Intersection (road)
An intersection is a road junction where two or more roads either meet or cross at grade (they are at the same level). An intersection may be 3-way - a T junction or fork, 4-way - a crossroads, or 5-way or more. It may often be controlled by traffic lights, and may be a roundabout (traffic circle in America).
This article primarily reflects jurisdictions where vehicles are driven on the right. If not otherwise specified, "right" and "left" can be reversed to reflect jurisdictions where vehicles are driven on the left.
Read more about Intersection (road): Types of Intersections, Turns, Turn Lanes, Fork, Other Markings
Famous quotes containing the word intersection:
“You can always tell a Midwestern couple in Europe because they will be standing in the middle of a busy intersection looking at a wind-blown map and arguing over which way is west. European cities, with their wandering streets and undisciplined alleys, drive Midwesterners practically insane.”
—Bill Bryson (b. 1951)