MD 150 (EASTERN BLVD.) SAFETY REVIEW
FROM MD 43 TO EARLS RD.

Background and Public Concerns

• Ongoing safety issues, including a recent fatal crash

• Concerns about left turns from side streets, speeding, and congestion

• Community requested:

  • Extended center turn lane

  • Medians to block left turns

  • New traffic signal at Mariners Point Drive

  • Speed reduction, speed cameras, and revised traffic patterns

Review Summary

The Maryland Department of Transportation conducted:

• A spot speed study (85th percentile speed = 47 mph in a 40 mph zone)

• Crash history analysis (221 crashes since 2020, including 4 fatalities)

• Sight line evaluations (found acceptable)

• Intersection signal warrant analysis at Mariners Point Dr. (did not meet MUTCD warrants)

• Review of traffic control devices and new development impacts

Ongoing Improvements

• Funding awaited for installing a vehicle detector at Mariners Point Dr. to help with safe exits

• Baltimore County is refreshing signage and pavement markings at multiple intersections as part of the Bowleys Quarters Area Traffic Study

Proposed Alternatives

Alternative 1: Median Installation

• Install flexible medians to prohibit left turns at Landing Point, Stevens Rd., and Village Green Rd.

• Pros: Immediate safety benefit

• Cons: Limits access and lacks U-turn points

Alternative 2A/2B: Center Left Turn Lane

• Resurface and widen MD 150 to add a center turn lane

• Includes design variations and different segment lengths

• Pros: Proven crash reduction method

• Cons: Requires additional right-of-way, signal changes, and utility relocation

• Status: Long-term solution requiring funding and design approvals