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Traffic study finds no warrant for signal or four-way stop at Sterling Lakes intersection; council to work with HOA on pedestrian measures
Summary
An engineering review of Sterling Lakes Drive and New Brainerd Road found low accident counts and did not recommend a four-way stop, signal or roundabout; the city will work with the Sterling Lakes HOA on pedestrian access and crosswalk options.
City engineers told the council on Oct. 5 that a recent evaluation of the intersection at Sterling Lakes Drive and New Brainerd Road does not support installation of a traffic signal, four-way stop or roundabout, and that some such changes could increase the accident risk or require substantial private property and roadway footprint. The city recommended working with the Sterling Lakes Homeowners Association (HOA) to improve pedestrian access and visibility as an alternative.
Tom Sheehy, the city—s engineer, presented the study and said the intersection currently has a very low accident rate. His team reviewed alternatives including retaining…
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