Roundabout for Killcare Heights?

A roundabout and warning signs may be installed at the intersection of Wards Hill Rd and The Scenic Rd at Killcare Heights.

Gosford Council's traffic committee has recommended that a low profile roundabout be investigated for the intersection, that speed limits be revised and that advanced warning signage be improved.

According to a council report, residents advised council "that during the past three years there have been several vehicle accidents at the intersection of Wards Hill Rd and The Scenic Rd, including three serious accidents".

The report stated that residents called for "some form of traffic calming device" to reduce vehicle accidents at the intersection.

The report stated: "A site inspection reveals that there could be a warrant for a roundabout at the intersection of The Scenic Rd and Wards Hill Rd, but due to the narrow width of the roads and the difficult topography at this location a roundabout may not be practical.

"An investigation based upon a survey of the site is required to determine the feasibility of this option.

"There is a proposal to establish improved safety at the intersection of Wards Hill Rd and The

Scenic Rd by the installation of a painted median and raised pavement markers.

"This project is programmed for construction in 2008-2009.

"The RTA has proposed for an extension of the current 50 km/h zone by extending it in The Scenic Rd to the vicinity of Manly View Rd intersection and in Wards Hill Rd."

At its meeting on September 2, council noted the traffic committee recommendations and resolved for the traffic committee to "consider the installation of short term traffic control devices prior to Christmas to assist in the safety of this intersection".

Council agenda TR.08.086, 2 Sep 2008