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0 of 3 Premium Clicks used this month SUBSCRIBE Print + Online Subscriber Activation | Register x Forgot Password | Need an Account? e-edition | subscribe | newsletter | deals Classifieds Jobs Autos Real Estate FEATURED » NEWS NOW 'Atmospheric river' could bring flooding ... Jackson County sends four sheriff's employees to Harney County ... Tires on 10 cars slashed in Central Point vandalism spree ... 'Atmospheric river' could bring flooding ... Jackson County sends four sheriff's employees to Harney County ... Tires on 10 cars slashed in Central Point vandalism spree ... SINCE YOU ASKED Since You Asked: Stop signs are not always appropriate Comment MailTribune.com Writer Posted Jan. 26, 2016 at 12:01 AM Posted Jan. 26, 2016 at 12:01 AM » Social News I was wandering the back streets of Medford and came to the intersection of Ridge Way and Berkeley Way, a four-way intersection. The signage there is something I have not seen before. On Ridge Way, there are yield signs and street markings. Why? It seems a strange choice. Stop signs seem more appropriate given the configuration of the intersection. — Carl B., Medford Some folks don’t notice traffic signs while driving let alone during a walk. Thank you, Carl, for your keen eye and inquisitiveness. A lot of time and research goes into deciding which road signs are appropriate for different types of intersections. The Manual for Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) section 1A.06 says in part, “…a standard device used where it is not appropriate is as objectionable as a non-standard device; in fact, this might be worse, because such misuse might result in disrespect at those locations where the device is needed and appropriate.” “Public Works uses an MUTCD warrants analysis at intersections to determine if no sign, a yield sign or a stop sign is warranted at a location. The MUTCD is a national standard. The goal is that no matter where you drive in the United States, the traffic markings are consistent,” says Cory Crebbin, Medford's director of Public Works. According to Crebbin, the intersection of Ridge Way and Berkeley Way warrants a yield sign. This was decided using an analysis of speeds, volumes, sight distances, crash history, etc. “We do not place stop signs at unwarranted locations because we want drivers to stop at the signs where they are needed,” says Crebbin. And SYA agrees. Whether the sign demands you yield or stop, just know an extensive amount of research was completed to ensure the safest road conditions possible. — Send questions to “Since You Asked,” Mail Tribune Newsroom, P.O. Box 1108, Medford, OR 97501; by fax to 541-776-4376; or by email to [email protected]. We’re sorry, but the volume of questions received prevents us from answering all of them. MailTribune.com Writer Posted Jan. 26, 2016 at 12:01 AM » Comment or view comments Reader Reaction » STAY INFORMED Email NewsLetter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Southern Oregon Directory Featured Businesses Loading... Business Name address Location, ST | website.com Find Southern Oregon Attractions Bars Restaurants Beauty Salons Entertainment Doctors Medical Specialists Contractors Education Lawn Services Lawyers Shopping Travel Tanning Used Cars Wedding Services ▼ Add your business here + Events Calendar Connect with MailTribune.com Facebook Twitter RSS Back to top Reader Services Reader Services Home Subscriptions Subscriber controls Contact us Submissions Photos Events Letters to the editor Corrections Announcements Obituaries Story ideas Since you asked Alerts Email Alerts RSS Feeds Text Alerts Advertise Media Kit Home Products and services Ad rates Advertising contacts Propel Marketing Mail Tribune Daily Tidings The Nickel Shop Our Valley Blogs Mobile Site Stay Informed Email newsletter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Your privacy is important, read our privacy policy. © Copyright 2016 Local Media Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | Local Media Group Publications Original content available for non-commercial use under a Creative Commons license, except where noted. MailTribune.com | P.O. Box 1108, Medford, OR 97501