The concrete barrier named after the New Jersey Department of Transportation that first developed it is called what?

• A. Jersey Wall
• B. Jersey Barrier
• C. Guard Barrier
• D. Med Barrier

Answer: (B)

Jersey Barrier. This concrete barrier was developed by the New Jersey Department of Transportation to provide a robust, crashworthy separation between lanes. Its shape—a fairly tall, solid barrier with a slight slope and a vertical front—helps redirect vehicles that impact it, reducing cross-median crashes and protecting the travel lanes. The widely accepted and formal name for this barrier is Jersey Barrier; Jersey Wall is a common informal term, but Jersey Barrier is the standard designation.