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Evaluation of Guide Sign Fonts Pooled Fund Study. Janelle Anderson Tort Claims and Traffic Standards Engineer Minnesota Department of Transportation. Lead Agency – Mn/DOT. Partners Committed: MN, CA, FL, IA Duration: 24 Months 100% SP&R Approval
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Evaluation ofGuide Sign Fonts Pooled Fund Study Janelle Anderson Tort Claims and Traffic Standards Engineer Minnesota Department of Transportation
Lead Agency – Mn/DOT • Partners Committed: MN, CA, FL, IA • Duration: 24 Months • 100% SP&R Approval • Commitment to date: $120,000 of the $150,000 required • FHWA considering joining
Objective Conduct a field evaluation of “enhanced” guide sign font(s) versus the Series E (modified) and Clearview 5WR for use on guide signs Legibility distance will be the measure of effectiveness Nighttime data collection Two test groups (young – 28-54 and older - 55+)
E-Mod-Enhanced E-Mod