Road department seeks ATRIP 2 grant for intersection safety after several crashes

The road department requested commission approval to submit an ATRIP 2 grant application to fund improvements at the intersection of State Road 191 and County Road 50. Staff said crash reports at that intersection indicate multiple collisions, and limited sight distance for northbound traffic on County Road 50 where a steep hill and curve reduce visibility.

Staff said its crash data showed seven accidents since the last application, including at least one incident involving a driver under the influence. Witness statements cited drivers failing to see oncoming traffic over the hill. The department argued sight-distance improvements and intersection work would reduce recurring accidents and asked the commission to approve the application.

Commissioners asked general questions about the project and scheduled normal project updates (striping, chip seal and wearing-surface schedules) but did not take a formal vote in this session. The ATRIP 2 application was presented for approval to be placed on the next meeting agenda.