The intersection of SC 150 (Providence Road) and S-11-442 (Mimosa Drive) will be converted to an all-way stop later this month. The intersection currently requires traffic on S-11-442 (Mimosa Drive) to stop but motorists on SC 150 (Providence Road) do not have to stop.
Weather permitting the switch will take place on Wednesday, July 14 at approximately 9:00 AM. The project includes installing stop signs on both sides of SC 150 (Providence Road), in addition to new pavement markings on both roads to alert motorists to the new traffic pattern. Drivers approaching an all-way stop should follow these right of way rules:
• The first vehicle to the intersection has the right of way ahead of any vehicle that has not yet arrived;
• When two or more vehicles reach an intersection at the same time, the vehicle to the right has the right of way;
• The vehicle with the right of way may move straight ahead or, if legal and after signaling, turn left or right;
• When two facing vehicles approach an intersection at the same time, both drivers can move straight ahead or turn right. If one driver is going straight while the other wants to turn left, the driver who wants to turn left must yield. The driver who is traveling straight ahead has the right of way; and
• Even with the right of way, remember to use the appropriate turn signals and be careful to avoid hitting other vehicles and/or pedestrians.
If you have any questions please contact District Four Traffic Engineering Office at 803-377-4155.
