Toledo Blade at US 41 left-turn capacity
Summary
Commissioner Doherty reports near-misses at US 41 and Midway from drivers making U-turns at modified median openings, with inadequate signage. An intersection improvement project is already programmed for that location.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
Costs were described as not expensive, with possible county proportionate-share funding during developer construction.
Drivers at US 41 median openings if signage and design are improved.
Drivers exposed to near-miss collisions from sudden U-turns at Midway and similar intersections.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Metropolitan Planning Organization - Aug 3, 2026
The roundabout at Carmalita Street has peak-hour problems, Flamingo/Centennial Boulevard needs a signal or median changes, and commissioners floated a full US 41 corridor study as growth continues.
Metropolitan Planning Organization - May 18, 2026
Commissioner Doherty reports near-misses at US 41 and Midway from drivers making U-turns at modified median openings, with inadequate signage. An intersection improvement project is already programmed for that location.
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