SIKESTON—The Missouri Department of Transportation is currently preparing to retrofit two signals in Leadington, Mo., with flashing yellow arrows. The signals are located at the Route 32/Route 67 interchange on Route 32.
The updated signals will feature flashing yellow arrows for left turning traffic, which will help increase efficiency during off-peak times. A flashing yellow arrow will signify that drivers turning left should yield to oncoming traffic. The signals will also display solid green arrows when left turning traffic has the right of way. A solid yellow arrow will indicate drivers should prepare to stop or complete the turn if in the intersection.
Weather permitting, work will begin the week of Monday, Dec. 17, with the flashing yellow arrows expected to be in operation by the end of the week. As work is underway, traffic will be minimally impacted.
“By using the flashing yellow arrow during off-peak times, traffic on Route 32 will see fewer red lights,” said Traffic Studies Specialist Jordan Dalaviras.
Dalaviras explained flashing yellow arrows have been installed at numerous locations and have received positive reviews from area motorists.
“Across the state, we have had great success with flashing yellow arrows,” he said. “Motorists appreciate the increased efficiency and eased congestion.”
For more information, please contact Dalaviras at (573) 472-9043, District Traffic Engineer Craig Compas at (573) 472-5310 or MoDOT’s Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK-MoDOT (275-6636). A video of signals with flashing yellow arrows is also available at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6-hcgWt7co.
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