Caltrans lowers speed limits on Highway 1 in Big Sur to enhance traffic safety and flow.

Caltrans lowers speed limits on Highway 1 in Big Sur due to traffic and engineering survey findings that reduced speeds enhance traffic safety and flow. The changes affect three segments with new 45, 50, and 40 mph speed limits on 14-, 22.5-, and 8-mile stretches, respectively. The decision is aligned with Caltrans Director's Policy 36, aiming for zero fatalities and serious injuries.

March 07, 2024
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