The new traffic signal at the intersection of Cranberry Street and the Bayfront Parkway (Route 4034) in the City of Erie is scheduled to be turned to flashing mode later this week.
The flashing mode, which is expected to start February 5, 2025, weather permitting, will continue for a minimum of three days. At that time, the signal will be fully operational. It will be managed through an omnidirectional detection system that will trigger the light to change only when vehicles are stopped on Cranberry Street.
The new system will also include countdown pedestrian signal heads, a protected left turn arrow with a flashing yellow phase for westbound traffic on the Bayfront Parkway waiting to turn onto Cranberry Street, and emergency vehicle preemption capabilities.
The work is being done as part of the Cranberry Street Safety Improvement Project, which is focused on improving pedestrian safety and traffic efficiency at the intersection.
Work in 2024 included new ADA curb ramps, sidewalk upgrades, pavement markings, and asphalt paving on Cranberry Street. Along with the traffic signal, work in 2025 will include landscaping in the spring.
The contractor is M&B Services of Clarion, PA. The contract cost is $571,142.
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