LED Left Turn Flashing Yellow Doghouse Right Arrow Traffic Lights | N Main St & Depot St

This video explores the incredibly complex traffic light system at the intersection of North Main Street and Depot Street in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Supported by a traditional wire span, this installation features a dense arrangement of 12-inch Durasig heads in various configurations. The setup includes a 3-way cluster and a 2-way cluster packed with 4-section heads utilizing both Flashing Yellow Arrows for turns onto Depot Street and standard green left turn arrows for Main Street. Perhaps the most unique feature is a 5-section Doghouse signal dedicated specifically to controlling the right turn lane on North Main Street.

📍 Location: N Main St & Depot St, Ann Arbor, MI 48103 (Near Amtrak Station)

🛣️ Nearby Streets & Landmarks North Main Street, Depot Street, Broadway Street, Summit Street, Huron River Drive. This intersection is a critical gateway to Ann Arbor, located directly adjacent to the Ann Arbor Amtrak Station, the Broadway Bridge, and the Wheeler Park area, serving heavy commuter and local traffic.

This video documents a fascinating example of complex traffic engineering on a span wire. The mix of signal types is extensive: from 4-section heads managing protected/permissive left turns (both FYA and standard green arrow styles) to the rare application of a Doghouse signal for a right turn. The intersection also includes a pole-mounted 4-section left turn signal and 2 Countdown Pedestrian Signals to manage the crossing traffic near the train station.

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💬 Why use a Doghouse signal for a right turn? It's a rare sight compared to the standard right arrow. Do you think this 5-section head provides better visibility for the right turn lane than a standard vertical signal? Let me know your preference in the comments!

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