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Very confusing and dangerous road markings on the A44 on the north-west bound lane
Sent to Oxfordshire County Council 1 minute later
For much of the length of the north-west bound A44, from the junction with the A4260 to the first roundabout at the start of the dual-carriageway, there is no white line on the edge of the road - as might be expected on an 'A' road, however there is one running along the edge of the cycle path. At quick glance, and particularly in poor light, this line reads as marking the edge of the main carriageway but in fact it's on the raised cycle path with a kerb between it and the road. This situation is confusing and a danger to all road users - I've already heard of someone damaging their car by hitting the kerb along this section of road.
This the RAC's definition of edge lines -
'Edge lines are white in colour and appear on the left-hand side of the road. The lines are sometimes ribbed to alert drivers they’re straying off the road and known as raised profile edge lines. They mark the edge of the carriageway and act as a useful guide to maintain a safe, lateral position on the road. You can expect to find these in areas prone to fog and mist, at sudden changes of road width and on unlit stretches of road.'
Council ref: ENQ24998645
Updates
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Thank you for your enquiry. This issue has been passed onto the relevant team for investigation.
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Apalling design - what a ridiculous way to mark the pavement/cycle track. Even in daylight this line is very misleading and should surely not be there?
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Thank you for your report. We have concluded our assessment and closed this report. The defects at this location have been identified as meeting our criteria for intervention, and repairs are scheduled to be carried out soon. We appreciate your vigilance and encourage you to report any future highway concerns.
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