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Name: Eli Road at Desoto Street Intersection and Pedestrian Crossing Review Date: April 22, 2021 Page: 3 Section 2B.9 states that stop and yield signs may be installed at the same intersection when either of the following exists: 1. A yield sign may be installed at the second crossroad of the divided highway where the median width at the intersection is 30 feet or greater. In this case a stop or yield sign may be installed at the entrance to the first roadway of a divided highway and a yield sign may be installed at the entrance to the second highway. 2. A yield sign may be installed for a channelized turn lane that is separated from the adjacent travel lanes by an island, even if the adjacent lanes at the intersection are controlled by a highway traffic control signal or by a stop sign. Since neither of the two cases stated above apply to the intersection conditions of Eli Rd at Desoto St, the existing traffic control is not compliant with MnMUTCD standards. In addition to not meeting MnMUTCD standards, the existing traffic control is likely confusing for drivers as it is not clear what the traffic control is for the other intersection approaches, making it challenging to determine when it is safe to traverse the intersection. Pedestrian Crossing Review The existing pedestrian crossing located along the west leg was also analyzed. Figures 3 and 4 show the existing crossing conditions along the southbound and eastbound approaches. Figure 3. Existing Pedestrian Crossing – Southbound Approach Figure 3 shows how the RRFB and pedestrian crossing signage is located prior to the crossing and does not include a diagonal downward pointing arrow plaque to indicate where the crossing is located. Section 2C.50 of the MnMUTCD states, “if a post-mounted pedestrian crossing sign is placed at the location of the crossing point where pedestrians might be crossing the roadway, a diagonal downward point arrow plaque shall be mounted below the sign”. Due the intersection geometry and crossing location it is challenging to add an arrow plaque to correctly warn drivers of where the crossing is located. Desoto St Eli Rd