What is the primary purpose of a Right-Of-Way Control Category 6 plan?

• A. To provide a fixed schedule for lane closures regardless of conditions.
• B. To ensure maximum speed through the work zone at all times.
• C. To safely manage traffic through a work zone by applying approved temporary traffic control devices and procedures in accordance with MUTCD and project specs.
• D. To replace traffic control devices with permanent infrastructure.

Answer: (C)

The primary goal is to safely manage traffic through a work zone by applying approved temporary traffic control devices and procedures in accordance with MUTCD and project specs. This plan sets up how lanes are closed or shifted, where signs and barriers go, and how workers and motorists should move through the site, all using standardized guidance so traffic flows predictably and safety is prioritized. The approach is tailored to the project and conditions, with clear sequences for phasing and detours, and it is reviewed and approved before work starts. It isn’t about a fixed schedule that ignores conditions, nor about maximizing speed, nor about replacing temporary devices with permanent infrastructure.