Malfunctioning traffic lights cause confusion at intersection, Pantops VA


The traffic stoplights for the turning lanes at the intersection of Peter Jefferson Parkway and Richmond Road westbound are not functioning properly. The lights are showing solid red arrows without flashing, causing confusion and several near-accidents.
Audio|Source: Albemarle County Fire and Rescue
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Can you notify VDOT that the two turning lane stoplights are not working at Peter Jefferson Parkway and Richmond Road westbound? Several near-miss accidents have been avoided.
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They're going to need to come out and take a look at it.
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Do they flash any particular color or which direction is flashing what color? Or are they just off completely?
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They're not flashing any color, they're just saying solid red arrows.
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I sat through four cycles.
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I've been here approximately 10 minutes.
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Location mentioned:
Richmond Rd & Peter Jefferson Pkwy, Pantops, VA 22911
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