Removal of the Köykäntie level crossing

Based on traffic volumes and the angle at which the road and track meet, the Köykäntie unprotected level crossing should be equipped with a warning installation with half-barriers, in accordance with the Finnish Rail Administration's technical regulations (RATO). Given that there are two safer routes equipped with half-barriers available for residents nearby, the level crossing could be removed at little cost. The Eurajoki municipality should assess whether the Köykäntie unprotected level crossing is necessary, and remove it in cooperation with the Finnish Transport Agency. Alternatively, if this is not done, the level crossing should be equipped with a warning installation with half-barriers. Until the level crossing is removed or equipped with a half-barrier, safety at the level crossing can be improved by reducing the road speed limit, by improving visibility at the crossing by clearing trees, or by placing stop signs on the road ahead of the crossing. In addition, the angle at which the road and track meet should be such that visibility is good in both directions.

The Köykäntie unprotected level crossing should be removed.

Based on traffic volumes and the angle at which the road and track meet, the Köykäntie unprotected level crossing should be equipped with a warning installation with half-barriers, in accordance with the Finnish Rail Administration's technical regulations (RATO). Given that there are two safer routes equipped with half-barriers available for residents nearby, the level crossing could be removed at little cost. The Eurajoki municipality should assess whether the Köykäntie unprotected level crossing is necessary, and remove it in cooperation with the Finnish Transport Agency. Alternatively, if this is not done, the level crossing should be equipped with a warning installation with half-barriers. Until the level crossing is removed or equipped with a half-barrier, safety at the level crossing can be improved by reducing the road speed limit, by improving visibility at the crossing by clearing trees, or by placing stop signs on the road ahead of the crossing. In addition, the angle at which the road and track meet should be such that visibility is good in both directions.