Traffic Safety Change On Kimberly Avenue Near Forbes Place Wednesday: EHPD, Town

EAST HAVEN, CT — It's been a hot topic on Facebook of late, where East Haven residents have been posting about the Kimberly Avenue and Forbes Place Ext., intersection, described by police as being widely recognized as the town's "most dangerous intersection."

East Haven police said in a news release last Friday that an "Important traffic safety improvement" is set for Wednesday.

"After a comprehensive review involving VN Engineers, the East Haven Police Department, and the East Haven Board of Police Commissioners, the Town will implement a cul-de-sac on Kimberly Avenue," police said. "This change is designed to reduce the number of conflict points, calm traffic, and enhance safety for drivers, pedestrians, and neighborhood residents."

According to town records and police, the measure comes after "public hearings, extensive data collection, traffic counts, collision history analysis, and direct observations from officers and engineers."

"The conclusion was clear: restricting through-traffic at this location will meaningfully reduce hazardous conditions," police wrote.

"Our priority is always the safety of East Haven residents, and the data was clear, this intersection needed change," Mayor Joseph A. Carfora was quoted as saying, thanking all involved. "We believe the cul-de-sac will make a meaningful difference for the neighborhood."

According to police, "once the cul-de-sac becomes active, the area will be professionally evaluated for effectiveness."

It was also noted that emergency services, East Haven Public Schools, and local bus companies "have all been notified of the upcoming changes and are prepared for the new traffic pattern."

According to police, local traffic will continue to have access to the impacted streets, while through-traffic will no longer be permitted past the new cul-de-sac installation.

"We appreciate the community’s cooperation as this new traffic pattern goes into effect," East Haven Police Chief Edward Lennon said. "These improvements reflect our commitment to using data, expertise, and real-world observations to make East Haven’s roads safer for everyone."