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The focus of this research is on evaluating the performance of three unconventional intersection designs [Michigan U-turn (MUT), superstreet, and continuous green T-intersection (CGT)] over existing pretimed signalized intersection design along Highway 49 in the city of Charlotte, North Carolina, USA. MUT and superstreet intersection designs eliminate the left turns from side streets and replaces them with a combination of right-turn and U-turn movement. However, in the case of CGT, a separate continuous lane is provided for the through movement at one of the approaches of the intersection. Ten signalized intersections were identified along the selected study corridor. A base model was developed using Synchro/SimTraffic traffic simulation software and validated by comparing traffic volumes (provided as input vs. simulated) and through visual audits. Underperforming intersections were identified along …