMS 1 Shadow Vehicle No. 1
(See Note 7)
Phase 1 Phase 2
250' Min - 350' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 3
300' Min - 1,000' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 2
LEFTLANE
CLOSED
MERGERIGHT
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1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
NOTES:See PTS 915-2 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
1. This figure applies where the operation moves intermittently or continuously at an average speed of more than 1 MPH (88 FT./MIN.). The operator is to be the only occupant of Shadow Vehicles No. 3 and 6. When the operation moves intermittently, the maximum time of stationary work is 15 minutes. If these conditions cannot be met, use a Single Lane Traffic Pattern as shown on PTS 915-4.
2. A 7,000 lb GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) or larger pickup truck loaded to weigh a minimum of 5,500 lbs may be used as Shadow Vehicles No. 1 and 2.
3. Position Shadow Vehicle No. 1 so that it is visible from behind for a minimum distance of 700 feet.
4. Have all shadow vehicles meet PennDOT and PTC requirements.
5. All arrow panels and PCMS are to be truck mounted.
6. The spacing between the work vehicles and the shadow vehicles, and between each shadow vehicle should be minimized to deter road users from driving in between, based on field conditions.
7. Shadow Vehicles No. 1 and 2 may be located on the median shoulder where the median shoulder width is a minimum of 12 feet.
PTS 915-3 - NotesMobile Operation for 3 Lanes
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
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PTS 915-3AMobile Operation For 3 Lanes - Right and Center Lane Work Zone
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
Work Vehicle(s)
250' Min - 350' Max
300' Min - 500' Max
250' Min - 500' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
PCMS 1 Shadow Vehicle No. 1
Phase 1 Phase 2
Shadow Vehicle No. 7
Shadow Vehicle No. 6
Shadow Vehicle No. 4
Shadow Vehicle No. 3
PCMS 2 Shadow Vehicle No. 2
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 3 Shadow Vehicle No. 5
Phase 1 Phase 2RIGHT
2 LANESCLOSED
MERGELEFT
ROADWORKAHEAD
RIGHT2 LANESCLOSED
RIGHT2 LANESCLOSED
MERGELEFT
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NOTES:See PTS 915-3 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
PTS 915-3BMobile Operation for 3 Lanes - Left and Center Lane Work Zone
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
Work Vehicle(s)
250' Min - 350' Max
300' Min - 500' Max
250' Min - 500' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
PCMS 1Shadow Vehicle No. 1
(See Note 7)
Phase 1 Phase 2
Shadow Vehicle No. 7
Shadow Vehicle No. 6
Shadow Vehicle No. 4
Shadow Vehicle No. 3
PCMS 2 Shadow Vehicle No. 2
(See Note 7)
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 3 Shadow Vehicle No. 5
Phase 1 Phase 2LEFT
2 LANESCLOSED
MERGERIGHT
ROADWORKAHEAD
LEFT2 LANESCLOSED
LEFT2 LANESCLOSED
MERGERIGHT
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NOTES:See PTS 915-3 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
PTS 915-4 - NotesSingle Lane Traffic Pattern
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
1. For interchange and service plaza ramp signing within the work zone, see PTS 915-6.
2. For left lane work zone use the same sign spacing, location, and pattern but with the signs and PCMS indicating a left lane closure.
3. Use channelizing devices with PennDOT approved sequential warning lights in the transition areas for patterns used during hours of darkness.
4. Establish single lane traffic pattern only during active work periods. Shorten length of single lane pattern to only the length needed for the construction operation. Work zone should not exceed three (3) miles in length, unless approved by the Representative.
5. Single lane should be established a minimum of 1,000 feet in advance of deceleration ramp or beyond acceleration ramp at interchanges and service plazas, or as directed by the Representative.
6. Install W3-5 sign only in areas where the normal speed limit is 70 MPH.
7. This pattern is to be used for short-term operations which occupy a location for less than 12 hours for three (3) or less consecutive days.
8. Speed Display Sign shall only be used if the length of the physical work zone is greater the or equal to 500 feet.
9. Speed Display Sign not required for PTC Maintenance Operations.
10. Except for 55 MPH Speed Limit signs, MPT-09, MPT-10, MPT-11, W8-11, and W8-9 signs, all other signs may be mounted on PennDOT approved portable sign supports, X-frame, with a minimum height of 1 foot from the pavement surface to the bottom of the signs. Portable supports and signs must be removed from the roadway during non-working hours.
11. During high traffic volume periods and as directed by the Representative, change the message on the PCMS to read: PCMS 1 - Phase 1 "USE / BOTH / LANES", Phase 2 "TO / MERGE / POINT"; PCMS 2 - Phase 1 "RIGHT/ LANE / CLOSED", Phase 2 "USE / BOTH/ LANES"; PCMS 3 - Phase 1 "RIGHT / LANE / CLOSED", Phase 2 "MERGE / LEFT / 1500 FT".
12. Existing W20-5R / W20-5L signs may only be used for remainder of their serviceable life.
13. Compute the minimum desirable taper length for reduction in lanes using the following formula:L= S x WWhere L = Minimum desirable taper length in feet
W = Width of offset in feetS = Normal speed limit in miles per hour
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ENDROAD WORK
G20-2 W4-2Ror
W4-2L
RIGHT LANECLOSED
----
W20-5Ror
W20-5L
55SPEEDLIMIT
W3-5
SPEEDLIMIT
55R2-1
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
R2-1/SPEED
DISPLAY SIGN
NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
L = Transition1/3L = Shoulder TransitionBZ = Buffer ZoneWZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED L 1/3 L BZ WZ R Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH5570
Feet Feet Feet FeetMile (s) L 1/3 L BZ WZ R660840
220280
500 (Min) 3 (Max)3 (Max)
300300
5050
5050
100100
100100
5050750 (Min)
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
PTS 915-4Single Lane Traffic Pattern
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
500'
500'
1,000'
500'
500'
500'
500'
500'
500'
5,280'
1/3 L
L
BZ
WZ
R
ENDROAD WORK
780'
55SPEEDLIMIT
SPEEDLIMIT
55
RIGHT LANECLOSED1/2 MILE
RIGHT LANE CLOSED1 MILE
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 2
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 3
1/2 WZ
1/2 WZ
500' Min900' Max
2,640' Min5,280' Max
See Note 6
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
MERGELEFT
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
2 MILESAHEAD
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
MERGELEFT
See Note 9
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NOTES:See PTS 915-4 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
See Note 8 and 9
See Note 9
Arrow Panel
See Note 6
SPEEDLIMIT
55
SPEEDLIMIT
55
PTS 915-5 - Notes Single Lane Traffic Pattern for 3 Lane Section
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet 1. For interchange and service plaza ramp signing within the work zone, see PTS 915-6.
2. For left and center lane work zone, use the same spacing, location, and pattern but with the signs and PCMS indicating a left and center lane closure.
3. Use channelizing devices with PennDOT approved sequential warning lights in the transition areas for patterns used during hours of darkness.
4. Establish single lane pattern only during active work periods. Shorten length of single lane pattern to only the length needed for the construction operation. Work zone should not exceed three (3) miles in length, unless approved by the Representative.
5. Single lane should be established a minimum of 1,000 feet in advance of deceleration ramp or beyond acceleration ramp at interchanges and service plazas, or as directed by the Representative.
6. Install W3-5 sign only in areas where the normal speed limit is 70 MPH.
7. This pattern is to be used for short term operations which occupy a location for less than 12 hours for three (3) or less consecutive days.
8. Speed Display Sign shall only be used if the length of the physical work zone is greater the or equal to 500 feet.
9. Speed Display Sign not required for PTC Maintenance Operations.
10. Except for 55 MPH Speed Limit signs, MPT-09, MPT-10, MPT-11, W8-11, and W8-9 signs, all other signs may be mounted on PennDOT approved portable sign supports, X-frame, with a minimum height of 1 foot from the pavement surface to the bottom of the signs. Portable supports and signs must be removed from the roadway during non-working hours.
11. During high traffic volume periods and as directed by the Representative, change the message on the PCMS to read: PCMS 1 - Phase 1 "USE / BOTH / LANES", Phase 2 "TO / MERGE / POINT"; PCMS 2 - Phase 1 "RIGHT / LANE / CLOSED", Phase 2 "USE / BOTH / LANES"; PCMS 3 - Phase 1 "RIGHT / LANE / CLOSED", Phase 2 "MERGE / LEFT / 1500 FT".
12. Existing W20-5AR / W20-5AL signs may only be used for remainder of their serviceable life.
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RIGHTTWO LANES
CLOSED----
W20-5ARor
W20-5AL
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2 W4-2Ror
W4-2L
SPEEDLIMIT
55R2-1
55SPEEDLIMIT
W3-5
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
R2-1/SPEED
DISPLAY SIGN
NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
L = Transition1/3 L = Shoulder TransitionBZ 1 = Buffer Zone 1BZ 2 = Buffer Zone 2WZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED L 1/3 L BZ 1 WZ R Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH5570
Feet Feet Feet FeetMile (s) L 1/3 L BZ 1 WZ R660840
220280
1,320 (Min) 3 (Max)3 (Max)
600600
5050
5050
100100
100100
5050
BZ 2Feet
500 (Min)750 (Min)1,680 (Min)
100100
BZ 2
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
PTS 915-5Single Lane Traffic Pattern for 3 Lane Section
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
1,000'
500'
1/3 L
L
L
BZ 2
R
WZ
BZ 1
RIGHT TWO LANES
CLOSED1/2 MILE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
55SPEEDLIMIT
SPEEDLIMIT
55
5,280'
780'
500'
500'
1,000'
500'
500'
500'
500'
ENDROAD WORK
RIGHT TWO LANES
CLOSED1 MILE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 2
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 3
Arrow panel
1/2 WZ
1/2 WZ
2,640' Min5,280' Max
500' Min900' Max
500'
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
RIGHT2 LANESCLOSED
MERGELEFT
RIGHT2 LANESCLOSED
MERGELEFT
RIGHT2 LANESCLOSED
2 MILESAHEAD
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xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
NOTES:See PTS 915-5 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
See Note 9
See Note 8 and 9
See Note 9
Arrow Panel
See Note 6
Arrow Panel
PTS 915-6 - NotesLane Closure Traffic Pattern for
Interchange and Service Plaza AreasMedian Widths Less Than 15 Feet
1. Single lane should be established a minimum of 1,000 feet in advance of deceleration ramp or beyond acceleration ramp, or as directed by the Representative.
2. MPT-05 and MPT-06 signs:A. Use for interchange ramp only.B. Cover or remove from the site when not in use.
3. MPT-07 and MPT-08 signs:A. Use for service plaza ramp only.B. Cover or remove from the site when not in use.
4. Existing MPT-07 and MPT-08 signs may only be used for remainder of their serviceable life.
5. Red and yellow Type B lights to be used during hours of darkness.
6. Channelizing devices spaced at 100 feet except where noted.
EXITNEXTRIGHT
MPT-05
EXIT
MPT-06 MPT-07
NEXT RIGHT
MPT-08
W3-2W3-2R1-2
ROADWORKAHEAD
W20-1W3-2W3-1R1-1-3R1-1-3
STOPRAMP
R1-1-2/R1-1
STOPRAMP
R1-1-2/R1-1
YIELD
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
R2-1
SPEEDLIMIT
55
PTS 915-6Lane Closure Traffic Pattern for Interchange and Service Plaza Areas
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
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NOTES:See PTS 915-6 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
EXIT
STOP
EXITNEXTRIGHT
Channelizing devices spaced at 50'
200'
or
or200'
500'200'
RAMP
ROADWORKAHEAD
NEXT RIGHT
ROADWORKAHEAD
STOPRAMP
or
YIELD
SPEEDLIMIT
55
SPEEDLIMIT
55
Channelizing devices spaced at 50'
SHOULDERCLOSED
MPT-34MPT-34
PTS 915-7 - Notes Mobile Shoulder Operations
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
1. This pattern is to be used for short-term operations which occupy a location for less than 12 hours for three (3) or less consecutive days.
2. All arrow panels and PCMS are to be truck mounted.
3. Have all shadow vehicles meet PennDOT and PTC requirements.
4. This figure applies where the operation moves intermittently or continuously at an average speed of more than 1 MPH (88 FT./MIN.). The operator is to be the only occupant of Shadow Vehicle No. 2. When the operation moves intermittently, the maximum time of stationary work is 15 minutes. If these conditions cannot be met, either use a Stationary Shoulder Closure with Channelizing Devices as shown on PTS 915-8 or use a Single Lane Traffic Pattern, as shown on PTS 915-4.
5. A 7,000 lb GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) or larger pickup truck loaded to weigh a minimum of 5,500 lbs may be used as Shadow Vehicle No. 1.
6. Position Shadow Vehicle No. 1 so that it is visible from behind for a minimum distance of 700 feet.
7. Shoulder Closed Sign (MPT-34) not required for PTC Maintenance Operations.
PTS 915-7 Mobile Shoulder Operations
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
SHOULDERCLOSED
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1Shadow Vehicle No. 1
(See Note 6)
1,000' Min1 Mile Max
Work Vehicle(s)
250'
Shadow Vehicle No. 2
SHOULDERCLOSEDAHEAD
USECAUTION
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See Note 7
or
NOTES:See PTS 915-7 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
PTS 915-8 - NotesStationary Shoulder Closure with Channelizing Devices
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet1. Arrow panel in caution mode to be used when workers, vehicles, equipment, and materials are working on the paved shoulder. Channelizing devices to remain in place until work is completed. Maintain normal lane traffic. Stationary shoulder closure with channelizing devices only permitted during allowable working hours.
2. For median operations where the median shoulder is less than 12 feet wide use Single Lane Traffic Pattern, per PTS 910-4, left lane closed. Single lane traffic pattern to remain in place until work is completed.
3. This pattern is to be used for short-term operations which occupy a location for less than 12 hours for three (3) or less consecutive days.
4. Install W3-5 sign only in areas where the normal speed limit is 70 MPH.
5. All arrow panels are to be truck mounted.
6. Have all shadow vehicles meet PennDOT and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission requirements.
7. Except for 55 MPH Speed Limit signs, MPT-09, MPT-10, MPT-11, W8-11, and W8-9 signs, all other signs may be mounted on PennDOT approved portable sign supports, X-frame, with a minimum height of 1 foot from the pavement surface to the bottom of the signs. Portable supports and signs must be removed from the roadway during non-working hours.
8. This detail to only be used in areas where the median width is less than 15 feet.
SPEEDLIMIT
55R2-1
55SPEEDLIMIT
W3-5
RIGHTSHOULDER
CLOSED----
W21-5BRor
W21-5BL
ROADWORKAHEAD
W20 1W20-1
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
1/3L = Shoulder TransitionBZ = Buffer ZoneWZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED 1/3 L BZ WZ R Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH5570
Feet Feet FeetMile (s) 1/3 L BZ WZ R220280
250 (Min) 3 (Max)3 (Max)
100100
5050
100100
100100
5050250 (Min)
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
PTS 915-8Stationary Shoulder Closure with Channelizing Devices
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
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NOTES:See PTS 915-8 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
55SPEEDLIMIT
ENDROAD WORK
RIGHTSHOULDER
CLOSED1000 FT
ROADWORKAHEAD
WZ
BZ
2,000'
500'
1,500'
1,000'
1/3L
500'
Varies withChannelizing Devices
50' Apart
R
500'
See Note 4
Shadow Vehicle No. 1
or
SPEEDLIMIT
55
PTS 915-9 - NotesSurvey Work Along Shoulder
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
1. Vehicles, equipment, material and workers are not to be located in the buffer zone.
2. The figure applies when the survey work is a minimum of 15 minutes.
3. The survey work on shoulder operation may be used on the median shoulder where the median shoulder width is a minimum of 12 feet.
4. For any survey operation where workers are within two (2) feet of any travel lane, use Single Lane Traffic Pattern per PTS 910-4 if median is greater than or equal to 15 feet in width, or PTS 915-4 if median is less than 15 feet in width. Single lane traffic pattern to remain in place until all work within two (2) feet of the travel lanes is complete. Single lane traffic pattern only permitted during provided allowable working hours.
5. Signs shall be mounted on PennDOT approved portable sign supports, X-frame, with a minimum height of 1 foot from the pavement surface to the bottom of the signs. Portable supports and signs must be removed from the roadway during non-working hours.
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
SURVEY CREW
W21-6G20-2 W21-6
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
PTS 915-9Survey Work Along Shoulder
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
500'
WZ250' Min
1,750' Max
BZ250'
1,000' Min2,500' Max
SURVEY CREW
ENDROAD WORK
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NOTES:See PTS 915-9 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
PTS 915-10 - Notes Utility Work Along Shoulder
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
1. Vehicles, equipment, material and workers are not to be located in the buffer zone.
2. The utility work on shoulder operation may be used on the median shoulder where the median shoulder width is a minimum of 12 feet.
3. Arrow panel in caution mode to be used when vehicles, equipment, material or workers are working on the paved shoulder. PennDOT approved 28" traffic cones to remain in place until work is complete. Maintain normal traffic.
4. For any utility operation where the physical work zone is on the paved shoulder, use Stationary Shoulder Closure with Channelizing Devices per PTS 910-8, if median is greater than or equal to 15 feet in width, PTS 915-8 if median width is less than 15 feet in width. Stationary Shoulder Closure with Channelizing Devices to remain in place until physical work on the paved shoulder is complete. Stationary shoulder closure with channelizing devices only permitted during provided allowable working hours.
5. This pattern to be used for short-term operations which occupy a location for less than 12 hours for three (3) or less consecutive days.
6. All arrow panels are to be truck mounted.
7. Have all shadow vehicles meet PennDOT and PTC requirements.
8. Signs shall be mounted on PennDOT approved portable sign supports, X-frame, with a minimum height of 1 foot from the pavement surface to the bottom of the signs. Portable supports and signs must be removed from the roadway during non-working hours.
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
UTILITYWORKAHEAD
W21-7G20-2 W21-7
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
PTS 915-10Utility Work Along Shoulder
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
1,000' Min2,500' max
BZ250'
5' (TYP)
WZ
500'
Shadow Vehicle No. 1
UTILITYWORKAHEAD
ENDROAD WORK
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or
NOTES:See PTS 915-10 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
PTS 915-11 - Notes Traffic Line Painting OperationMedian Widths Less Than 15 Feet
1. This figure applies where the operation moves intermittently or continuously at an average speed of more than 1 MPH (88 FT./MIN.). The operator is to be the only occupant of Shadow Vehicle No. 3. When the operation moves intermittently, the maximum time of stationary work is 15 minutes. If these conditions cannot be met, use a single lane traffic pattern as shown on PTS 910-4.
2. A 7,000 lb GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) or larger pickup truck and loaded to weigh a minimum of 5,500 lbs may be used as Shadow Vehicle No. 1 and 2.
3. Position Shadow Vehicle No. 1 so that it is visible from behind for a minimum distance of 700 feet.
4. Have all shadow vehicles meet PennDOT and PTC requirements.
5. All arrow panels and PCMS are to be truck mounted.
6. The spacing between the work vehicles and the shadow vehicles, and between each shadow vehicle should be minimized to deter road users from driving in between, based on field conditions.
7. Shadow Vehicles No. 1 and 2 may be located on the median shoulder where the median shoulder width is a minimum of 12 feet.
8. Shadow Vehicles No. 3, No. 4 and No. 5 must be a single axle or tandem axle dump truck or a stake body truck. Light duty dump and light duty stake bodies are not permitted to be used as Shadow Vehicles No. 3, No. 4, and No. 5.
9. Paint Foreman's vehicle may be located:A. In front of the supply vehicle, orB. Behind the supply vehicle, orC. As a temporary replacement for Shadow Vehicle No. 2.
10. State Police vehicle may be located:A. In front of Shadow Vehicle No. 4, orB. Behind Shadow Vehicle No. 4.
11. All vehicles, with exception of State Police vehicle, are to have an activated amber warning light.
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PTS 915-11A Traffic Line Painting Operation - Right Lane
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
Line Painting Machine
250' Min - 350' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 3
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1Shadow Vehicle No. 1
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 2Shadow Vehicle No. 2
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 4
Shadow Vehicle No. 5
Supply Vehicle
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
MERGELEFT
WETPAINT
USECAUTION
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NOTES:See PTS 915-11 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
PTS 915-11B Traffic Line Painting Operation - Left Lane
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
Line Painting Machine
250' Min - 350' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 3
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1Shadow Vehicle No. 1
See Note 7
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 2Shadow Vehicle No. 2
See Note 7
1,000' Min - 2,500' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
300' Min - 1,000' Max
Shadow Vehicle No. 4
Shadow Vehicle No. 5
Supply Vehicle
LEFTLANE
CLOSED
MERGERIGHT
WETPAINT
USECAUTION
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NOTES:See PTS 915-11 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
1. Provide sufficient Type III barricades to close off the entire road.
2. Use existing "DO NOT CROSS CENTER LINE" sign and existing traffic control signal at portal.
3. Westbound approach to Allegheny Tunnel requires left or right and center lane closure as indicated on PTS 915-5.
4. Use channelizing devices with PennDOT approved sequential warning lights in the transition areas for patterns used during hours of darkness.
5. Speed Display Sign not required for PTC Maintenance Operations.
6. During high traffic volume periods and as directed by the Representative, change the message on the PCMS to read: PCMS 1 and 8 - Phase 1 "USE / BOTH / LANES", Phase 2 "TO / MERGE / POINT"; PCMS 2 - Phase 1 "RIGHT / LANE / CLOSED", Phase 2 "USE / BOTH / LANES"; PCMS 3 - Phase 1 "RIGHT / LANE / CLOSED", Phase 2 "MERGE / LEFT / 1500 FT"; PCMS 7 - Phase 1 "LEFT / LANE / CLOSED", Phase 2 "USE / BOTH / LANES"; PCMS 6 - Phase 1 "LEFT / LANE / CLOSED", Phase 2 "MERGE / RIGHT / 1500 FT".
7. Existing W20-5R / W20-5L signs may only be used for remainder of their serviceable life.
PTS 915-12 - NotesTunnel Crossover Pattern
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
RIGHT LANECLOSED
----
W20-5Rand
W20-5L
W6-3W3-5
40SPEEDLIMIT
W4-2Ror
W4-2L
NOPASSING
ZONEAHEAD
R4-1AMPT-01
CROSSOVER500 FT
W1-4Rand
W1-4L
DONOTPASS
R4-1
ROADCLOSED
R11-2
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
40
R2-1/SPEED
DISPLAY SIGN
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
L = Transition1/3L = Shoulder TransitionBZ = Buffer ZoneR = Runout
SPEED L 1/3 L BZ R Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH55
Feet Feet Feet Feet L 1/3 L BZ R660 220 1,320 (Min) 300 50 50 100 50
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
SPEEDLIMIT
40R2-1
PTS 915-12Tunnel Crossover Pattern
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
TRAFFIC CONTROL BETWEENBLUE MOUNTAIN AND KITTATINNY TUNNELS
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LAN
ES
CLO
SE
D T
O T
RA
FFIC
DONOTPASS
DONOTPASS
Tubular markers50' apart
200'
50'
200'
50'
Tunnel Portal
Tunnel Portal
TUNNEL PORTAL
PTS 915-12Tunnel Crossover Pattern (Drawing 1 of 2)
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
50'
LAN
ES C
LOSE
D T
O T
RAF
FIC
NOPASSING
ZONEAHEAD
CROSSOVER500 FT
ROADCLOSED
SPEEDLIMIT
40
SPEEDLIMIT
40
ENDROAD WORK
DONOTPASS
40SPEEDLIMIT
RIGHT LANECLOSED1/2 MILE
100'
50'150'
Tubularmarkers 50' apart
Channelizing devices 50' apart
R
500'10'
50' PCMS 4
250'
L
1/3 L
280'
500'
500'
500'
500'
1000'
500'
500'
780'
5,280'
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 3
Phase 1
Phase 2
PCMS 2
Phase 1
PCMS 1
500' Min900' Max
SPEEDLIMIT
40
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
40
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
40RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
MERGELEFT
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
MERGELEFT
RIGHTLANE
CLOSED
CROSSOVER
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BZ
RIGHT LANECLOSED1 MILE
PCMS 1
PCMS 2
Phase 22 MILESAHEAD
NOTES:See PTS 915-12 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
2,640' Min5,280' Max
See Note 5
See Note 5
See Note 1
SPEEDLIMIT
40
Arrow Panel
LAN
ES
CLO
S ED
TO
TR
AFFI
C
TUNNEL PORTAL
PTS 915-12Tunnel Crossover Pattern (Drawing 2 of 2)
Median Widths Less Than 15 Feet
NOPASSING
ZONEAHEAD
ENDROAD WORK
DONOTPASS
DONOTPASS
CROSSOVER500 FT
LEFT LANECLOSED1/2 MILE
40SPEEDLIMIT
LEFT LANECLOSED1 MILE
500'
500'
500'
500'
500'
1000'
500'
500'
780'
5,280'
Varies tubularmarkers 50' apart
Varies channelizing devices 50' apart
BZ
L
PCMS 5
100'
50'
10'
150'100'
50'
Phase 2Phase 1
PCMS 8Phase 2Phase 1
PCMS 7
Phase 2Phase 1
PCMS 6
250'
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
40
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
40
LEFTLANE
CLOSED
2 MILESAHEAD
CROSSOVER
LEFTLANE
CLOSED
MERGERIGHT
LEFTLANE
CLOSED
MERGERIGHT
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NOTES:See PTS 915-12 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
See Note 5
SPEEDLIMIT
40
SPEEDLIMIT
40
SPEEDLIMIT
40
See Note 5
Arrow Panel
500' Min900' Max
500'
2,640' Min5,208' Max
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Standards for Interchange Operations(PTS 940 Series)
1. Remove all traffic control signs and devices immediately upon the completion of the work unless otherwise specified in the special provisions.
2. Place all traffic control devices and have them inspected by the Representative before work begins.
3. Median areas less than 15 feet in width do not use median signs. Median width is defined as the distance between the yellow edge lines for the opposing travel lanes.
4. Cover or remove from the site all signs not in use. Remove from the Turnpike right-of-way construction signs not needed or used for a period of two (2) or more weeks.
5. Maintain a minimum spacing of 200 feet between all regulatory, warning and destination signs.
6. Provide at minimum a 40 feet width beyond the edge of the travel lane free of obstacles and drop-offs greater than 2 inches in depth in work zone(s) during non-working hours or separate work zone(s) from motorists with temporary concrete barrier. Separation of work zone(s) is incidental to the MPT.
7. Details for the signs and devices can be found in these plans, PennDOT Publication 236, PennDOT Publication 212 and are to be manufactured by a Department of Transportation approved manufacturer as listed in PennDOT Publication 35.
8. Use PennDOT approved Type XI reflectorized material for signs. Do not use metal or wood signs in median.
9. These plans are not intended to relieve the contractor of the responsibility for the protection of the public and the construction personnel. The standards prescribed are minimum and additional protection may be needed if problems are encountered during the term of the contract. The contractor will be expected to constantly review this plan for adequacy and to recommend changes for the Representative's approval when inadequacies are discovered.
10. Compute the minimum desirable taper length for reduction in lanes on ramps using the following formula:
Where L = Minimum desirable taper length in feetW = Width of offset in feetS = Normal speed in miles per hour
11. Signs and devices may be adjusted to fit field conditions.
12. Concrete barrier details are to be according to PennDOT Standards for Roadway Construction, RC-57M, RC-59M, and PTC Standards for Roadway Construction.
13. Vehicles, equipment, material and workers are not to be located in the buffer zone.
14. Type B light is to be mounted on the side closest to traffic as shown on PTS 980 (Sheet 30 of 32).
15. Type B Yellow flashing warning lights maybe used in conjunction with warning signs unless otherwise indicated on the drawings.
16. Channelizing devices may be temporarily relocated to the minimum offset to allow for work to be performed, as directed by the Representative. The channelizing devices must remain between traffic and the work zone. Relocate channelizing devices to original position as work progresses.
17. Install, reset, relocate, remove any permanent and / or temporary concrete barrier so that no blunt end of the barrier is exposed to oncoming traffic.
18. Except for MPT-09, MPT-10, MPT-11, and R22-1 signs, all other signs may be mounted on PennDOT approved portable supports, x-frame, with a minimum height of 1 foot from the pavement surface to the bottom of thesigns. Portable supports and signs must be removed from the roadway during non-working hours.
19. If Express E-ZPass closure work zone includes median widths of both less than 15 feet and greater than 15 feet, follow PTS 940-14 for entire work zone.
PTS 940-1 - NotesInterchange Operations - General Notes
L = W x S 260
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1. This pattern to be used for short-term operations which occupy a location for less than 8 hours.
2. Overhead lane control to display red signal and "Lane Closed" white on red background, if available.
3. Place channelizing devices at 10 feet apart across parking access.
4. Sign locations may be adjusted to fit field conditions.
5. All channelizing devices spaces at 10 feet unless otherwise noted.
PTS 940-2 - NotesToll Plaza Right Lane ClosureOperations Less Than 8 Hours
LANECLOSED
PTC-LC
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
LANECLOSED
LANECLOSED
PTS 940-2Toll Plaza Right Lane ClosureOperations Less Than 8 Hours
50'
50'
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NOTES:See PTS 940-2 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
WZ
BZ30' Min
WZ
BZ30' Min
See Note 3
50'
50'
1. This pattern to be used for short-term operations which occupy a location for 8 to 72 hours.
2. Overhead lane control to display red signal and "Lane Closed" white on red background, if available.
3. Place channelizing devices at 10 feet apart across parking access.
4. If multiple ramps provide entrance to toll plaza, place PTC-LCA signs on each ramp as necessary.
5. Sign locations may be adjusted to fit field conditions.
6. All channelizing devices spaced at 10 feet unless otherwise noted.
PTS 940-3 - NotesToll Plaza Right Lane Closure
Operations Between 8 and 72 Hours
G20-2
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2 PTC-LCA
LANECLOSED
LANECLOSEDAHEAD
PTC-LC
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
50'
PTS 940-3Toll Plaza Right Lane Closure
Operations Between 8 and 72 Hours
LANECLOSED
LANECLOSED
500'
LANECLOSEDAHEAD
ENDROAD WORK
LANECLOSEDAHEAD
LANECLOSEDAHEAD
ENDROAD WORK
See Note 3
See Note 4
30' Min
30' Min
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50'
NOTES:See PTS 940-3 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
500'
50'
BZ30' Min
WZ
WZ
BZ30' Min
See Note 4
1. This pattern to be used for operations which occupy a location more than 72 hours.
2. Overhead lane control to display red signal and "LANE CLOSED" white on red background, if available.
3. If distance to intersecting roadway does not allow sign placement as shown, place MPT-10 sign 50' min from intersection to roadway and space PTC-LCA sign equally between MPT-10 and beginning of transition.
4. Place channelizing devices at 10' apart across parking access.
5. If multiple ramps provide entrance to toll plaza, place MPT-10 and PTC-LCA signs on each ramp as necessary.
6. Sign locations may be adjusted to fit field conditions.
7. All channelizing devices spaced at 10 feet unless otherwise noted.
PTS 940-4 - NotesToll Plaza Right Lane Closure
Operations More Than 72 Hours
TOLL PLAZAAREA
CONSTRUCTION
MPT-10G20-2
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2 PTC-LCAMPT-10
LANECLOSEDAHEAD
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
500'See Note 3
500'See Note 3
500'
PTS 940-4Toll Plaza Right Lane Closure
Operations More Than 72 Hours
See Note 3
500' See Note 3
TOLL PLAZAAREA
CONSTRUCTION
TOLL PLAZAAREA
CONSTRUCTION
TOLL PLAZAAREA
CONSTRUCTION
50'
LANECLOSEDAHEAD
LANECLOSEDAHEAD
LANECLOSEDAHEAD
30' Min
30' Min
ENDROAD WORK
ENDROAD WORK
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50'
500' See Note 3
NOTES:See PTS 940-4 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
WZ
BZ30' Min
WZ
BZ30' Min
Arrow Panel
50'
See Note 5
See Note 5
Arrow Panel
See Note 4
See Note 5
1. This pattern to be used for short-term operations which occupy a location for less than 8 hours
2. Overhead lane control to display red signal and "LANE CLOSED" white on red background, if available.
3. Sign locations may be adjusted to fit field conditions.
4. All channelizing devices spaced at 10 feet unless otherwise noted.
PTS 940-5 - NotesToll Plaza Center Lane ClosureOperations Less Than 8 Hours
PTC-LC
LANECLOSED
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
PTS 940-5Toll Plaza Center Lane ClosureOperations Less Than 8 hours
LANECLOSED
LANECLOSED
BZ30' Min
50'
50'
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NOTES:See PTS 940-5 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
WZ
BZ30' Min
WZ
1. This pattern to be used for short-term operations which occupy a location for 8 to 72 hours.
2. Overhead lane control to display red signal and "LANE CLOSED" white on red background, if available.
3. If multiple ramps provide entrance to toll plaza, place PTC-LCA signs on each ramp as necessary.
4. Sign locations may be adjusted to fit field conditions.
5. All channelizing devices spaced at 10 feet unless otherwise noted.
PTS 940-6 - NotesToll Plaza Center Lane Closure
Operations Between 8 and 72 Hours
W20-101G20-2
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2 PTC-LCA
LANECLOSEDAHEAD
PTC-LC
LANECLOSED
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
PTS 940-6Toll Plaza Center Lane Closure
Operations Between 8 and 72 Hours
LANECLOSED
LANECLOSED
500'
LANECLOSEDAHEAD
ENDROAD WORK
LANECLOSEDAHEAD
LANECLOSEDAHEAD
ENDROAD WORK
See Note 3
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NOTES:See PTS 940-6 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
BZ30' Min
BZ30' Min
WZ
50'
50'50'
50'
WZ
BZ30' Min
BZ30' Min
50'
50'
500'
See Note 3
See Note 3
1. This pattern to be used for operations which occupy a location for more than 72 hours.
2. Overhead lane control to display red signal and "LANE CLOSED" white on red background, if available.
3. If distance to intersecting roadway does not allow sign placement as shown, place MPT-10 sign 50' min from intersection to roadway and space PTC-LCA sign equally between MPT-10 and beginning of transition.
4. If multiple ramps provide entrance to toll plaza, place MPT-10 and PTC-LCA signs on each ramp as necessary.
5. Sign location may be adjusted to fit field conditions.
6. All channelizing devices spaced at 10 feet unless otherwise noted.
PTS 940-7 - NotesToll Plaza Center Lane ClosureOperations More than 72 Hours
TOLL PLAZAAREA
CONSTRUCTION
MPT-10G20-2
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2 MPT-10 W20-101PTC-LCA
LANECLOSEDAHEAD
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
500'See Note 3
500'See Note 3
PTS 940-7Toll Plaza Center Lane ClosureOperations More than 72 Hours
500'See Note 3
500' See Note 3
TOLL PLAZAAREA
CONSTRUCTION
TOLL PLAZAAREA
CONSTRUCTION
TOLL PLAZAAREA
CONSTRUCTION
See Note 4
See Note 4
See Note 4
Arrow Panel
Arrow Panel
LANECLOSEDAHEAD
LANECLOSEDAHEAD
LANECLOSEDAHEAD
30' Min
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30' Min
ENDROAD WORK
ENDROAD WORK
50'
50'
500' See Note 3
NOTES:See PTS 940-7 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
BZ30' Min
WZ
WZ
50'
BZ30' Min
BZ30' Min
50'
1. Sign locations may be adjusted to fit field conditions.
2. Place MPT-09 sign 500' (min.) in advance of ramp or 500' (min.) in advance of W21-101 sign, whichever is greater.
3. Place W20-7 signs on every other toll island, if applicable.
PTS 940-8 - NotesAdvance Warning Signs for Work on Ramps
ENDROAD WORK
INTERCHANGEAREA
CONSTRUCTION
G20-2 MPT-09
BE PREPARED
TO STOP
W3-4
RAMPWORKAHEAD
W21-101W20-7
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
SERVICE PLAZAAREA
CONSTRUCTION
MPT-11
or
Signs
500'
500'
500'
500'
500'
500'
Location of flagger
PTS 940-8Advance Warning Signs for Work on Ramps
500'
500'
Location of flagger
ENDROAD WORK
ENDROAD WORK
ENDROAD WORK
INTERCHANGEAREA
CONSTRUCTION
RAMPWORKAHEAD
BE PREPARED
TO STOP
RAMPWORKAHEAD
BE PREPARED
TO STOP
INTERCHANGEAREA
CONSTRUCTION
RAMPWORKAHEAD
RAMPWORKAHEAD
See Note 2
See Note 3
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NOTES:See PTS 940-8 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
1. Place channelizing devices at 10 feet apart to close off barrier opening during non-working hours.
2. Use channelizing devices with PennDOT approved sequential warning lights in the transition areas for patterns used during hours of darkness.
3. Compute the minimum desirable taper length for reduction in lanes on ramps using the following formula:
Where L = Minimum desirable taper length in feetW = Width of offset in feetS = Normal speed in miles per hour
PTS 940-9 - Notes Ramp Bridge Crossover
L = W x S 2
60
STOP
SLOWW21-10W21-10
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
50'
PTS 940-9Ramp Bridge Crossover
Type V Temporary ImpactAttenuator Test Level III
See Note 1
Transitionchannelizing devices 25' apart
(See Note 3)
Type V TemporaryImpact Attenuator
Test Level II
Flagger with walkie talkie
Toll Plaza Area
See advanced signing detailon PTS 940-8
Temporary barrieropening 150' Min
See Note 1
Flagger withwalkie talkie
Removeexisting barrier STOP
SLOW
STOP
SLOW
See advanced signing detailon PTS 940-8
Seeadvanced
signing detail
on PTS 940-8
Shoulder transitionchannelizing devices 25' apart
See Note 3
See advanced
signing detailon PTS 940-8
Shoulder Transition Channelizing devices 25' apart
See Note 3
TransitionChannelizing devices 25' apart
See Note 3
See Note 1
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NOTES:See PTS 940-9 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
WZ
1. Use channelizing devices with PennDOT approved sequential warning lights in the transition areas for patterns used during hours of darkness.
2. Compute the minimum desirable taper length for reduction in lanes on ramps using the following formula:
Where L = Minimum desirable taper length in feetW = Width of offset in feetS = Normal speed in miles per hour
PTS 940-10 - Notes Work Zone on Ramp
L = W x S 2
60
RAMPWORKAHEADINTERCHANGE
AREACONSTRUCTION
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2 W21-101MPT-09 W21-5BR
RIGHT SHOULDER
CLOSEDAHEAD
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
SERVICE PLAZAAREA
CONSTRUCTION
MPT-11
or
Signs
L = Transition1/3L = Shoulder TransitionBZ = Buffer ZoneWZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED 1/3 L BZ R Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH55
Feet Feet Feet 1/3 L BZ R220 100 100 25 25 25
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
WZFeetVaries
WZ25
100'
BZ
WZ
PTS 940-10AWork Zone on Ramp - Shoulder Closure
500'
500'
500'(Min)
ENDROAD WORK
INTERCHANGEAREA
CONSTRUCTION
Arrow Panel in caution mode
Shadow Vehicle No. 1
Shoulder Transition 1/3 LSee Note 2
25'(TYP)
RIGHT SHOULDER
CLOSEDAHEAD
RAMPWORKAHEAD
50'
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SERVICE PLAZAAREA
CONSTRUCTION
or
or
NOTES:See PTS 940-10 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
R
50'
R
100'
BZ
Transition LSee Note 2
Shoulder Transition 1/3 LSee Note 2
WZ
PTS 940-10BWork Zone on Ramp - Lane Narrows
500'
500'
500'(Min)
10' Min travel lane
ENDROAD WORK
INTERCHANGEAREA
CONSTRUCTION
RAMPWORKAHEAD
RAMP NARROWS
Shadow Vehicle No. 1
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25'(TYP)
NOTES:See PTS 940-10 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
SERVICE PLAZAAREA
CONSTRUCTION
or
1. For right lane work zone, use the same sign spacing, location, and pattern but with the signs indicating a right lane closure.
2. Use channelizing devices with PennDOT approved sequential warning lights in the transition area for patterns used during hours of darkness.
3. Establish single lane traffic pattern only during active work periods. Shorten length of single lane pattern to only the length needed for construction operation.
4. Compute the minimum desirable taper length for reduction in lanes on ramps using the following formula:
Where L = Minimum desirable taper length in feetW = Width of offset in feetS = Normal speed in miles per hour
PTS 940-11 - NotesTwo-Lane Ramp, One Lane Closure
L = W x S 2
60
INTERCHANGEAREA
CONSTRUCTIONEND
ROAD WORK
RAMPWORKAHEAD
MPT-09G20-2 W4-2L orW4-2R
W21-101
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
L = Transition1/3L = Shoulder TransitionBZ = Buffer ZoneWZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED 1/3 L BZ R Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH55
Feet Feet Feet 1/3 L BZ R220 100 100 25 25 25
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
WZFeetVaries
WZ25
R
100'
BZ
Transition LSee Note 4
Shoulder Transition 1/3 LSee Note 4
500'
500'
WZ
PTS 940-11Two-Lane Ramp, One Lane Closure
ENDROAD WORK
INTERCHANGEAREA
CONSTRUCTION
RAMPWORKAHEAD
500 FTAHEAD
500'(Min)
Shadow Vehicle No. 1
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50'
25'(TYP)
NOTES:See PTS 940-11 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
1. Tie into shoulder at lane diverge.
2. Place MPT-09 sign 500' (min.) in advance of ramp or 500' (min.) in advance of W21-101 sign, whichever is greater.
3. Use channelizing devices with PennDOT approved sequential warning lights in the transition areas for patterns used during hours of darkness.
4. Compute the minimum desirable taper length for reduction in lanes on ramps using the following formula:
Where L = Minimum desirable taper length in feetW = Width of offset in feetS = Normal speed in miles per hour
L = W x S 2
60
PTS 940-12 - NotesE-ZPass Only Slip Ramp
INTERCHANGEAREA
CONSTRUCTIONEND
ROAD WORK
RAMPWORKAHEAD
W20 101G20-2 W21-101MPT-09 W4-2L W4-2R
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
L = Transition1/3L = Shoulder TransitionBZ = Buffer ZoneWZ = Work ZoneR = Runout
SPEED 1/3 L BZ R Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH55
Feet Feet Feet 1/3 L BZ R220 100 100 25 25 25
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
WZFeetVaries
WZ25
500'
500'
25'(TYP)
PTS 940-12AE-ZPass Only Slip Ramp - Lane Addition Closure
100'
WZ
R
50'
BZ
125'
ENDROAD WORK
RAMPWORKAHEAD
500 FTAHEAD
500' MinSee Note 2
Shadow Vehicle No. 1
INTERCHANGEAREA
CONSTRUCTION
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TransitionSee Note 1
NOTES:See PTS 940-12 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
100'
500'
500'
125'
BZ
Transition LSee Note 4
WZ
R
50'
25'(TYP)
PTS 940-12BE-ZPass Only Slip Ramp - Lane Closure
ENDROAD WORK
INTERCHANGEAREA
CONSTRUCTION
RAMPWORKAHEAD
500 FTAHEAD
Shadow Vehicle No. 1
See Note 2
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NOTES:See PTS 940-12 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
1. If distances for first shoulder transition, merge transition and buffer zone exceed development of additional express lane, extend buffer zone to express lane diverge taper. Provide arrow board only at transition area.
2. Place additional PCMS at existing Express E-ZPass signs with the following message:
Express KeepE-ZPass RightClosed
3. In locations where permanent DMS are available, display message as shown in Note 2.
4. Use channelizing devices with PennDOT approved sequential warning lights in the transition area for patterns used during hours of darkness.
5. Compute the minimum desirable taper length for reduction in lanes on mainline using the following formula:
L = S x W
Where L = Minimum desirable taper length in feet W = Width of offset in feetS = Normal speed limit in miles per hour
6. Single lane should be established a minimum of 1,000 feet in advance or beyond ramps at interchanges and service plazas.
7. Install W3-5 sign only in areas where the normal speed limit is 70 MPH.
8. Median areas less than 15 feet in width do not use median signs. Refer to PTS 940-14.
9. Speed Display Sign not required for PTC Maintenance Operations.
10. Post G20-2 sign 500 feet from the end of the work zone.
PTS 940-13 - NotesExpress E-ZPass Lane Closure
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
R2-1/SPEED
DISPLAY SIGN
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
R22-1
55SPEEDLIMIT
W3-5 W4-2L
LEFTTWO LANES
CLOSED----
W20-5AL
LEFT LANECLOSED
----
W20-5L
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
Signs
L = Transition1/3 L = Shoulder TransitionBZ 1 = Buffer Zone 1BZ 2 = Buffer Zone 2WZ = Work Zone
SPEED L 1/3 L BZ 1 WZ Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH55
Feet Feet Feet Mile (s) L 1/3 L BZ 1 WZ660 220 1,320 (Min) 4 (Max) 50 50 100 100
BZ 2Feet
500 (Min) 100BZ 2
SPEEDLIMIT
55R2-1
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
500'
500'
500'
500'
500'
1,000'
640'
640'
5,280'
PTS 940-13A Express E-ZPass Single Lane Closure
250' Min1,000' Max WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
LEFT LANECLOSED2 MILES
55SPEEDLIMIT
SPEEDLIMIT
55
ENDROAD WORK
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1
500' Min900' Max
2,640' Min5,280' Max
LEFT LANE
CLOSED
MERGERIGHT
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
500'SPEEDLIMIT
55
LEFT LANECLOSED1 MILE
LEFT LANECLOSED1/2 MILE
LEFT LANECLOSED1500 FT
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NOTES:See PTS 940-13 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
SPEEDLIMIT
55
WZ
See Note 9
See Note 1
See Note 9
LSee Note 1
1/3 L
BZ 1See Note 1
See Note 10
PTS 940-13B Express E-ZPass Double Lane Closure
ENDROAD WORK
NOTES:See PTS 940-13 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
See Note 10
500'
500'
500'
500'
1,000'
500'
1,000'
500'
640'
5,280'
250' Min1,000' Max WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
55SPEEDLIMIT
1/3 LSee Note 1
LSee Note 1
BZ 1See Note 1
LSee Note 1
BZ 2See Note 1
SPEEDLIMIT
55
640'
See Note 1
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1
500' Min900' Max
2,640' Min5,280' Max
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
LEFT 2 LANESCLOSED
MERGERIGHT
LEFTTWO LANES
CLOSED2 MILES
LEFTTWO LANES
CLOSED1 MILE
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WZ
See Note 9
See Note 1
See Note 1
See Note 9
LEFTTWO LANES
CLOSED1/2 MILE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
LEFTTWO LANES
CLOSED1500 FT SPEED
LIMIT
55
1. Use only for narrow medians less than 15 feet in width. Do not use median signs.
2. If distances for first shoulder transition, merge transition and buffer zone exceed development of additional express lane, extend buffer zone to express lane diverge taper. Provide arrow board only at transition area.
3. Place additional PCMS at existing Express E-ZPass locations with the following message:
Express KeepE-ZPass RightClosed
4. In locations where permanent DMS are available, display message as shown in Note 2.
5. Use channelizing devices with PennDOT approved sequential warning lights in the transition area for patterns used during hours of darkness.
6. Compute the minimum desirable taper length for reduction in lanes on mainline using the following formula:
L = S x W
Where L = Minimum desirable taper length in feet W = Width of offset in feetS = Normal speed limit in miles per hour
7. Single lane should be established a minimum of 1,000 feet in advance or beyond ramps at interchanges and service plazas.
8. Install W3-5 sign only in areas where the normal speed limit is 70 MPH.
9. Speed Display Sign not required for PTC Maintenance Operations.
10. Post G20-2 sign 500 feet from the end of the work zone
PTS 940-14 - Notes Express E-ZPassLane Closure - Median Width Less than 15 Feet
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
R2-1/SPEED
DISPLAY SIGN
SPEEDLIMIT
55R2-1
ENDROAD WORK
G20-2
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
R22-1
LEFTTWO LANES
CLOSED----
W20-5AL
55SPEEDLIMIT
W3-5 W4-2L
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NOTE: See Appendix A for sign descriptions and dimensions.
LEFT LANECLOSED
----
W20-5L
Signs
L = Transition1/3 L = Shoulder TransitionBZ 1 = Buffer Zone 1BZ 2 = Buffer Zone 2WZ = Work Zone
SPEED L 1/3 L BZ 1 WZ Channelizing Device Spacing (Feet)MPH55
Feet Feet Feet Mile (s) L 1/3 L BZ 1 WZ660 220 1,320 (Min) 3 (Max) 50 50 100 100
BZ 2Feet
660 (Min) 100BZ 2
Distance and Spacing Quick Reference Chart
500'
500'
500'
500'
500'
1,000'
640'
640'
5,280'
250' Min1,000' Max WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
LEFT LANECLOSED2 MILES
55SPEEDLIMIT
SPEEDLIMIT
55
SPEEDLIMIT
55
ENDROAD WORK
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1
See Note 1
LSee Note 1
WZ
BZ 1 See Note 1
500' Min900' Max
2,640' Min5,280' Max
LEFT LANE
CLOSED
MERGERIGHT
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
500'
SPEEDLIMIT
55
LEFT LANECLOSED1 MILE
LEFT LANECLOSED1/2 MILE
LEFT LANECLOSED1500 FT
1/3 L
PTS 940-14A Express E-ZPass Single Lane Closure - Median Width Less than 15 Feet
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NOTES:See PTS 940-14 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
See Note 9
See Note 9
See Note 10
PTS 940-14B Express E-ZPass Double Lane Closure - Median Width Less than 15 Feet
500'
500'
500'
500'
500'
1,000'
500'
1,000'
640'
640'
1,570'250' Min
1,000' Max
WORK ZONE
HEADLIGHTS
STATE LAW
TURN ON
55SPEEDLIMIT
SPEEDLIMIT
55
LEFTTWO LANES
CLOSED1/2 MILE
SPEEDLIMIT
55
ENDROAD WORK
1/3 LSee Note 1
LSee Note 1
BZ 1See Note 1
LSee Note 1
BZ 2See Note 1
SPEEDLIMIT
55
3,710'
See Note 1
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 2
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 3
500' Min900' Max
2,640' Min5,280' Max
LEFT 2 LANESCLOSED
1 1/2 MILEAHEAD
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
xxYOUR SPEED
SPEEDLIMIT
55
LEFT 2 LANESCLOSED
MERGERIGHT
LEFT 2 LANESCLOSED
MERGERIGHT
LEFTTWO LANES
CLOSED2 MILES
LEFTTWO LANES
CLOSED1 MILE
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NOTES:See PTS 940-14 - Notes for applicable notes tothis drawing
WZ
See Note 9
See Note 1
See Note 1
See Note 9
See Note 10
1. This figure applies to single lane ramps where the distances between vehicles required on PTS 910-11 are not available. For traffic line painting operations at interchanges with dual lane ramps, refer to PTS 910-11.
2. A 7,000 lb GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) or larger pickup truck and loaded to weigh a minimum of 5,500 lb may be used as Shadow Vehicle No. 1.
3. Position Shadow Vehicle No. 1 so that it is visible from behind for a minimum distance of 700 feet.
4. All shadow vehicles are to have an arrow board or a PCMS.
5. For work on the left side side of the ramp, use same vehicles and spacing, but with the PCMS indicating Merge Right.
6. The spacing between the work vehicles and the shadow vehicles, and between each shadow vehicle should be minimized to deter road users from driving in between, based on field conditions.
7. Shadow Vehicle No. 1 may be located on the left shoulder where the left shoulder width is a minimum of 12 feet.
8. Paint Foreman's vehicle may be located:A. In front of the supply vehicle, orB. Behind the supply vehicle.
9. State Police vehicle may be located:A. In front of Shadow Vehicle No. 2, orB. Behind Shadow Vehicle No. 2.
10. All vehicles, with exception of State Police vehicle, are to have an activated amber warning light.
PTS 940-15 - NotesTraffic Line Painting Operation for Interchange Ramps
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PTS 940-15 Traffic Line Painting Operation for Interchange Ramps
Phase 1 Phase 2
PCMS 1 Shadow Vehicle No.1
See Note 7
Shadow Vehicle No. 2
1000'
300'
250'
Supply Vehicle
Line Painting Machine
WETPAINT
MERGELEFT
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NOTES:See PTS 940-15 - Notes for applicablenotes to this drawing
Appendix A
Sign Index in Nomenclature Order
NOMENCLATURE DESCRIPTION SIZE
G20‐2 END ROAD WORK 60"x24"
G20‐5AP WORK ZONE PLAQUE 48"x36"
G30‐1 EMERGENCY PULL‐OFF 96"x60"
G30‐2 EMERGENCY PULL‐OFF ENTRANCE 96"x60"
MPT‐01 CROSS OVER 500 FT 36"x48"
MPT‐03 CROSS OVER 1500 FT 36"x48"
MPT‐05 EXIT NEXT RIGHT 60"x60"
MPT‐06 EXIT (45 DEGREE ARROW) 60"x60"
MPT‐07 GAS AND FOOD NEXT RIGHT 60"x48"
MPT‐08 GAS AND FOOD (45 DEGREE ARROW) 60"x60"
MPT‐09 INTERCHANGE AREA CONSTRUCTION 96"x48"
MPT‐10 TOLL PLAZA AREA CONSTRUCTION 96"x48"
MPT‐31 NO SHOULDER _ _ MILES 96"x48"
MPT‐34 SHOULDER CLOSED 48"x36"
MPT‐36 HEAVY EQUIPMENT CROSSING 48"x48"
MPT‐38 LEFT SHOULDER LOW 48"x48"
PTC‐LC LANE CLOSED 48"x48"
PTC‐LCA LANE CLOSED AHEAD 48"x48"
R1‐1 STOP 48"x48"
R1‐1‐2 RAMP 48"x24"
R1‐1‐3 RAMP STOP 48"x60"
R1‐2 YIELD 60"x60"
36"x48"*
48"x60"
R4‐1 DO NOT PASS 48"x60"
R4‐1A NO PASSING ZONE AHEAD 36"x48"
R11‐2 ROAD CLOSED 48"x30"
R22‐1 WORK ZONE ‐ TURN ON HEADLIGHTS 72"x48"
W1‐4L LEFT REVERSE CURVE 48"x48"
W1‐4R RIGHT REVERSE CURVE 48"x48"
* Median Barrier Only with PTS 910, PTS 915, and PTS 940
Appendix ASign Index In Nomenclature Order
R2‐1 SPEED LIMIT
NOMENCLATURE DESCRIPTION SIZE
Appendix ASign Index In Nomenclature Order
W1‐4BL TWO‐LANE LEFT REVERSE CURVE 48"x48"
W1‐4BR TWO‐LANE RIGHT REVERSE CURVE 48"x48"
W1‐4CL THREE‐LANE LEFT REVERSE CURVE 48"x48"
W1‐4CR THREE‐LANE RIGHT REVERSE CURVE 48"x48"
W3‐1 STOP AHEAD 48"x48"
W3‐2 YIELD AHEAD 48"x48"
W3‐4 BE PREPARED TO STOP 48"x48"
W3‐5 SPEED REDUCTION SIGN 48"x48"
W4‐2L PAVEMENT WIDTH TRANSITION ‐ LEFT LANE ENDS 48"x48"
W4‐2R PAVEMENT WIDTH TRANSITION ‐ RIGHT LANE ENDS 48"x48"
W5‐4 RAMP NARROWS 48"x48"
W5‐4‐1 LANES NARROW 48"x48"
W6‐3 TWO‐WAY TRAFFIC 48"x48"
W8‐9 LOW SHOULDER 36"x36"
W8‐11 UNEVEN LANES 48"x48"
W16‐103P DISTANCE AHEAD PLAQUE 36"x24"
W20‐1 ROAD WORK 48"x48"
W20‐5AL LEFT TWO LANES CLOSED 48"x48"
W20‐5AR RIGHT TWO LANES CLOSED 48"x48"
W20‐5L LEFT LANE CLOSED 48"x48"
W20‐5R RIGHT LANE CLOSED 48"x48"
W20‐7 FLAGGER SYMBOL 48"x48"
W21‐5BL LEFT SHOULDER CLOSED 48"x48"
W21‐5BR RIGHT SHOULDER CLOSED 48"x48"
W21‐6 SURVEY CREW 48"x48"
W21‐7 UTILITY WORK AHEAD 36"x36"
W21‐10 STOP AND SLOW PADDLE 24"x24"
W21‐19 ACTIVE WORK ZONE WHEN FLASHING 48"x48"
W21‐20 END ACTIVE WORK ZONE 48"x48"
W21‐101 RAMP WORK AHEAD 48"x48"
W24‐1AL TWO‐LANE DOUBLE REVERSE CURVE LEFT 48"x48"
W24‐1AR TWO‐LANE DOUBLE REVERSE CURVE RIGHT 48"x48"
W25‐5 CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE AHEAD 48"x48"