Durham Works

Roundabouts are maximizing safety in Durham

Across Durham Region, roundabouts have been installed at various locations in place of traffic control signals as part of the Durham Vision Zero Strategic Road Safety Action Plan. Locations are selected based on a thorough assessment that ensures a roundabout is the ideal solution and is feasible from a design perspective. 

Roundabouts are generally considered to be a safer option, since they reduce the number of conflict points and eliminate the most severe crashes by lowering traffic speed and...

Automated speed enforcement continues to improve road safety

Speed is a contributing factor in approximately one-third of fatal collisions. Reducing speed is the best way to reduce both the frequency and severity of collisions in our community.

To help reduce speeds, Durham Region has Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) cameras in some school zones and designated Community Safety Zones on Regional Roads.

ASE helps improve road safety by encouraging drivers to drive slower within the speed limit, altering driver behaviour and increasing public awareness about...

Plan your route with our Traffic Watch Map

Before heading out on Durham roads, use the Region’s Traffic Watch Map to plan your route. The map provides up-to-date information on current traffic situations, construction detours, road closures and more. Select the camera icon to see a snapshot image, updated regularly, from intersections throughout Durham Region.

Visit the Traffic Watch Map at durham.ca/TrafficWatch.

All drivers are reminded to drive safely and leave plenty of time to get to their destination as they travel throughout Durham...

Get information on road construction work in Durham

Our searchable Projects and Studies tool provides current information about road construction projects taking place in Durham Region. With this tool, you can find details on specific Regional public works projects that are planned or currently underway.

Check it out at durham.ca/WorksProjects.

To protect the safety of workers, other drivers, pedestrians and cyclists, all drivers are reminded to slow down and proceed with caution through construction zones or areas where workers are present. To...

Are you prepared for winter weather? Take a look at our check list!

Driving conditions in winter can be challenging. Ensure you are ready for driving in the winter by:

• Installing winter-rated tires, which can help improve safety and increase traction on slippery, snow-covered or icy roads.
• Having an emergency kit in the trunk of your vehicle with items such as blankets, a shovel, a flashlight, a flare, food and a first-aid kit.
• Using a windshield-washer fluid rated for -40°C or lower.
• Checking the weather forecasts and driving conditions before going out on the...