Red Light Running Photo Enforcement
Introduction
The purpose of this program is to improve safety and promote compliance at signalized intersections. Included in the following information is the document "Red Light Running Photo Enforcement". The purpose of this document is to provide guidance for the District Offices in assisting local governments with the implementation of red light running systems at signalized State Route intersections. Red light running systems are designed to improve safety and promote compliance at signalized intersections. The use of these devices is covered by the Official Code of Georgia in Title 40 Sections 40-2-20, 40-14-20, 40-14-21, 40-14-22, 40-14-23 and 40-14-24. These Code sections are listed below and have been highlighted to provide reference to important sections. Also attached is a recommended sign detail for use on the approaches to the intersection.
Requirements for Red Light Running Photo Enforcement
The District Offices primary function should be to insure that the local government follows the requirements of the Georgia Code and that the equipment is installed according to GDOT standards. Installation and operation of Red-Light-Running equipment shall comply with all State Laws including Title 40 Code Sections 40-6-20, 40-14-20, 40-14-21, 40-14-22, 40-14-23 and 40-14-24 of the Official Code of Georgia. The District shall review the following for red light running equipment installed on state right-of-way:
- Plans.
- In accordance with Code Section 40-14-21, documentation should be provided from the local government indicating that the chief law enforcement officer of the county or municipality desires the use of red light running cameras and that the governing authority approves the use of the devices. Additionally, the governing authority of the county or municipality shall conduct a public hearing on the proposed use of such devices.
- Location of red light running equipment.
- Pole locations.
- Pole specifications - shall be submitted to the Bridge Office for review and approval for all poles including mast arm installations.
- Contractor work time shall be in accordance with District recommendations.
- Signs and their location. (sign detail in RLR information packet below)
- All red light running equipment connections to the traffic signal cabinet shall be in accordance with District recommendations.
The Local Government shall be required to obtain a Special Encroachment Permit from the District Office to install red light running equipment on State Right of Way. If the traffic signal is maintained by the Local Government the District should review the traffic signal equipment and operation and provide recommendations that may improve the safety and operation of the intersection. Signals maintained by the District should also be reviewed to determine if any improvements would enhance the safety and operation of the intersection.
In accordance with Georgia Code Section 40-14-23 signs shall be placed at the jurisdictional limits of the county or municipality. The recommended sign for these locations is R10-18 or R10-19 as shown in the MUTCD. A sign shall also be located on each approach to the signal where a traffic signal monitoring device is in operation. A design for the recommended sign is attached.
Additional Information
Please contact:
Mr. Bill Poole
Special Studies Engineer
404-635-8147
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