Overview
A rolling roadblock, also known as a temporary road closure, rolling block, pacing operation, or traffic pacing, is a common highway traffic control technique used to temporarily slow or stop traffic upstream of construction, maintenance, and utility work activities requiring a short-term full closure of the roadway. Transportation agencies around the country are actively utilizing rolling roadblocks for a variety of road work activities such as:
• Bridge construction and/or replacements.
• Placing or removing overhead lights or sign structures.
• Overhead utility work.
• Blasting for rock excavation or debris removal.
Rolling roadblocks allow for faster completion of road work activities by allowing workers full access on and above a roadway, and the opportunity for a safe environment by completely removing vehicles that would normally be in close proximity to workers.