QUESTION: Would Cincinnati Traffic Engineering consider installing a light at the T-junction of Red Bank and Duck Creek roads in Oakley to be synchronized with the exiting light at the Red Bank Expressway and Duck Creek? Red Bank and Duck Creek are becoming increasingly busy, with more volume expected with the installation of the Fifth Third Bank Technical Facility in the area. - Pam Coleman, Hyde Park

        ANSWER: Cincinnati Traffic Engineer Steve Bailey said the city and a consultant for the Fifth Third Bank project reviewed conditions and projected the expected traffic from the development. The estimated traffic volume, including the projection, still does not meet criteria for installation of a traffic signal. The city has decided to restudy the intersection once the development is completed to reassess traffic volumes. Although there are times of the day when exiting Duck Creek Road is difficult, and some additional traffic is anticipated with Fifth Third, installing a signal now could delay traffic more than it presently is delayed. A traffic signal can be installed quickly if the study of the intersection — after the development opens — indicates the need for one, Mr. Bailey said.

        Q: It is becoming almost impossible to make a left turn from Hopper Hill Road onto Beechmont Avenue (Ohio 125) in Cherry Grove. You have to wait until there are no oncoming cars from Independence Drive before turning left. Is there a possibility of getting a left turn signal from Hopper Hill Road and Independence Drive? - Carol Haynes, Cherry Grove

        A: Kim Patton, spokeswoman for the Ohio Department of Transportation, said a contractor, retained by ODOT, is in the process of installing left turn arrows on Hopper Hill at Ohio 125. Work should be completed by the end of January.

        Q: Almost two years ago, I asked about getting lane marker reflectors installed on the double-S curve on Kemper Lane between Luray Avenue and Columbia Parkway. This stretch is poorly lighted. Your reply was that Cincinnati Traffic Engineering agreed that this was necessary, but because of budget shortages would take care of it in two years. Can I ever expect to see it done? - John W. Plattner, Walnut Hills

        A: Mr. Bailey said the contract for the raised pavement markers is being finalized and will be bid early next year. Mr. Bailey said he think the raised pavement markings will be installed by April.

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