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Old 06-02-2011, 12:42 PM
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Originally Posted by NJblue
My observation is that the speed limits are ridiculously low given the roadways. For example, Buena Vista, a 4-lane divided highway with a speed limit of 35 is way too low. It could be at least 45 without being unsafe. Of course, the limits around the circles should be much lower. Same thing with 25 MPH on Morse on the bridge.

These unusually low speed limits given the nature of the roadways constitute a speed trap by my definition

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Originally Posted by red tail View Post
i think they are 35 so we that drive lsv's are legal to use these roadways.
I think line of sight also comes into consideration when determining speed limits. For instance, if traveling north on BV and making a left turn onto Talley Ridge you may find a car not visible when you start to turn suddenly almost on top of you. Increasing the speed limit to 45MPH will result in people driving in excess of 50MPH.

It seems driving in excess of the posted speed limits is considered an entitlement by a lot of drivers. The same applies to running red lights and stop signs.