3M MS Metal Delineator

What is the purpose of delineators?

Delineators are effective guidance devices at night and during adverse weather. An important advantage of delineators in certain locations is that they remain visible when the roadway is wet or snow covered. Delineators are considered guidance devices rather than warning devices

What is the importance of road delineators?

Traffic delineators explained While these delineators can be used in a wide variety of scenarios, they are designed to be used to mark the boundaries of the road in areas where visibility is low or there are circumstances that impede a driver's ability to identify where they should be driving.

What are the uses of traffic delineators?

The role of delineators is to provide visual assistance to drivers about alignment of the road ahead, especially at night. Delineators are particularly effective in the case of complex loca- tions involving changes in horizontal/vertical geometry, and during severe weather conditions such as heavy rain, fog or snow.

What are the benefits of delineation?

Delineation improvements have been shown to reduce head-on and run-off road crashes. Helps drivers to maintain a safe and consistent lateral vehicle position within the lane.