Doghouse Traffic Light | Chalmers & Edsel Ford Service Dr

Описание: This video documents the traffic light setup at the intersection of Chalmers Street and the Edsel Ford Freeway (I-94) Service Drive in Detroit, Michigan. This busy interchange utilizes a sturdy Wire Box span configuration to support the modern signal heads required for freeway access traffic.
One Side Features 5 Durasig 12-inch LED heads equipped with Backplates for high visibility. This approach includes a classic Doghouse 5-section signal to manage turns onto the freeway ramp or service drive. Other Side Features 6 Durasig 12-inch LED heads with Backplates, also mounted on the wire box span. Both sides of the intersection has 6 Countdown Pedestrian Signals to ensure safe crossing distances for foot traffic along Chalmers.

📍 Location: Chalmers St & Edsel Ford Fwy (I-94) Service Dr, Detroit, MI 48213 (East Side)

🛣️ Nearby Streets & Landmarks Chalmers Street, I-94 (Edsel Ford Freeway), Harper Avenue, Chandler Park Drive, Detroit City Airport. This intersection is a critical access point for the East Side, handling heavy flow entering and exiting the interstate.

This video highlights the utility of the Wire Box span design. Unlike a single diagonal wire, the box shape allows for better placement of the signals over specific lanes which is crucial here where you have dedicated turn lanes controlled by the Doghouse signal. The addition of Backplates is a standard safety upgrade we are seeing all over Detroit to improve contrast against the sun.

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💬 Wire Box Spans: This intersection uses a Wire Box configuration instead of a diagonal span or mast arms. Do you think this is the best solution for wide intersections like freeway service drives? Let me know your thoughts in the comments!

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