Median Barrier with Painted Endcaps
Neighborhood Traffic Circle
INTERSECTIONS & ROADWAYS INTERSECTIONS & ROADWAYS
Median Barrier with Painted Endcaps
Barrier in the center of the roadway that physically separates opposing vehicular traffic . Median barriers can also help control access to and from side streets and driveways , reducing the number of conflict points .
Cost $$$
Low Cost / Quick Build alternative available
Neighborhood Traffic Circle
Neighborhood traffic circles are circular intersections similar to roundabouts , but are stop controlled on the approach and intended for smaller intersections . Typically , they supplement existing stop-controlled intersections with a circular island in the center that is designed to slow traffic and eliminates severe conflict points ( such as conflicting left-turn movements ).
Cost $$$
Low Cost / Quick Build alternative available
Relevant Crash Types Run Off Road Sideswipes Fixed Object
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Relevant Crash Types Rear-End
Safe System Hierarchy |
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Remove Severe Conflicts |
Reduce Vehicle Speeds |
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APPENDIX B : COUNTERMEASURES TOOLBOX B-14