How to Navigate a Roundabout

A roundabout is an intersection designed to control traffic in a circular flow. Traffic moves in a counter-clockwise direction around a central island.

DRIVERS:

• Slow down as you approach the roundabout
• At the entry to the roundabout, yield to pedestrians and drivers within the roundabout
• Enter the roundabout when space becomes available

PEDESTRIANS:

• Walk around the perimeter of the roundabout. Do not cross the circulatory roadway to the central island
• Cross only at the designated crosswalks on the entry and exit legs. Watch for cars; you have the right of way, but your best protection is your own attention
• Cross the crosswalk one lane at a time, using the splitter island as a refuge area before crossing the next lane. When crossing an entry or exit with more than one lane, be sure conflicting vehicles in adjacent lanes have come to a complete stop before proceeding

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