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Northeast Sector
50th St / 9th Ave NE, map
Respondent #2, 5/19/08
There is, on average, 2-3 accidents at this intersection every month. It's extremely dangerous as there is no left hand turn signal so people turn left blindly since they cannot see oncoming traffic. This is how the accidents almost always happen. I pick up glass, bumpers and other car parts from this corner every month. This (photo) is heading East so cars make a left-hand turn into oncoming traffic.
Seattle Department of Transportation (SDoT) Response, 10/23/08
In response to your comments, SDOT reviewed collision history and vehicle volumes for this intersection. The number of reported accidents is quite low; however, we do know that often minor "fender benders" do not get reported to the Seattle Police Department, which is our source of recorded collision history. Traffic volume data reflects that the number of turning movements is low as well.
A staff visit to the site suggests that further investigation is warranted. I have requested additional data, including traffic speed studies, and will be working with the community to discuss possible alternatives, such as restricting the turn movement. There is also the proximity of this intersection to I-5 - this condition makes for greater complexity in choosing the best solution for all concerned. Therefore, it will be another month before SDOT can inform you how we intend to proceed to improve safety at this location.
Thank you again for writing. I will contact you when my studies are completed.
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