Recommended Citation
Brennan, T. M., Mitkey, S. R., & Bullock, D. M. (2014). Alternatives to raised pavement markers (RPMs) (Joint Transportation Research Program Publication No. FHWA/IN/JTRP-2014/01). West Lafayette, IN: Purdue University. https://doi.org/10.5703/1288284315340
DOI
10.5703/1288284315340
Abstract
Empirical evidence shows that raised pavement markers (RPMs) can become dislodged from the pavement when struck by snowplows, presenting a road hazard. Furthermore, a dislodged RPM opens an ingress point for water to reach the sub pavement, potentially reducing the design life of the pavement. To address this issue, Indiana conducted an evaluation of centerline rumble stripes (CLRSs) as an alternative to RPMs on rural, non-interstate, roadways.
Five pilot test sites consisting of 41.2 miles of roadway were constructed to evaluate CLRS performance in multiple regions of Indiana under various pavement conditions. CLRS were subsequently incorporated into INDOT’s 2013 Goals and approximately 238 project miles were programmed for construction. The project team participated in the development of a new specification for use in contract lettings after September 1, 2013.
This technical report summarizes that evaluation, briefly summarizes the project background and development of CLRS specifications, provides detailed photos of a fall 2013 deployment, and summarizes the post—construction close out meeting held on December 4, 2013.
Report Number
FHWA/IN/JTRP-2014/01
Keywords
RPM, pavement marker, rumble strip, rumble stripe
SPR Number
3528
Performing Organization
Joint Transportation Research Program
Sponsoring Organization
Indiana Department of Transportation
Publisher Place
West Lafayette, Indiana
Date of this Version
6-2014
Comments
Supplementary video for SPR-3528:
Bullock, D., Morris, T. (2014). Painted Rumble Stripes: Alternative to Raised Pavement Markers (RPMs). Purdue University Research Repository. doi: 10.4231/R7ZW1HV3