626 Barrier Reflectors

Barrier Reflectors – General (626.01)

Materials, Qualified Product List (QPL) (626.02)

Barrier Reflector Installation (626.04)

Documentation Requirements – 626 Barrier Reflectors

Barrier Reflectors – General (626.01)

This information is intended to serve as a guide for construction personnel where the Contractor furnishes and installs barrier reflectors.  However, it may also be useful for maintenance personnel performing the same functions.  Inspection procedures are outlined.  This information points out the various important features and references the applicable specification or standard drawing.

Materials, Qualified Product List (QPL) (626.02)

Make sure that all barrier reflectors used on a project are approved and listed on the Qualified Product List at the following web site:

Item 720.04 Barrier Reflector Type A & B

http://www.odotonline.org/materialsmanagement/qpl.asp?specref=720.04BO

Barrier Reflector Installation (626.04)

1. Ensure that the color of the reflector matches the color of the nearest edge line.

2. Ensure type A & A2 guardrail blockout reflectors are installed on the side of blockout away from traffic.

3. Ensure that the guardrail blockout reflectors are installed on the side of the blockout nearest the edge of the pavement.

4. Ensure that the guardrail blockout reflectors are installed so that the reflective surface is above the guardrail.

5. Ensure that the type B & B2 are installed with the top of the barrier reflector 26 inches(650 mm) above the near edge of pavement, except that the top of the barrier reflector is at least 3 inches (75 mm) below the top of the concrete barrier.

6. Ensure that the barrier reflector does not extend further than 5 inches (125 mm) in a horizontal direction towards the traffic lanes.

7. Ensure that loose concrete, rust, dirt and other loose materials are removed from the surface of the concrete barrier or guard rail using a wire brush. Apply adhesive to clean and moisture-free surface according to manufacturer’s recommendations.

Barrier Reflector Type A and A2

Barrier Reflector Type B and B2

Documentation Requirements - 626 Barrier Reflectors

1. Document on CA-D-3A that installation performed as per 626.04

2. Document on CA-D-3A that material and products based on certified test data and all drawings

3. Document on CA-D-3A the types of barrier reflector for pay