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Rocky Ridge council orders four‑way stop at Mountain Ridge and Rockwell after residents raise safety concerns
Summary
After residents reported higher speeds following repaving and cited limited visibility and winter driving risks, the Rocky Ridge council voted to install a four‑way stop for east–west traffic at Mountain Ridge/Rockwell and discussed cost and alternatives.
Residents told the council that new pavement at the Mountain Ridge/Rockwell intersection has increased vehicle speeds and raised safety worries for children and drivers navigating the hill in winter. Concerns included limited sight lines and the risk that vehicles could slide on the slope if forced to stop.
Council discussion weighed several options: installing a four‑way stop, constructing a gutter/dip to act like a speed bump, moving flashing stop‑sign lights from another intersection, adding “Stop Ahead” warning signs, or painting warnings on the road surface. Some residents and council members noted tradeoffs, including reduced traffic flow and winter slide risks for stop signs.
Council Member Chuck Todd moved to install a four‑way stop for east–west traffic; Council Member Byron Allred seconded. The council voted to approve the motion. Officials discussed an estimated equipment cost of about $1,000 per stop sign and a possible gutter/dip cost near $4,000.
The council assigned Public Works to implement the signage and markings and set a follow‑up to report progress to the council.
