I almost forgot again about this set of photos showing the implementation of a counterflow scheme along a long stretch of road in Bangkok. Heading out of Bangkok, I was able to take photos of the counterflow lanes and variable traffic signs used for this purpose. We were northbound meaning we were traveling outbound of the metropolis and opposed to the peak direction (southbound was inbound to Bangkok).

Approaching an overpass where variable traffic signs are installed overhead (i.e., on a gantry).

It is easy to see which lanes are assigned for our direction and which ones for the opposite flow.

On the overpass, you can see that the variable signs are installed at regular intervals. There are a few cones that act as physical separators (not really barriers) between opposing flows.

Sort of a close up of the variable signs and a cone. I assume the cones are placed there by traffic authorities. They might be transferred to the other side of the overpass if the counterflow was in favor of our direction.

Another photo showing the installed variable signs towards the other end of the overpass.

Four lanes are assigned to inbound traffic while only two are for outbound traffic.

At the foot of the overpass is a pedestrian overpass. The stairs appear to be quite steep based on the photo. I’m  not aware of criticisms of the pedestrian footbridges in Bangkok. I would have to ask my Thai friends about their designs.

Another overpass where all lanes are assigned to the southbound direction

The parked vehicle on the chevron is with the traffic authority of Bangkok.

I actually started writing this in April last year. I will try to finish some drafts I started last year this month while also posting about my recent travel to Bicol.

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