Operational and Safety Effects of Driving on Paved Shoulders in Texas

Fambro, Daniel B.; Turner, D. S.; Rogness, R. O.

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Operational and Safety Effects of Driving on Paved Shoulders in Texas

1981-01-01
By Fambro, Daniel B. ; Turner, D. S. ; Rogness, R. O.

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Creators:

Fambro, Daniel B. ; Turner, D. S. ; Rogness, R. O.
Corporate Creators:

Texas Transportation Institute. Texas A&M University
Corporate Contributors:

Texas State Department of Highways and Public Transportation ; United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration
Subject/TRT Terms:

Data Collection Driving Highway Operations Interviewing Paved Shoulders Questionnaires Road Shoulders Traffic Safety
Publication/ Report Number:

FHWA-TX-81/31+265-2F
Resource Type:

Tech Report
Geographical Coverage:

Texas ; United States
Edition:

Final Report
Corporate Publisher:

Texas Transportation Institute. Texas A&M University
Abstract:

Paved shoulders in Texas are used by many drivers for making a large variety of traffic maneuvers and for satisfying numerous driving task demands. Unfortunately, there is little information as to the types and frequencies of this usage and the impacts and conditions under which they occur. This report documents research that was directed at providing answers to these questions. A combination questionnaire and personal interview technique was used to gain additional insight into this issue. Responses from twenty-four engineers provided credible shoulder usage information on intended functions, operational and safety problems, field experiences and relative benefits. A laboratory study was designed to assess motorist understanding of the legal issues involved with driving on paved shoulders. In addition, the study investigated driver preferences for and experiences with shoulder usage. This study was administered to 96 "average motorists and 91 law enforcement officers.
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Funding:

2-18-79-265
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US Transportation Collection
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