2 new roundabouts for rural P.E.I.
Design unique to Atlantic Canada with reduced curbs and medians
Two new roundabouts will be built in rural P.E.I. during the upcoming construction season, Transportation Minister Rob Vessey announced Thursday.
They will be constructed at the intersection of Baldwins Road and the 48 Road (located east of Cardigan, south of Mount Stewart) and in Stanley Bridge at the intersection of Cavendish and Rattenbury Roads.
Vessey said these new roundabouts will be unique to Atlantic Canada and are specifically designed for intersections in rural communities that see less traffic than urban areas.
They are similar to existing roundabouts, but have reduced curbs and medians costing less to build.
The department researched the use of these roundabouts and found they were successful in improving road safety in
On mobile? See map of roundabout locations here.
Comments
To encourage thoughtful and respectful conversations, first and last names will appear with each submission to CBC/Radio-Canada's online communities (except in children and youth-oriented communities). Pseudonyms will no longer be permitted.
By submitting a comment, you accept that CBC has the right to reproduce and publish that comment in whole or in part, in any manner CBC chooses. Please note that CBC does not endorse the opinions expressed in comments. Comments on this story are moderated according to our Submission Guidelines. Comments are welcome while open. We reserve the right to close comments at any time.
Become a CBC Account Holder
Join the conversation Create account
Already have an account?