Police Department

Yellow Flashing Arrows

The Washington City Police Department would like to share some information about the Yellow Flashing Arrows at some of our intersections. There are a couple reasons why these are being utilized.

1. Less Traffic Delay – Drivers have more opportunities to make the left turn movement with a flashing left turn arrow than with a traditional signal, which keeps cars moving.
2. More Flexible – The new yellow flashing turn display provides more options to effectively handle ever-growing traffic volume and reduce traffic back-ups.

The flashing yellow left turn arrow indicates that oncoming traffic is not stopping and you may only make a left turn only when it’s safe to do so. Just as before, a steady yellow arrow means the red light is coming and you should not enter the intersection if you can stop safely. A steady red arrow means stop.

We understand that there could be some confusion when approaching these intersections that use these new signals and hope that this information was helpful. Please stay aware of your surroundings and Drive Safe.

For more information please read this information from UDOT.

For more info call: (435)986-1515

                                                         -Your Washington City Police Department