Traffic signal upgrades ongoing in parts of Salisbury

SALISBURY, Md. – Salisbury officials are providing an update to the public regarding ongoing traffic signal upgrades.

In April of this year, the City of Salisbury was notified of a malfunctioning traffic signal in front of James M. Bennett High School on East College Avenue. Parts were ordered immediately, however, global supply chain issues delayed the arrival of said parts until this week. Officials say the signal has been operating on a timer, which has been equally frustrating for drivers. Upgraders including a new camera, controller, and programming system for the signal were installed on Monday, solving issues that drivers had with the delayed and unnecessary light changes.

During a recent electrical storm, we’re told the traffic signal on Beaglin Park Drive in front of Parkside High School was hit by lightning and catastrophically damaged. Drivers should expect to see slightly longer wait times at this signal until new cameras, panel, and controller are installed. These parts are significantly delayed due to supply chain issues triggered by the pandemic, shifts in demand, and global labor shortages.