Section B | Northbound/Southbound US 285 between CR 72 & Rosalie Road
Existing Conditions:
- Signalized intersection at CR 43A
- Short northbound acceleration lane at US 285 and CR 72 interchange
- Single lane northbound and two lanes southbound through signalized intersection
Safety Concerns:
- Significant traffic backups during the summer
- Public concerns regarding short acceleration lane
- Large queues of traffic and long wait time as CR 43A
- History of crashes in the area
Crash Review - Observed US 285 Crash Patterns
Two Vehicle Crashes
- Typical types of crashes: rear end, broadside, and left turns
- A total of 22 of these crashes were observed in the area between the timeframe of 2014 – 2019
- Possible Solutions: reducing turning movements, queuing, and median cross overs
Proposed Intersection Improvements
Project Goals:
- Reduce traffic queuing and delay
- Improve travel time
- Allow safer access for local residents
- Reduce traffic crashes
- Improve air quality