A number of residents have raised concerns regarding crashes and near misses as a result of vehicles on Broughton Street failing to 'give way'. Council is investigating potential solutions to this problem and seeks your feedback on two suggested options.
Background
Members of the community have raised concerns regarding regular conflicts between vehicles at the intersection of Allinga Avenue and Broughton Street, Glenside.
Although 'Give Way' signage, adequate sight distance and pavement bar medians are in place at this intersection, 'close calls' and crashes have continued to occur.
Council has identified two potential solutions for residents to consider - aContinue reading
A number of residents have raised concerns regarding crashes and near misses as a result of vehicles on Broughton Street failing to 'give way'. Council is investigating potential solutions to this problem and seeks your feedback on two suggested options.
Background
Members of the community have raised concerns regarding regular conflicts between vehicles at the intersection of Allinga Avenue and Broughton Street, Glenside.
Although 'Give Way' signage, adequate sight distance and pavement bar medians are in place at this intersection, 'close calls' and crashes have continued to occur.
Council has identified two potential solutions for residents to consider - a Driveway Entry or a roundabout.
Option 1 - Roundabout Treatment
One solution would be the installation of a roundabout at the intersection, similar to that installed at the nearby intersection of Allinga Avenue and Windsor Road.
A roundabout would help to address the identified issues by obliging vehicles to slow down and give way at the intersection.
Roudabout Concept below:
Option 2 - Driveway Entry Link Treatment
A Driveway Entry would create the appearance of a ‘T intersection’ when travelling west along Broughton Street towards Allinga Avenue. It is expected this would significantly reduce the likelihood of vehicles failing to ‘give way’ and therefore greatly improve road safety. A Driveway Entry allows for two-way traffic flow, but only in one direction at a time.
Vehicles wanting to travel through the entry are required to stop and give-way to vehicles already passing through it. An example of this is shown below.
The installation of a Driveway Entry or roundabout would result in a small loss of on-street parking. Street lighting would be reviewed and potentially upgraded to ensure adequate and safe lighting at night, or in poor light conditions.
Feedback requested
Prior to proceeding Council seeks feedback on your preferred solution. Residents will be advised of the outcome of this consultation prior to any works commencing.
Please complete the survey below by Friday 9 December 2016.
For more information
If you require more information please do not hesitate to contact David Hayes, Council's Principal Traffic Engineer, on 8366 4200.
