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Roundabouts
Roundabouts in the City of Camrose | What is a Modern Roundabout?
How to Drive a Roundabout | Traffic Circle vs Modern Roundabout
Modern Roundabouts in the City of Camrose
The City of Camrose has installed modern roundabouts in two new residential areas. They are in the subdivisions of Westpark at the intersecton of 73 Street and 45 Avenue and in Valleyview in the intersection of Valleyview Drive and 28 Avenue.
What is a modern roundabout?
A modern roundabout is a new form of intersection control that provides safe and efficient traffic flow. It is a one-way circular intersection without traffic signal equipment in which traffic flows around a center island. It operates with yield control at the entry points, and gives priority to vehicles within the roundabout.
General Rules of Driving a Roundabout:
- Slow down upon approach to the roundabout
- Watch for traffic signs (one way and yield signs)
- Yield to pedestrians and bicyclists as you enter and exit the roundabout
- Look to the left for traffic
- Enter when it is safe
- Keep your speed low within the roundabout
- Exit carefully to your destination
Why use a Roundabout?
Slower vehicle speeds (under 25 kph) mean:
- Drivers have more time to judge and react to other vehicles and pedestrians
- Easier to use for older and novice drivers
- Reduction in the severity of accidents compared to stop signs or signals
- Pedestrians are safer
Efficient traffic flow:
- Traffic always on the move - less delay
- 30-50% increase in traffic capacity
Other Benefits:
- Reduction in pollution and fuel use
- Less noise due to fewer stops and starts
- No signal equipment to install and repair
- Provides traffic calming
- Improves visual quality and character through aesthetic landscaping
Location 1: Westpark - 73 Street and 45 Avenue
Location 2: Valleyview - Valleyview Drive and 28 Avenue
Roundabouts move traffic safely and efficiently through an intersection because:
- Conflicts are reduced.
- Speeds are reduced and are more consistent.
- There is easy decision making.
- Pedestrians cross one direction of traffic at a time.
For more detailed information on roundabouts please see the following sections:
- Roundabouts in the City of Camrose
- What is a Modern Roundabout?
- How to Drive a Roundabout
- Traffic Circle vs Modern Roundabout
If you have any questions please contact the City of Camrose Engineering Department at 672-4428 or by email.