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Route 30 speed study shows averages above limit; town to apply for radar signs

Dorset Select Board · November 18, 2025
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Summary

Speed studies found average speeds of 43 mph (29,910 trips) on Route 30 North and 45 mph (37,158 trips) on Route 30 South, where the limit is 40 mph. The town will complete its application for additional radar speed signs at these locations.

Town staff reported the results of recent speed studies on Route 30 and said the findings support applications for radar speed signs at two locations.

Staff said Route 30 North (near Pauls Way) averaged 43 mph across 29,910 vehicle trips and Route 30 South (near DWR) averaged 45 mph across 37,158 trips; both locations have a 40 mph speed limit. Based on those data the town will complete applications for additional radar speed signs in the identified locations.