That's right up there with "U Turn Straight Ahead" on northbound Winthrop St between MVP an High (I know what it means, but no driver will ever figure it out in time to actually have it guide their actions)

Will forward to the Traffic Division.

Captain Clemente - Medford Police Department assigned this issue to SGT Charles Hartnett

I'm holding out hope that when the bridge is done, there will be real traffic control and pedestrian-friendly options at this intersection. Pedestrians crossing anywhere in the area is life-threatening. And vehicle traffic from South Street and the down-ramp from 16 crossing to the 93 on-ramp or turning (left or right) onto Main Street is completely unsafe. Taking refuge halfway across the intersection eastbound and waiting for a break in the northbound traffic is especially hazardous.

Bike-friendly options, too!!

Dear Ms. Zazinski:

Thank you for your email.

There have been other similar complaints about the intersection of Main Street and South Street. MassDOT recognizes that turning left or continuing straight from South Street is indeed very difficult. We are now in the process of providing new conduits under the roadway at that intersection as well as the one at the Main Street/Route 16 West Ramps. These conduits are for possible future traffic signals and will be installed by the contractor performing the work on the Cradock Bridge project. Please understand that there is no approved project at this time to install fully functioning traffic signals at these locations. However, should a project be approved, the conduits will already be in place, making signal installation much easier.

In addition to the above response, it is also very difficult to cross Main Street on foot at this location. This can also be addressed in a future project now that conduits are being provided.

Enforcement would be up to the City’s Police Department.

We hope this addresses your concerns.

Regards,

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