New Wisconsin speed limit has a decimal point. Why?
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) — A new (and very specific) speed limit is being posted at the Outagamie County Recycling and Solid Waste facility in Wisconsin: Drivers entering the facility are required to drive no faster than 17.3 mph.
One post on social mediaOutagamie County Recycling and Solid Waste officials said they decided on a 17.3 mph speed limit because it causes drivers to stop and look twice and eliminates the “autopilot” feeling that can be experienced when driving on familiar roads.
At the recycling and waste center, they said haulers, contractors and residents pass through the area every day, making it important for drivers to slow down and remain alert.
Why should you check for black spots around your windshield?
“We want everyone to have a safe visit and go home at the end of the day. Thank you for doing your part to keep our site safe!” the facility said.
Such a strict speed limit is unusual, but the Wisconsin waste facility isn’t the first to try it. Another example can be found in Colorado Springs, Colorado, where there is a posted speed limit at a shopping mall. 8.2 mph. There is a decimal point Redditors are confused for years.
Transportation planners may be turning to these more creative ways to slow down drivers. One last work He found that simply lowering the speed limit usually doesn’t work.
Changes in road designSigns such as speed bumps, roundabouts or curbs are often more effective than replacing signs.
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