There are quite a few people in the numerous and well-populated NE Cranberry neighborhoods who take risks at this intersection every day, pulling out onto Rte 19. Being patient is somewhat of a tall order...

I believe there was just an accident there last week. Then shortly thereafter they moved the cones tighter and put the sign up saying to keep it to one lane. The way they had it setup before it made it look like they wanted you to make it two lanes which of course everyone did. In the article they're making it seem like those crazy motorists were "going around the cones."

Maybe someone should tell him Motorists are not going AROUND the cones. The cones were GONE for the last 2 weeks after it snowed. Maybe they should monitor the intersection better and not assume people are doing it. and this is not the first time the cones from that lane have disappeared

And who's genius idea was it to install that big metal box that blocks the view of people looking at southbound traffic. If there is an accident i wouldnt be surprised if the town can be held liable

Jessica, what does our state representative or state senator say about this? Why can't they solve the problem? This is a dangerous intersection.

Not sure on that one, Jeff. This is a new state policy and the delay occurred because the state and the manufacturer were trying to figure out a way to test the traffic signal poles under the new regulations. This is one of the first signals to fall under the new policy. It appears things are moving forward now though. Hopefully the new signal will be up soon!

As a motorist using the intersection everyday. We take our life in our own hands. Yes using patience is great advice, but during peak hours and definitely at night it is extremely dangerous. The lines are not visible, the big metal box is a obstruction and motorist going 60 plus mph double lane north and south bound is unsafe.
Suggestion for Cranberry Township:
While PennDot regulations is delaying the traffic light, use the digital traffic sign with proper contruction signs making motorist traveling North and South bound to slow down to a safe speed. This is a construction site left unfinished. It should be marked.
Have traffic/speed monitored during peak hours or put the center turning lane back until traffic signal gets approval. Erhman Rd is a vital road used by many motorist. It has been left unsafe!

We do not want ONE more accident. Thank you.

I go to the "Y" daily and you really have to be extremely cautious at this intersection. I assume that the metal box will become a non issue once the trafic light is functioning.

i drive through that area several times a day in a 35 ton truck...that stretch of highway is my workplace...i agree wtf on the metal box..i didnt realize it was an obstruction...i was wondering how long before someone plowed thru it. i have faith in cranberry gettin it right asap...but if something happens before that...

Great point! This is an unfinished construction zone, get the signs back up on 19 to slow down that traffic. Also, where are our state reps on helping???

I have always found this particular intersection to be an annoyance. I can't begin to count the number of drivers who refuse to turn until all 5 lanes in both directions are empty, which is just unnecessary. Until Cranberry Township's leaders are able to get the state on the same page as they claim they are, why not station a squad car at the intersection to direct the traffic during rush hour instead of throwing their hands up in the air saying there is nothing they can do?

Dave Stanley

It very much surprises me that no one knew of these added approvals before the traffic pattern was modified. This has left the situation dangerous for an unacceptable amount of time.

My daughter was involved in an accident at the intersection. Thank goodness she was not injured. This was a very close call. One that could have been avoided with some forward planning.