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Issue #13583736 — Intersection Traffic Control

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Why this issue is interesting:
  • Matches the Traffic / Safety saved view heuristic

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StatusArchivedRequest typeIntersection Traffic Control
Created2022-10-19 01:11Updated2023-07-08 00:41
Acknowledged2022-10-19 01:11Closed2023-07-08 00:41
AddressSe 32nd St & W Mercer Way Mercer Island, WA, 98040, USALocation47.581788809401196, -122.24855044930871
Reporteravelzy (Registered User)Assignee—
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First ingested2026-05-12 05:02Last changed2026-05-12 05:02

Description

Dangerous pedestrian intersection / school bus stop. Many pedestrians: The school bus picks up ~20 kids from the surrounding area at this stop. This is also a popular walking route for ~50 people per day because of the stairs at the top of the hill and public dock/beaches at the bottom. Fast moving traffic: Speed limit is 30mph, but it is common to see vehicles traveling at 40mph+ in this portion of West Mercer. Poor visibility: Southbound drivers on W Mercer crest a small hill just before reaching this intersection. The pedestrian and driver cannot see each other until the car is <120ft away. Inadequate stopping distance: A vehicle traveling at 30mph needs ~90ft of stopping distance to react and brake. However, a vehicle traveling >35mph needs more than 120ft to stop. Even moderate speeding or distracted driving could be a disaster here. Proposed solution: The city should install a painted crosswalk and flashing signage to alert drivers when a pedestrian is crossing.

Change History

ObservedIssue updatedStatusTransitionPayload
2026-05-12 05:02 2023-07-08 00:41 Archived — 5321a217b060
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