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Blurring the Lines: Dealing with the TN/NC Rockslides

Blurring the Lines: Dealing with the TN/NC Rockslides. Jennifer Brandenburg Greg Duncan. Outline. Setting the stage Communicating the message R epairing the road Opening the road Processing the paperwork. Communicating the Message. Law enforcement education GPS and detour issues.

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Blurring the Lines: Dealing with the TN/NC Rockslides

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  1. Blurring the Lines: Dealing with the TN/NC Rockslides Jennifer Brandenburg Greg Duncan

  2. Outline • Setting the stage • Communicating the message • Repairing the road • Opening the road • Processing the paperwork

  3. Communicating the Message • Law enforcement education • GPS and detour issues

  4. Communicating the Message • Message boards • Motorist assistance patrols • Snow and ice response

  5. Repairing the Road • Analyzing the problem: • 3D models • Investigations • Sample contracts • Specialty contractors • Specialty installations

  6. While the Road Was Closed • Resurfacing • Geometric upgrades • Tunnel lighting and repairs • Drainage updates • Barrier rail repairs and upgrades

  7. Bridge Deck Repairs

  8. Repairing the Road • Mitigation work • Contracts • Rock fences • Surveys • Rock Bolts • ER funds

  9. Opening the Roads • I-40 Slide • Closed October 25, 2009 • Opened April 25, 2010 • Closed exactly 6 months • Total Cost = $15 million

  10. Opening the Roads • US 64 • Closed November 10, 2009 • 2nd Rock Slide Jan. 19, 2010 • Opened April 14, 2010 • Closed 5 months • Total Cost = $2.9 million

  11. Opening the Roads • US 129 • Closed March 14, 2010 • Opened July 9, 2010 • Closed 4 months • Total cost = $2.6 million

  12. Processing the Paper Work • FHWA roles • Public information • Motorist assistance patrols • Law enforcement overtime • Memorandums of agreement • Paying the bills

  13. Questions

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