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Median Barriers. RDG Chapter 6. Warrants for Median Barriers. Prevent cross-over crashes Median width and traffic volumes are variables. Figure 6.1. Figure 6.1. *Average Daily Traffic (Thousands). Median Width (Feet). *Based on a 5-Year Projection.
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Median Barriers RDG Chapter 6
Warrants for Median Barriers • Prevent cross-over crashes • Median width and traffic volumes are variables
Figure 6.1 Figure 6.1 *Average Daily Traffic(Thousands) Median Width (Feet) *Based on a 5-Year Projection
Other Warrant Considerations for Median Barriers • Median Cross Slope • Roadway Curvature • Vehicle Speed and Traffic Mix
Median Barrier Systems • 3 or 4-Strand Cable • W-Beam (weak post) • Box-Beam • W-Beam (strong post) • Thrie Beam • Modified Thrie Beam • Concrete Safety Shape
Median Barrier Location • Along Centerline • Adjacent to Higher Roadway • Paired Roadside Barriers
End Treatments for Median Barriers • Flared • Tapered • Anchored In Backslope • Shielded With Crash Cushion