Starting this month, drivers may encounter speed limits as low as 35 mph on I-465.
The Indiana Department of Transportation will establish a variable speed limit system for vehicles traveling on I-465 in the southeast region of Indianapolis. This system will allow the speed limit to fluctuate with each use of the interstate.
According to INDOT, the new variable speed limit system will modify speed limits in response to traffic, roadway incidents, work zones, and weather. It is anticipated that the system will be operational by or around September 10.
According to INDOT, the standard speed limit of 55 mph may be reduced to 35 mph in 5-mph increments if the circumstances require it.
According to Kyleigh Cramer, an INDOT spokesperson, “traffic speed data collected by radar technology determines the posted speed for the Variable Speed Limit (VSL) signs.” “The systems operate automatically, however, an operator can manually adjust the speed limit, if necessary, for example, in the event of a crash, work zone or inclement weather.”
According to state planners, progressively lowering speeds before congestion can prevent abrupt slowdowns, which can cause crashes and backups. IndyStar reports from the past have revealed that numerous motorists have failed to adhere to the speed limit on I-465.
INDOT stated that law enforcement officers will be stationed at various locations to guarantee that vehicles adhere to the variable speed limits and in-place signage.
Variable speed limits are a state initiative that is associated with the Transportation Systems Management Operations (TSMO) strategy. This strategy includes ramp entrance metering, which regulates the flow of traffic into a highway, and dynamic message signs that provide drivers with real-time alerts and information to improve their commute.
