Leusden to enhance safety at Middenweg crossing after traffic light removal
Starting summer 2026, Leusden will remove the outdated traffic light at Middenweg-Toermalijn. New safety measures, including better lighting and road markings, will ensure safe crossing for pedestrians and cyclists while maintaining smooth traffic flow.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Middenweg - Toermalijn crossing, Leusden |
| Action | Removal of traffic light |
| Timeline | Around summer vacation 2026 |
| Reason | Traffic light reached end of operational lifespan |
| Safety Measures | Extended road markings, new lighting, central island with rumble strips |
| Province | Utrecht |
The municipality of Leusden is responsible for local infrastructure, including traffic management and road safety. This decision reflects their duty to ensure safe and efficient traffic flow while adapting to changing conditions and community needs.
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Municipality of Leusden to remove traffic light at Middenweg - Toermalijn
The municipality of Leusden will remove the traffic light at the Middenweg - Toermalijn crossing around the summer vacation of 2026. The traffic light has reached the end of its operational lifespan.
Traffic engineering advice indicates that it is safe to cross without a traffic light, as there is no continuous flow of cars passing through. Therefore, the traffic light will not be replaced. Road safety, however, remains a key priority. The municipality will implement several measures to keep the crossing clear and safe for pedestrians and cyclists.
Additional safety measures
- On the roadway, the road markings will be extended to prohibit overtaking at the crossing, ensuring more predictable traffic behavior.
- New lighting will be installed above the zebra crossing to improve visibility during darkness and poor weather conditions.
- Additionally, a small central island with (rumble) markings will be added to the roadway. This will enhance the visibility of the crossing and provide an additional slowing effect for motorized traffic. A wide central island was considered but does not fit within the available space.