Merritt Parkway to get more ‘grip’ near sharp curves

The state is planning some work on four curves on the Merritt Parkway in Greenwich that is designed to reduce the number of accidents. The curves that can catch unsuspecting drivers by surprise are near Exit 31, between Taconic Road and Lake Avenue. Before approaching this area, the Merritt Parkway is relatively straight. But in the area of Putnam and Rockwood lakes, the parkway has sharp curves. Often drivers are traveling too fast are unable to negotiate these rather sudden curves. The state’s plan is to apply “High Friction Surface Treatment” material on the curves that will give vehicles more grip on the road. Currently, the low pavement friction on this stretch of the parkway allows drivers’ vehicles to skid and lose control.

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