WASHINGTON TWP. — The roundabout under construction in Washington Township, located at Mad River Road and Alex Bell Road, is now open, according to a news release.
There will be a ribbon cutting ceremony this afternoon at 1 p.m. at the Montgomery County Pump Station on Alex Bell Road.
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The roundabout cost $967,000 looking to boost traffic efficiency and safety with the purpose of forcing drivers to slow down, the county said.
“Research shows roundabouts are safer than other types of intersections,” said Paul Gruner, Montgomery County Engineer.
On average, roundabouts reduce total crashes by 35%, injuries by 76%, and fatalities by 90%, according to the county.
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“We know some drivers may find roundabouts intimidating,” Gruner said.
When driving on a roundabout, the county has this advice:
- Slow down
- Yield when entering (Drivers in the circle have the right of way)
- Look to your left and enter the circle by turning right
- Once you’ve entered, do not stop
- Turn right to exit the roundabout onto your desired road
- If you see or hear an emergency vehicle, exit the roundabout and then pull over
The new roundabout took about four months to construct.
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