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<br /> As can be seen in the following diagram, the intersections controlled by roundabouts are about <br /> the same size as the intersections that have 2-way stop sign control. Many people confuse the <br /> concept of modem roundabouts with the much larger traffic rotaries that are found in some east <br /> coast cities and in Europe. The compact urban roundabouts being designed for Valley Avenue <br /> are 110 feet from comer to comer and only have one lane circulating around the center <br /> landscaped island. <br /> Typical Roundabout and 2-way Stop Controlled Intersections on Valley Avenue <br /> ..........' .. <br /> V.nQA_....lN._) <br /> ...... .. ..,'. ......... ..."'. ,.,:..".... " .... :~., <br /> ~~':/1~;.;,.:...;..~~.;.;;...;;.;;.~~;;..~_J '.: ~~~:.-,: ~ <br /> ............., -- ~ , ~- <br /> ~ <br /> ......, <br /> -:..,,;,......._~--- <br /> ..; .~~~~-~~~~7~~~~~__ <br /> L .~ . <br /> I <br /> The advantages of using single-lane roundabouts include: <br /> . Intersections controlled by roundabouts experience lower traffic collision rates than do <br /> traffic signal and multi-way stop controlled intersections. <br /> . Slower traffic speeds along the roadway corridor. <br /> . Reduced traffic delays and automotive emissions. <br /> . Increased landscaping area compared to signal and stop controlled intersections. <br /> . Reduced operating costs. <br /> . Creates an attractive entry feature in residential and commercial areas. <br /> SR:01: 171 <br /> Page 3 <br />