Westmoreland Circle facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Westmoreland Circle |
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1 Westmoreland Circle
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| Location | |
| Washington, DC and Bethesda, MD | |
| Roads at junction: |
 MD 396Massachusetts Avenue NW Western Avenue Dalecaria Parkway NW Various other local roads |
| Construction | |
| Type: | Traffic circle |
| Maintained by: | DDOT, MDSHA |
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Westmoreland Circle is a special traffic circle located exactly on the border between the state of Maryland and Washington, D.C.. It's a busy meeting point for several roads, including Western Avenue, Massachusetts Avenue, and Dalecarlia Parkway. The green area with grass and trees in the middle of the circle is taken care of by the National Park Service.
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Westmoreland Circle: A Special Spot
What is Westmoreland Circle?
A traffic circle, also known as a roundabout, is a circular intersection where roads meet. Instead of traffic lights, cars drive around a central island. This helps traffic flow smoothly and can make intersections safer. Westmoreland Circle is a great example of how these circles work, managing cars coming from different directions.
Buildings Around the Circle
Even though it's a busy traffic circle, only two main buildings are right next to Westmoreland Circle:
- The Westmoreland Congregational United Church of Christ is on the north side of the circle. Its address is 1 Westmoreland Circle.
- A power substation for Pepco (Potomac Electric Power Company) is also nearby. It's cleverly designed to look like a house, so it blends in with the neighborhood!
Special Markers and Signs
Westmoreland Circle has some interesting markers and signs that tell a bit about its history and purpose:
- On the north and west sides, you can see special entrance markers. These were put there by the Garden Club of America. They show where Massachusetts Avenue enters Washington, D.C.
- There's also a sign from the AAA (American Automobile Association). This sign helps drivers find their way to the Kenwood Golf and Country Club.
