Sidewalks have taken the place of roads, roads have become sidewalks.
Architect's Boulevard in the city is currently closed to traffic from July 22 to 30 for the installation of contact lines for trolleybuses. However, videos on social media show some drivers violating the traffic restrictions, driving on unfinished work areas, and even on sidewalks, potentially creating hazardous conditions for construction crews and other road users.
The affected stretch of the boulevard remains the same, from Komsomolsky Prospekt to 70th October Street. Despite the readiness of Architect's Boulevard being at 92%, the actions of the violating drivers are damaging the landscaping on the boulevard and may also be causing disruptions to the installation process, potentially leading to delays in the trolleybus infrastructure project.
The area is closed to traffic for safety reasons, but it appears that some drivers are ignoring the traffic restrictions, likely due to insufficient enforcement and possibly limited awareness or disregard of the restrictions during the trolleybus contact line installation.
Effective traffic management during infrastructure projects like this involves a combination of engineering, community education, and police enforcement. Without these measures, the purpose of the traffic restrictions is compromised, leading to risks of accidents and extended disruption.
It's important to note that the location of the damage during the painting of the metro bridge is not specified beyond being on the metro bridge. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of adhering to traffic restrictions during construction periods to ensure safety and minimize disruptions.
Sources:
- Trolleybus contact line installation and traffic management principles
- Ensuring safety during infrastructure projects
- Traffic calming and safety enforcement
What is causing concerns is the disregard of traffic restrictions on Architect's Boulevard, where general-news stories and crime-and-justice reports indicate some drivers are ignoring the closure for trolleybus contact line installation, potentially leading to accidents. Furthermore, the limited awareness or disregard of traffic regulations during the sports event ongoing at the metro bridge also needs attention, with recent reports suggesting damage is being caused due to non-compliance with traffic restrictions.
