Drivers in Carson City are getting a reminder about laws and the proper use of roundabouts.
Carson City has one multi-lane roundabout at South Carson Street and South Stewart Street with multiple single-lane roundabouts throughout the city.
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office says the following:
- Yield to Entering Traffic: Entering traffic must yield the right-of-way to all vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists already within the roundabout
- Travel Direction: All traffic moves counterclockwise
- Approach and Lane Choice: Reduce speed as you approach and choose your lane:
- Left Lane: Use to turn left, complete a U-turn, or go straight
- Right Lane: Use to turn right or go straight
- Entering Safely: Wait for a gap in traffic and only enter when it is safe
- It is the driver’s responsibility to ensure the path is clear
- Maintain Lane: Once in the roundabout, you must maintain the lane you chose
- Exiting: Use your right turn signal when exiting the roundabout
The Sheriff’s Office also gives common reasons of roundabout crashes:
- Failing to Yield the Right of Way
- Speeding
- Failing to maintain lane or unsafe lane changes
- Rear-ending vehicles waiting to enter
Deputies will continue to enforce traffic laws and educate the public aiming to help reduce accidents and save lives…