Work zone location markers are devices placed at the beginning and at the end of a work zone: the green marker indicates where the work zone begins, and the red marker indicates where it ends.
As part of a connected work zone or connected lane closure system (when an end marker is paired with a connected arrow board), these markers communicate the work zone’s location to government agencies and the motoring public using the US DOT’s Connected Work Zone Device protocols.
Being alerted in advance allows motorists to slow down, making work zones safer for workers and drivers.
Government agencies can proactively manage traffic conditions for the motoring public.
Work zone information is sent through the Work Zone Data Exchange to 3rd party data providers for enhanced travel information.
Project managers and government agencies have a history of work zone locations, direction (northbound /southbound), and duration.