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Contraflow lane reversal is the altering of the normal flow of traffic on a highway to aid in an emergency evacuation or facilitate road construction. Learn about the different types, examples, and methods of contraflow lane reversal in various countries and regions.
A diagram of a Texas U-turn, also known as a Texas turnaround (this one with the local road over the limited-access highway) A Texas U-turn, or Texas turnaround, boomerang, or loop around, [citation needed] is a lane allowing cars traveling on one side of a one-way frontage road to U-turn onto the opposite frontage road (typically crossing over or under a freeway or expressway).
A contraflow lane is a lane in which traffic flows in the opposite direction of the surrounding lanes, often used for bicycles or bus rapid transit. Learn about the benefits, applications, and disambiguation of contraflow lanes in different cities and countries.
A continuous flow intersection (CFI) is an alternative design for an at-grade road junction that allows vehicles to cross before entering the intersection. Learn about its history, usage, and examples in different countries.
Wrong-way driving is the act of driving against the direction of traffic, which can be dangerous and fatal on highways. Learn about the factors, statistics, and efforts to prevent wrong-way driving in different countries and regions.
A diamond interchange is a common type of road junction, used where a controlled-access highway crosses a minor road. Learn about the variations of diamond interchanges, such as dumbbell, dogbone, and tight diamond, and see examples from different countries.
Learn about the history, types, and features of the Texas state highway system, owned and maintained by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). The system includes Interstate, U.S., state, toll, loops, spurs, farm to market, park, and recreational roads.
A reversible lane is a managed lane that can change direction depending on traffic conditions. Learn about the different types of reversible lanes, such as travel-lanes, passing lanes, and turn lanes, and how they are used in various situations.