Sullivan at Greenwell Springs Signal Modification

From the City of Central
    On Tuesday, October 28, 2014, the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) modified the eastbound left turn signal on Greenwell Springs Rd (LA37) at Sullivan Rd to a protected left turn on arrow only signal.   This change was recommended after a study was conducted due to multiple crashes at this intersection due to drivers failing to yield on an unprotected left turn scenario.
    Prior to this change, drivers eastbound on Greenwell Springs Rd (LA37) turning north onto Sullivan Rd could make an unprotected left turn on green without an arrow.  This option resulted in numerous accidents with injuries from “t-bone” collisions with vehicles westbound on Greenwell Springs Rd.   By changing the signal to a “protected left turn on arrow only”, officials are hoping that the number of accidents can be reduced.  
    Officials urge motorists who wish to travel north on Sullivan Rd from Greenwell Springs Rd to use the Greenwell Springs Rd / Central Thruway intersection as an alternate to avoid having to stop at the stop sign at Sullivan Rd at Central Thruway.