The Rural Intersection Conflict Warning System (RICWS) has been deployed across the state to aid motorists to safely cross thru-STOP intersections. Motorists will see intersection conflict warning systems at some at-risk intersections as MnDOT uses technology at rural intersections to give motorists real-time warnings about traffic conditions. The warning systems are expected to reduce fatal and serious injury crashes on Minnesota roads.
Where are they being installed?
MnDOT has designed several kinds of signs that address safety concerns at various locations throughout Greater Minnesota.
One type of sign will advise drivers on major roads with flashing lights and the language “Entering Traffic When Flashing.” Motorists on minor roads will see the flashing lights and the message “Traffic Approaching When Flashing.”
MnDOT is a member of the ENTERPRISE Pooled Fund Study, which is conducting and collecting research on rural intersection conflict warning systems nationwide.
A few signs in other locations warn drivers on minor roads to “Look for Traffic.” Those signs are located in the following areas:
County
Major Road
Minor Road
Hennepin
County Road 47
Lawndale Lane
St. Louis
County Road 2
County Road 246
Wright
County Road 9
County Road 107
Wright
County Road 5
County Road 35
Wright
County Road 6
County Road 35
Stop sign warning systems
Stop Sign Assist locations
Another type of warning system that MnDOT has researched flashes LEDs within the boarder of a STOP sign when drivers approach the intersection at an unsafe speed. Motorists will see this sign at:
