The City of Twin Falls will temporarily close the outside northbound and southbound lanes of Washington Street between Addison Avenue and Shoup Avenue beginning at 5 a.m. June 22 through June 23, so City street crews can install traffic delineators to improve safety and reduce collisions along one of the city's busiest corridors.
The delineators, which will be installed along the yellow center line, are durable polymer posts that discourage drivers from crossing the two sets of yellow lines. The project comes in response to a growing number of motorists attempting to cross the yellow double centerline, which is not permitted.
According to the Twin Falls Police Department, the area has experienced a significant increase in traffic collisions related to these incidents. In addition to the safety concerns, crashes along this section of Washington Street create substantial traffic delays for other drivers. Emergency response activities, collision investigations, as well as vehicle and debris removal can result in traffic backups that extend beyond the immediate area — sometimes reaching north of Filer Avenue.
"These improvements are being made to protect motorists, reduce preventable crashes, and improve traffic flow along Washington Street," said Twin Falls City Mayor Jason Brown. "By preventing illegal and unsafe crossing movements, the City hopes to reduce the number of collisions and the lengthy traffic disruptions that follow."
Motorists should use caution, reduce speed, and follow all posted traffic control devices while crews are installing the delineators. The City of Twin Falls appreciates the public's patience as these safety improvements are completed.
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