A Clinton County neighbor recently contacted me with concerns about tall corn crops blocking visibility at the intersection of Grove and Kinley roads, northwest of St. Johns.
- The Clinton County Road Commission investigated the intersection and determined the visibility isn’t currently a safety threat.
- Farmers in the area plant close to roadways to maximize crop yields, creating potential visibility challenges.
- Road officials encourage drivers to take extra time at intersections and report any safety concerns.
WATCH: Clinton County intersection visibility concerns prompt investigation
Clinton county neighbor raises concerns about corn crops blocking visibility at rural intersections
After receiving the call, I visited the intersection to see the situation firsthand.
It’s something Clinton County residents are used to seeing – miles and miles of farmland. But the tall crops at this particular intersection have raised safety concerns about drivers’ ability to see traffic.
The concerned neighbor, who wished to remain anonymous, told me drivers have to pull far into the intersection to see if someone is coming…