New Traffic Signal Upgrade Added To Boulder Intersection

Boulder CO

04 December, 2019

1:30 PM

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BOULDER, CO — New traffic signal technology has been added to one of Boulder's busiest intersections, the city announced Wednesday. A 'Pedestrian Protect' feature has been added to the traffic signal at 30th and Walnut streets. The feature keeps the left-turn arrow red for vehicles when a pedestrian pushes the walk button to cross 30th Street, providing extra protection from vehicles waiting to turn. The intersection is currently the only one in the city that has Pedestrian Protect; however the city is looking to add the feature to other intersections, officials said. (Stay up-to-date on Boulder news with Boulder Patch! There are many ways for you to connect and stay in touch: Free Newsletters and Email Alerts | Facebook) The new feature is part of the city's 2019 Transportation Master Plan and Vision Zero Action Plan. The city's plan is to "reduce the number of traffic-related fatalities and serious injures to zero," officials said.