Motorists, pedestrians, and bicyclists face greater mobility challenges and safety risks at intersections as traffic volumes grow and congestion worsens. Agencies need safer, more balanced designs that keep people moving. Innovative intersection designs offer many safety and operational benefits, and are being built more often because they can deliver more for less. In the case of U-Turn-based intersection designs, certain movements that are higher risk – such as direct left-turns – are modified to a combination of right-turns and U-turns. The Restricted
Crossing U-Turn (RCUT) design has proven to be a very successful strategy to reduce the number and severity of i ntersection crashes and improve traffic operations.

This webinar will cover:
– What is an RCUT? / How do they work?
– Why are they advantageous?
– Where are they applicable?
– Are they beneficial for pedestrians and bicyclists?
– What are some fundamental design considerations for RCUTs?
– Do RCUTs require special signs or pavement markings?

Registration: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3806304054188206350