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Originally Posted by isangpogi
Hey folks, I'm not a regular commenter in the SLC forums but I came across a plan from UDOT to install "flex-lanes" along 5400 South. I watched the video and it's nuts! There seems like way too much room for error with this... The yellow "in transition" phase especially seems like it lends itself to ambiguity to drivers unfamiliar with the corridor. What do you all think? Good idea, bad idea? What's the speed limit along this stretch because I can't imagine there not being some head-on wrecks as people figure this out! The other downside I see is the fact that it really clutters up the road with all those overhead signs, as there have to be enough for drivers to always have one visible.
Of course on the plus side, UDOT is maximizing the road capacity for minimal cost...
Here's the link to the video and info on the project: http://www.udot.utah.gov/flexlanes/ |
Yea I've been a bit worried about this as well. Knowing how us "Utah Drivers" drive I'm sure there will be some head-on wrecks while people have to learn how it works. I drove on 5400 South the other week as crews were placing these new "Flex lights" every 200 feet ( just a guess ) or so. But I haven't seen them on as of yet. Not sure when these "Flex lanes" open.