Can You Make a U-turn at the Highway Service Area Interconnection?
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U-turns are not allowed at the service area interconnection. Although making a U-turn in the service area this way is not considered a traffic violation, it is still advised that drivers avoid attempting it. Reasons why U-turns are not allowed at the service area interconnection: Most highway service areas have interconnection passages, which are set up for the convenience of transferring supplies between the two service areas or for use by traffic law enforcement departments. These are internal passages and are not open for public use. Even if a driver is lucky enough to successfully make a U-turn using the interconnection passage, they may encounter issues at the toll exit. Since highways generally charge by mileage, making a U-turn in this manner complicates the billing process, potentially leading to higher charges and possibly even a warning from traffic police. Impact of making a U-turn in the service area: If a driver uses the connecting passage to make a U-turn and go back, they risk being caught by traffic police or captured on camera, which could result in a 12-point deduction on their license. U-turns are not permitted anywhere on the highway, whether in the service area or not. To make a U-turn, drivers must exit at the next available exit and then turn around. U-turns are strictly prohibited on highways and should not be attempted.
