Pennsylvania law requires that highway work zones on interstates with projects over $300,000 be equipped with speed-monitoring devices to alert drivers of their speed. Additionally, the law authorizes the Department of Transportation and local authorities to install and maintain traffic-control devices like stop and yield signs at intersections on state and local highways. These provisions aim to enhance safety and regulate traffic flow effectively.
Speed-monitoring devices are required in interstate highway work zones with projects exceeding $300,000, and they must be placed at least 500 feet before entering the work zone.
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation on state highways and local authorities on local highways are responsible for erecting and maintaining traffic-control devices like stop and yield signs.
Yes, local authorities may install and maintain traffic-control devices at intersections on highways under their jurisdiction.
The law authorizes the use of stop signs, yield signs, and other official traffic-control devices to regulate traffic at intersections.