During the course of work, monitor the contractors activities to verify closures are statused in LCS as follows: The LCS will notify the resident engineers and designated inspectors by email when the contractor changes the status of a closure. Do not exceed the maximums shown in the requirements listed in Section 4.3, Accessibility Design Standards, of Design Information Bulletin Number 82-06. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OF TRANSPORTATION PLANNING P.O. For public safety, when flaggers are not shown on the plans or specified and when ordered by the engineer, providing flaggers is change order work for which Caltrans pays 100 percent. All traffic control devices should conform to Section 12, Temporary Traffic Control, of the Standard Specifications. Verify that no fixed objects, such as cabinets or poles, will reduce the path width at any point. The specifications require temporary traffic screen to have 3-foot-long openings spaced at 200-foot intervals. 2170. When portable signal systems are used in forests or grasslands, confirm adherence to all fire safety requirements. www.dot.ca.gov May 5, 2020 Mr. Patrick McDaniel California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection 2840 Mt. The contract item price also includes the costs of work necessary to restore channelizers damaged by public traffic. The public distribution of the environmental document includes local businesses that may be affected and notifies them of any public hearing. GIS Maps. The Caltrans QuickMap drop down menu labeled Options enables the layer to be turned on or off. Obliterated traffic stripes and markings should not be visible to drivers as pavement delineation during the day, at night, and under all weather conditions. Review Sections 12-6, Temporary Pavement Delineation and 84-2, Traffic Stripes and Pavement Markings, of the Standard Specifications for temporary pavement delineation requirements. Evaluate the COZEEP use criteria for complete highway closures and nighttime closures of one or more lanes on multilane highways. Design for the least change in alignment, speed, or both. Consult with the transportation management center before temporarily closing a ramp not previously scheduled through the LCS. Make sure the temporary automated end of queue warning system is in operation only during work, unless special provisions require one for 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for certain construction activities. This should be done when a request for COZEEP has been received in writing from the contractor. Category 2 devices include barricades and portable sign supports. The reviewer should determine that the plan can be implemented and that it adequately facilitates the movement of trafficincluding bicycles, motorcycles, and pedestrians. When crossovers are not in use, place positive barriers across entry areas. The covers should also present a workmanlike appearance. Systems affecting traffic only in one directionStart with the first device that the drivers will see as they enter the work zone (usually a Road Work Ahead sign). A square joint is even more necessary when asphalt concrete joins concrete, because at night and during rainy weather, the joints often stand out more prominently than traffic lane lines. Retroreflective bands on portable delineators. Do not allow the use of nonretroreflective portable signs during hours of darkness. In that case, portable flashing beacons are paid for as part of the contract item for the traffic control system. Adjustments should be made to create adequate sight distance, to avoid locations that require drivers to make multiple decisions, to accommodate expected queues, and to coordinate activities at multiple locations. Require the contractor to anchor bases of traffic cones that do not have enough size and weight to keep the cones in an upright position. The contractor compliance report forms are available at: Verify the flashing arrow sign trailer can be leveled and plumbed. In the daily report, enter a description of the services the CHP provided, such as traffic breaks, stationary patrol upstream of the work area, or circulating patrol, and complete the CHP officer and CHP vehicle information. The majority of Caltrans road projects (including this SR 41 example) fall under this category. Refer to Section 7-1.04, Public Safety, of the Standard Specifications, and Topic 902, Sight Distance and Clear Recovery Zone Standards, of the Highway Design Manual. If a change order is processed that requires COZEEP support, and it is estimated that existing state-furnished materials funding for COZEEP is not sufficient, include additional funding for COZEEP as part of the change order. Such conditions may alter the apparent pattern of the roadway and cause an eradicated line to appear to be a lane line. Any activity requiring a full roadway closure, Rapid-strength concrete operations, including concrete slab replacement, Roadway excavations that encroach on the traveled way and are not protected by K-rail, Cold planing hot mix asphalt for depths of 2 inches or greater, Asphalt or concrete pavement sealing operations, Placement of reinforcing steel or structural members, Falsework erection or removal, including adjustments. Themmbm.net DA: 11 PA: 37 MOZ Rank: 60. Extend exit ramp tapers back through the closure as an extension of the ramps shoulder line. Supplemental construction work may be necessary to retain the existing roadways effective operating characteristics. Acting as a resource for the resident engineer, construction engineer, DTM, and TMP manager during TMP implementation and reviewing the contractors construction contingency plan. Do not use the contract item for temporary crash cushion modules to pay for temporary crash cushion modules that are placed to fulfill the requirements of the Public Safety section. Caltrans District 7 (@CaltransDist7) / Twitter When changes are necessary, make one change at a time. Chapter 2: Safety and Traffic, Section 2: Traffic | Caltrans Create a physical facility that will encourage motorists to appropriately guide their vehicles on the intended path of travel and make it possible for the vehicle to perform as intended. Verify that temporary traffic stripe tape for use more than 14 days is applied according to the specifications, and temporary traffic stripe tape to remain in use 14 days or less is applied according to the manufacturers instructions. Construction staff needs to complete the job-related temporary pedestrian facilities training within 6 months of assignment to inspect or administer contracts if they have not taken the online training within the previous 3 years. Highway SR-17 over Santa Cruz Mountains CalTrans Lane Closures Do not allow the contractor to use the double-stick butyl pads provided by the channelizer manufacturer; these pads do not meet Caltrans requirements. Message Signs The Butterfly Lane Pedestrian Undercrossing in Montecito is open following a major improvement project. Do not allow the use of epoxy adhesive to place pavement markers in areas where the removal of the pavement markers is required. The statewide master agreement for COZEEP requires that all Caltrans requests for support be received by the supporting CHP area office during normal working hours and at least 72 hours before the time needed. Use the most current edition of the American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) publication Quality Guidelines for Temporary Traffic Control Devices and Features to confirm acceptability of traffic control devices. Confirm the contractor maintains barricades in good condition and keeps the reflective surfaces clean. Inspect the signs and equipment the contractor proposes to use, at the contractors or subcontractors yard if possible, before their first use. Caltrans - Division of Construction - California Some districts have adopted a practice of providing motorists additional warning by displaying information a mile or more in advance of the closure using portable or fixed changeable message signs. Anticipate needs for special treatments such as lighting. Request the user interface software and provide it to the Transportation Management Center for installation. Obtain from the contractor, the completed Form CEM-2311, Temporary Pedestrian Access Route Contractor Compliance Report, within 2 business days after construction of a temporary pedestrian access route. Section 7-1.04, Public Safety, requires that the contractor provide for the safety of the public during construction. Verify temporary pavement delineation is maintained until it is replaced with the permanent pavement delineation. Verify that portable flashing beacons comply with the requirements in Section 12-3.31, "Portable Flashing Beacons," of the Standard Specifications. Frequently, the plans for stage construction, detour, or traffic handling will require arrays of temporary crash cushion modules. Consider these details: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/construction/publications. If it becomes necessary to cancel the work, call the local CHP contact person listed in Part 4 of the task order as soon as possible. A contractors failure to perform is cause to suspend work. Encroachment permit provisions require the permittee to pick up a closure early without compensation. Do not allow the use of a damaged impact attenuator vehicle. A pedestrian traffic handling plan may be required if the contract plans do not identify the affected facility. Caltrans attempts to maintain safe and convenient access for pedestrians and bicyclists, who are susceptible to disruptions because of their slower speeds and sensitivity to uneven surfaces, noise, airborne dust, road debris, and fumes. For details related to preconstruction conferences, refer to Sections 5-002, Preconstruction Conference with Caltrans Personnel, and 5-003, Preconstruction Conference with the Contractor, of this manual. Consult with the district traffic manager for assistance with these items. Visit Quickmap@dot.ca.gov for latest road info. The Angeles CREST Highway (SR-2) is in the jurisdiction of Caltrans. Time and mileage are based on officers starting and stopping times at their reporting station and include travel to and from the project. Avoid sharply angled tapers. California Department of Transportation | Caltrans For this reason, district coordinators should not return an invoice to the CHP because the billing rates shown on the invoice do not agree with the rates in the contract. Check the installation and maintenance of Type P marker panel according to sheet A81C of the StandardPlans. Flash flooding and mudslides have closed some stretches on I- 5 and SR-58. Chapter 4: Construction Details, Section 12: Temporary - Caltrans Specification details for manufacture of signs is provided on the Caltrans Sign Specifications webpage (for CA coded signs) or in the FHWA Standard Highway Signs Book (for MUTCD coded signs). Confine the work area to as short a distance as practical. This will speed the placing of closures and allow for a more consistent taper alignment. Urgent, unpredictable situationsminor or of short durationcan arise during the work and should be addressed using engineering judgment. The resident engineer has the responsibility and authority for administering the traffic control plan and all other aspects of safety on construction projects. Maintain railings and walkways in good condition. Caltrans is working to clear the roads in order to reopen them. Verify no-passing zone signs are removed when no longer required. A person with a visual disability traveling with the aid of a long cane must be able to detect it. Lack of escape options increases the likelihood of motorist-involved accidents that will disrupt traffic flow. By itself, cost should not be a primary limiting factor. CalTrans Lane & Road Closures SR-91 East East Wed Mar 1 2023, 10:01PM Lasting 7 hours Full closure lasting 7 hours on On Ramp for Electrical Work affecting All lane(s) in District: 12 From: Beach Blvd, Rte 39 Buena Park to Artesia Frwy, Rte 91 Buena Park View on Google MapsID: C91QA-0018-2023-03-01-22:01:00 Midblock worksites should not cause pedestrians to skirt the worksite or make a midblock crossing. Confirm that the minimum lane widths in the standard special provisions and those shown on the Traffic Handling Plans match. The railroad company should be represented at a preconstruction meeting to discuss the schedule of work over or near railroad facilities. Require at all times the presence on the job of personnel representing the contractor who are capable of and empowered to make decisions quickly if the need arises. For example, if the number of lanes is reduced and the direction changed, complete the lane drop before starting the alignment change. CalTrans Lane & Road Closures SR-14 North Wed Mar 1 2023, 9:01AM Lasting 6 hours Full closure lasting 6 hours on Off Ramp for Road Maintenance affecting All lane (s) in District: 7 From: Antelope Valley Freeway, Route 14 Newhall to Placerita Canyon Rd Newhall View on Google Maps ID: C14CA-0003-2023-03-01-09:01:00 Wed Mar 1 2023, 9:01AM The contractor is responsible for accommodating pedestrians through or around the work zone whenever the work disrupts pedestrian facilities. Direct the contractor to provide PCMSs for use not otherwise provided for in the contract, with a minimum notice of 1 full working day. Obtain a contact cell phone number for the contractor before starting activities that require a portable changeable message sign and arrange for an inspection with the contractor before the first deployment. Verify that pallet height is 4 inches or less. Check that the attenuator meets the test level requirement for the posted speed limit. Before opening lanes to traffic, remove or obliterate all conflicting traffic stripes and markings. Then install in sequence all remaining signs and devices in the opposing direction of travel. Most parts are self-explanatory. All closure information is continually updated and subject to change. In accordance with the agreement, cancellations received less than 24 hours before work is to begin will be charged a cancellation fee of $50. Closure Search County All Counties Selected Counties: Alameda Contra Costa Marin Napa San Francisco San Mateo Santa Clara Solano Sonoma Route (s) All Routes Selected Routes: 1 4 9 12 13 17 24 25 29 35 37 61 77 80 82 84 Why doesn't your Road Closure website show the closures on Angeles Consideration for worker safety and the safe movement of traffic through work zones starts with planning. Division of Traffic Operations - Road Information - California Highway Information Road Information Know before you go : National Weather Service - Caltrans Social Media - QuickMap Real-time Travel Information Check Current Highway Conditions Enter Highway Number (s) You can also call 1-800-427-7623 for current highway conditions. If an existing pedestrian route will be affected by the work activities, verify the project includes Bid Item No.