Rock Springs signal goes up

On Wednesday, workmen erected the long-awaited turn signal at the intersection of Rock Springs Road and Main Street.

The intersection is used by an average of 10,000 commuters each weekday. In addition, according to a report prepared for the Hesperia City Council, it’s seen enough accidents to merit a signal on public safety grounds alone.

The intersection will also serve a planned residential project near Glendale Avenue, and officials expect Rock Springs Road will see additional traffic once the Ranchero Road Undercrossing is built and Apple Valley residents use the Rock Springs to get to the freeway.

The project is funded by a mix of Measure I arterial funds, development impact fees and grants from the San Bernardino Associated Governments, or SANBAG. The city of Hesperia’s 2011-12 budget report estimated construction would cost $873,400.

The turn signal is expected to be active by the week after Thanksgiving, according to city spokeswoman Kelly Malloy.