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From District 5 Public Affairs
A pair of new and upgraded full color changeable message boards (CMS) have been installed on northbound U.S. Highway 101 near State Route 154 and near the North Bound Pueblo Street off-ramp in Santa Barbara.
These new full-color message boards several represent a major upgrade than what was there before and include significant advantages.
Enhanced visibility: Include a full color display that provides a wider range of colors for more impactful and eye-catching messages, improving driver attention and comprehension.
Increased brightness: Allow better visibility in all lighting conditions, including daylight and nighttime, ensuring messages are easily readable even in challenging environments.
Improved reliability and enhanced weather resistance: To withstand harsh weather conditions like extreme temperatures, rain, snow and high winds, ensuring long-term durability and minimizing maintenance needs.
Greater versatility with color capabilities: Allows for more-dynamic and informative messages, including graphics and symbols, enhancing communication effectiveness.
Increased safety/improved driver awareness: Resulting in more effective communication of critical information such as road closures, accidents, weather alerts and construction zones resulting in informed decision-making.
By upgrading to the latest full-color CMS technology, Caltrans can significantly improve driver safety, enhance traffic flow, and provide more effective and engaging communication to motorists.
Pelagic Engineering based in Oxnard was the contractor for this $188,000 project.