WYDOT Activates Blank Out Left Turn Signs in Laramie

The Wyoming Department of Transportation announced on December 16 that blank out left turn signs will be switched on at select intersections on downtown Laramie streets on Monday, December 22, 2025. The signs will illuminate during peak congestion periods to prohibit left turns, a measure intended to ease backups and reduce the likelihood of rear end and angle crashes at busy downtown intersections.

WYDOT listed the specific locations for the new signs as 3rd and Grand for northbound traffic, 3rd and Ivinson for northbound traffic, and 3rd and University for southbound traffic. The signal changes will only be active during high congestion periods rather than operating continuously. Traffic engineers from WYDOT will monitor conditions after the signs are activated and may adjust the timing if needed to improve traffic flow or safety outcomes.

For local residents and commuters the change means some common turning movements will be barred at certain times, and drivers may need to plan alternate routes or make additional turns to reach downtown destinations. Retailers and service businesses along 3rd Street should expect potential adjustments in customer travel patterns during peak periods. Emergency response and transit operators will continue to coordinate with WYDOT on downtown traffic controls to minimize disruptions.

WYDOT advised drivers to check WyoRoad slash 511 for current road conditions and travel information. The agency provided District 1 contact information in its release for those seeking additional details or clarification on timing and implementation. The department will review traffic data and community feedback as the new blank out signs come into operation, and will communicate any timing changes to the public.

This targeted traffic control approach reflects a growing emphasis on managing urban congestion through dynamic signal controls, and it aims to improve safety and mobility in Laramie while keeping downtown accessible for residents and visitors.