5.3.
Public Works Committee
- Meeting Date:
- 09/18/2012
- Submitted For:
- Grant Riemer
- By:
- Grant Riemer, Engineering/Public Works
Title:
Consider Stop Sign Request at 152nd Lane and Helium Street
Background:
On August 17, 2012 staff received a petition from residents in the neighborhood near the intersection of 152nd Lane and Helium Street. They are requesting the installation of a stop sign at this intersection (see attached maps).
Staff has reviewed the intersection and offers the the following information as background in considering this request.
The City of Ramsey follows the guide lines for stop sign installations provided in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)
Warrants for Stop Sign
Because the STOP sign causes a substantial inconvenience to motorists, it should only be used when warranted. A stop sign may be warranted at an intersection where one or more of the following conditions exist:
1. Intersection of less important road with a main road, where the application of the normal right-of-way rule is unduly hazardous
2.Street entering a through highway or street
3. Unsignalized intersection in a signalized area.
4. Other intersections where a combination of high speed, restricted view, and serious accident record indicates a need for control by the STOP sign.
Accident History
There have been no reported accidents at this intersection
Traffic
Traffic counts were taken for two 24 hour periods, starting 8/27-8/29. Traffic counts are taken in this manner to determine a 24 hour average.
Street Leg Daily Traffic Peak Hour
Helium St South 230 23
Helium St North 165 16
152nd Ln East 115 11
Intersection Avg 312/24 hr
Staff has reviewed the intersection and offers the the following information as background in considering this request.
The City of Ramsey follows the guide lines for stop sign installations provided in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)
Warrants for Stop Sign
Because the STOP sign causes a substantial inconvenience to motorists, it should only be used when warranted. A stop sign may be warranted at an intersection where one or more of the following conditions exist:
1. Intersection of less important road with a main road, where the application of the normal right-of-way rule is unduly hazardous
2.Street entering a through highway or street
3. Unsignalized intersection in a signalized area.
4. Other intersections where a combination of high speed, restricted view, and serious accident record indicates a need for control by the STOP sign.
Accident History
There have been no reported accidents at this intersection
Traffic
Traffic counts were taken for two 24 hour periods, starting 8/27-8/29. Traffic counts are taken in this manner to determine a 24 hour average.
Street Leg Daily Traffic Peak Hour
Helium St South 230 23
Helium St North 165 16
152nd Ln East 115 11
Intersection Avg 312/24 hr
Notification:
Notification has been sent to residents who's name appeared on the petition.
Observations:
The intersection does not meet any of the warrants for STOP signs outlined in MUTCD. Traffic volumes are low and visibility is satisfactory on all three legs
Funding Source:
Traffic Engineering
Cost Center 0260
Cost Center 0260
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommendation is to not install a stop sign at this intersection at this time.
Committee Action:
Motion to accept staff recommendation to not install stop signs at the intersection of 152nd Ln/Helium St
Motion to reject staff recommendation and choose an alternative based on committee discussion
Motion to reject staff recommendation and choose an alternative based on committee discussion
Attachments
Form Review
| Inbox | Reviewed By | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Kurt Ulrich | Kurt Ulrich | 09/13/2012 03:04 PM |
- Form Started By:
- Grant Riemer
- Started On:
- 08/22/2012 12:38 PM
- Final Approval Date:
- 09/13/2012