Just like other intersections
A trucker should take both lanes when driving around a multilane roundabout. The center island is constructed with a truck apron that is specifically designed for the rear tires of a truck to travel on. Remember what your mother said. Each bullet gets its own paragraph. The initial motivation, reason, and vision to build roundabouts was driven by the safety benefits, high level of operations compared to other intersection forms, and their “more beautiful nature.” In the City’s first application of roundabouts, they were able to preserve trees of significance to the community. A roundabout was the only solution that accomplished this. All change is met with apprehension. Please explore this website to learn more about how you can safely drive on Bend's newest addition: the multilane roundabout. It's just like other intersections! Link to Presentation
Want to know more about Roundabouts? Listen and watch the Presentation: The Role of the Roundabout in Tomorrow's Transportation System
The purpose is to continue the community’s successful use of roundabouts. Using a variety of delivery mechanisms and venues we will disseminate information and educate as many residents and visitors as possible. You can help. We want to reach all users in a variety of ways. Use the roundabout learning kit to show others how to get safely around Bend. Let us know what you think now. Let us know what you think after you have driven the new roundabout. We want to know.