Roundabouts

What Is a Roundabout?

A roundabout is a one-way circular intersection designed to:

  • Reduce traffic congestion
  • Improve safety
  • Save time for drivers and pedestrians

How Roundabouts Work

Roundabouts follow a few key rules:

  • Traffic flows counterclockwise around a central island.
  • Vehicles entering the roundabout must yield to:
    • Pedestrians in crosswalks
    • Vehicles already in the roundabout
  • The curved design slows down traffic, making it safer for everyone.
  • Drivers must signal before exiting the roundabout.
  • Pedestrians should only cross at marked crosswalks—never walk through the center island or across traffic lanes.

Rules of the Roundabout

  1. Slow down as you approach.
  2. Look for pedestrians and yield at crosswalks.
  3. Yield to traffic already in the roundabout.
  4. Enter to the right and continue around until your exit.
  5. Use your turn signal before exiting.

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