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Traffic Services

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Traffic Signal Requests

Need a traffic signal or stop sign?
We conduct studies following Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) standards.

Traffic Signal Requirements:

  • Must meet federal warrant criteria
  • Volume data collected during school sessions only
  • Accident analysis and sight distance evaluation required

Multi-Way Stop Sign Requirements:

  • Equal traffic volumes on intersecting roads
  • Minimum volume thresholds must be met
  • OR documented accident problem (5+ accidents in 12 months)

 

Note: Speeding alone does not warrant stop sign installation.

How to Request: Call 770-492-5206 or email PWTransportation@dekalbcountyga.gov

Traffic Signal Timing

Malfunctioning signals:

Contact During Business Hours (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM): 404-297-3947

Contact After Hours or Emergencies: Call 9-1-1

Timing adjustments: Contact Transportation Division: 770-492-5206

Traffic Studies & Data

Traffic Counts: Georgia Department of Transportation provides annual traffic count data. Access GDOT Traffic Data.

Accident Data: Contact DeKalb County Police Department Central Records Office for official accident reports.

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Street Lighting

Request Street Lighting

How It Works: Most residential street lights are installed through neighborhood petition programs where residents pay installation costs and ongoing fees through a special tax district.
Contact: 770-492-5206 or PWTransportation@dekalbcountyga.gov

Petition Process

Streets with Overhead Power:

Streets with Underground Power:

Report Street Light Outages

Contact your power company directly:

Traffic Calming

Residential Traffic Calming Program

Purpose: Address the concerns of the citizens regarding the speed of traffic on residential streets.

Eligibility Requirements:
The Process
  1. Initial Interest Petition: Call 770-492-5219 Requires 20% resident interest to proceed
  2. Traffic Study: Speed and volume evaluation
  3. Stakeholder Meeting: Develop traffic calming plan with residents and staff
  4. Board Approval: Plan presented to Board of Commissioners
  5. Final Petition: 65% property owner approval required for installation

Timeline: Up to one year for full process

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