The simple OttoBollard(TM) design is made to be permanently installed, stowed in place, easily maintained, and operated manually to replace more complicated and expensive hydraulic traffic control systems. It is designed to give property owners the choice of how and when they change protection levels and or traffic patterns. As an example of maintainability, 8-koi’s OttoBollard(TM) was easily repaired and made ready for service with minimal downtime the same day following impact. Applications include property egress paths, facility egress paths, civic meeting places, and roads and other similar locations where bollard systems are not to be permanently installed and there is a need to modify or change potential traffic patterns. The OttoBollard(TM) eliminates off site storage of temporary bollards or other similar systems when not in use. The OttoBollard(TM) reduces recurring costs of transport, manpower, rental, and deployment.