2834-24 Mitchell-Valley-All-Way-Stop-Report.pdf

All-Way Stop Warrant Analysis Valley Road & Mitchell Street Project No.: 230143 December 28, 2023 Page 9 of 10 IV. SUMMARY & CONCLUSIONS BVE has concluded that an All-Way Stop condition at this intersection is justified based on Section 2B.14, All-Way Stop Control Warrant B: Sight Distance, of the 2023 MUTCD. It is our recommendation that the Township of West Orange consider traffic calming measures and work with its residents to improve the safety and operational characteristics at the intersection of Valley Road & Mitchell Street. Based upon our observations, it is our opinion that the study intersection warrants based on sight distance for the implementation of an All-Way STOP Control based on the guidelines within the MUTCD. We present the following in support of this recommendation as well as other traffic treatments which may be considered: • The crash data presented did not meet the requirements set forth within the MUTCD for an All-Way STOP Control (6 correctable incidents within a 36-month period); however, 56% of the crashes reported were “Right Angle” crashes which are susceptible to correction by an All-Way Stop installation. • Based on the sight distance conditions observed at the intersection, it is our opinion that these conditions present a safety concern for both vehicles and pedestrians. This meets the requirements set forth within the optional guidance presented within MUTCD for considering the implementation of an All-Way STOP control (2B.14–01,02). • The Township may wish to consider striping parking aisles where the roadway segment with permits to better define the travel lane width. By defining a narrower travel lane width, motorists are inclined to travel at lower speeds. • It is our recommendation that the Township consider implementing an international crosswalk pattern throughout all of its pedestrian crossings. This striping pattern should be

• It is our recommendation that the Township consider implementing an international crosswalk pattern throughout all of its pedestrian crossings. This striping pattern should be comprised of white 24” thick bars, set 4’ on center, and no less than 6’ wide. This pattern provides greater visibility for both pedestrians and motorists who approach the study intersection, greater painted surface area provides greater reflectivity during nighttime lighting conditions, and due to how the pattern is laid out it may require less upkeep costs for the Township due to reduced wear and tear. • We recommend that the Township of West Orange provide additional speed limit signs with driver feedback throughout Valley Road & Mitchell Street. • We recommend additional improvements such as replacing older and faded signs, refreshing pavement striping and markings, ensuring curb ramps are ADA compliant, enhancing the landscape of the streets by maintaining the green spaces, the sidewalks, and installing additional lighting, where appropriate. 70 South Orange Avenue, Suite 109 PO Box 99 Livingston, New Jersey 07039 Roseland, NJ 07068 C: (732) 236-7557 T: (973) 228-0999 F: (201) 753-3904 BrightViewEngineering.com