Red Bank analyzes safety upgrades for Dayton Boulevard and Morrison Springs Road

The City of Red Bank, TN, held a work session on June 3, 2025, focusing on a safety analysis for the intersection of Dayton Boulevard and Morrison Springs Road. The meeting highlighted a comprehensive study aimed at improving pedestrian safety and managing vehicle flow in the area, which has seen a significant number of accidents in recent years.

The report presented during the session outlined several corrective measures categorized into short-term and long-term improvements. Key recommendations included enhanced signage and road markings, adjustments to traffic signal timings, and the installation of rapid flashing beacons at crosswalks to increase pedestrian visibility. The study emphasized the need for better synchronization of traffic signals along the corridor to improve traffic flow and safety.

Specific improvements suggested for Morrison Springs Road included restriping to facilitate safer lane changes and the installation of linear posts to guide drivers and prevent lane crossing. The analysis noted that rear-end and angle collisions were prevalent due to high-speed vehicle movement and limited pedestrian visibility, particularly during rush hour.

The city plans to prioritize these safety enhancements, with immediate actions such as the installation of Jersey barriers in front of storefronts slated for implementation as soon as the new budget is approved. The report also called for further assessment of the feasibility and prioritization of the proposed changes to ensure effective implementation.

Overall, the discussions underscored the city's commitment to enhancing safety at this critical intersection, which has remained largely unchanged for the past 25 to 30 years. The meeting concluded with an invitation for questions, reflecting the city's openness to community input on these important safety measures.