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New Traffic Signal to be Activated on Liberty Road S
Post Date:02/03/2026 8:16 AMResidents using Liberty Road S will see a new traffic signal in use Feb. 3 at Davis Road S. This new signal will make the intersection safer for drivers turning left onto either road, especially during peak travel times.
Drivers should be aware of the new traffic pattern when traveling in this area. During the signal activation, pedestrians and motorists should use caution, expect some delays and follow traffic control signage and workers.
The need for a traffic signal at Liberty Road S and Davis Road S was identified in traffic studies that were required from some adjacent housing developments. These studies showed a signal was needed and was warranted according to the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. The MUTCD is a publication of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration that defines the standards used by road managers nationwide to install and maintain traffic control devices.
Funding for the traffic signal comes from the 2022 Safety & Livability Bond, System Development Charges and funds collected from recent developments in the area for their share of the intersection improvement costs.
In November 2022, Salem residents approved a $300 million community improvement bond. This bond will fund a 10-year plan to make various improvements in the city. The selected projects aim to improve streets, sidewalks, bike paths, parks and public facilities throughout the city.
