City of Jackson

Traffic Signals

The Department of Engineering is responsible for the maintenance of all the traffic signals within Jackson County, which are approximately 150. The signals are designed, constructed and operated to allow for safe movement of vehicles and pedestrians through heavily traveled or hazardous locations. Most signals within the County have timing patterns that change throughout the day and on different days of the week to provide optimal traffic flow.

Problems occasionally develop because of failure of the electronic components in the signals, power fluctuations, bulb burnouts or damage. Common problems are for the red, green or yellow light to be out, flashing signals or "stuck" signals.

Traffic signal problems can be reported in two ways, depending on the time of day:

• Call Department of Engineering from 8:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, at 517-788-4160.
• Call the Police Department during nights or weekends at 517-788-4100.