Location

STEW 218CD

Session Number

150

Session Title

How Are They Doing? J-Turns in the Wild

Track Title

Safety

Event Description/Abstract

Restricted access U-turn (RCUT) and J-turn intersections are fairly new to Indiana. In the state system, four constructed J-turns have been in service for at least a year. This presentation will report on their effectiveness in crash reduction as well as address common fears and misconceptions about traffic diversion and their use by trucks. We will also speak on the public reception of a J-turn in the LaPorte District.

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Mar 11th, 9:00 AM Mar 11th, 9:50 AM

How Are They Doing? J-Turns in the Wild

STEW 218CD

Restricted access U-turn (RCUT) and J-turn intersections are fairly new to Indiana. In the state system, four constructed J-turns have been in service for at least a year. This presentation will report on their effectiveness in crash reduction as well as address common fears and misconceptions about traffic diversion and their use by trucks. We will also speak on the public reception of a J-turn in the LaPorte District.