Warning Period Begins for Photo Enforcement on Barnett and Highland

Published on August 31, 2026

The Medford Police Department (MPD) is committed to improving traffic safety throughout the city. One tool MPD uses to help reduce dangerous driving is fixed-site photo enforcement cameras for red light and speed violations.

Photo enforcement cameras were installed at the intersection of E. Barnett Road and Highland Drive earlier this year, but technical difficulties delayed their activation. Since then, MPD has completed software updates in partnership with a third-party contractor, vendor testing, and internal testing to confirm the system is operating accurately.

The system will begin capturing violations Tuesday, September 1. For the first 30 days, MPD will issue warning letters to drivers observed committing violations at the intersection. Actual citations will begin Thursday, October 1.

The cameras will monitor both speed and red-light violations from two approaches, westbound Barnett Road and southbound Highland Drive.

Please remember:

All drivers must come to a complete stop before the crosswalk before turning right.
All drivers must stop at a yellow or red light (Oregon has a restricted yellow light law, ORS 811.260).
Tickets must be mailed within 10 business days.
See ORS 810.437 for legal requirements.

Speed continues to be a significant factor in serious vehicle collisions nationwide. MPD's photo radar program has been in operation since 2004. There are currently five intersections in Medford with photo enforcement, chosen strategically to reduce speeding and serious traffic collisions at these locations and surrounding areas:

Delta Waters Road and Highway 62
E. McAndrews Road and Biddle Road
S. Riverside Avenue and 8th Street
N. Central Avenue and 4th Street
E. Barnett Road and Highland Drive

The safety of Medford's residents and visitors is MPD's priority. Please follow traffic laws, pay attention at intersections, and observe posted speed limits.