Speed Limit Sign Design Guidelines - Revision history

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	== Governing Document Reference: ==		== Governing Document Reference: ==
	[http://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways (MUTCD)], ~~2009~~ or latest edition and the [http://online.encodeplus.com/regs/overlandpark-ks/doc-viewer.aspx?secid=3158&keywords=12.04.085#secid-3155 Overland Park Municipal Code (OPMC), Title 12 – Traffic, Chapter 12.04.]		[http://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways (MUTCD)], 2023 or latest edition and the [http://online.encodeplus.com/regs/overlandpark-ks/doc-viewer.aspx?secid=3158&keywords=12.04.085#secid-3155 Overland Park Municipal Code (OPMC), Title 12 – Traffic, Chapter 12.04.]

	== MUTCD Requirements: ==		== MUTCD Requirements: ==

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	== Signing Standards: ==		== Signing Standards: ==
	The “Speed Limit” (R2-1) sign shall have black letters and border, on a retro-reflectorized white background and shall be 24” x 30” on conventional roadways with single lane approaches and on multi-lane conventional roadways with speeds less than or equal to 35 mph. On multi-lane conventional roadways with speeds greater than 35 mph, the sign shall be ~~30”x36”~~.		The “Speed Limit” (R2-1) sign shall have black letters and border, on a retro-reflectorized white background and shall be 24” x 30” on conventional roadways with single lane approaches and on multi-lane conventional roadways with speeds less than or equal to 35 mph. On multi-lane conventional roadways with speeds greater than 35 mph, the sign shall be 30” x 36”.

	== Applicable Overland Park Traffic Ordinances – Chapter 12.04: ==		== Applicable Overland Park Traffic Ordinances – Chapter 12.04: ==

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	== City of Overland Park Guidelines for Installation: ==		== City of Overland Park Guidelines for Installation: ==
	A field investigation is required to determine if a “Speed Limit” sign is to be installed. [~~http~~://~~www~~.~~opkansas~~.~~org~~/wp-~~content/uploads/downloads~~/~~1204~~-~~overland~~-~~park-traffic-ordinance-including-table-of-contents-and-index.pdf~~ Overland Park Municipal Code 12.04.033]“Speed Limitations; Restrictions” establishes appropriate speeds on particular streets. The general guidelines are as follows:		A field investigation is required to determine if a “Speed Limit” sign is to be installed. [https://online.encodeplus.com/regs/overlandpark-ks/doc-viewer.aspx#secid-3098 Overland Park Municipal Code 12.04.033]“Speed Limitations; Restrictions” establishes appropriate speeds on particular streets. The general guidelines are as follows:

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	“Speed Limit” signs are generally installed downstream of thoroughfare-thoroughfare intersections, and downstream of collector street intersections or at approximately the ½ mile points. Additional signs may be installed by request if deemed necessary for excessive speeding violations in order to support better enforcement. Changes in speed limit can be achieved upon a spot speed study indicating the 85th percentile speed and as approved by the City Traffic Engineer.		“Speed Limit” signs are generally installed downstream of thoroughfare-thoroughfare intersections, and downstream of collector street intersections or at approximately the ½ mile points. Additional signs may be installed by request if deemed necessary for excessive speeding violations in order to support better enforcement. Changes in speed limit can be achieved upon a spot speed study indicating the 85th percentile speed and as approved by the City Traffic Engineer.

	Exceptions to any of the above requirements may be made if sufficient evidence exists for speeding as gathered by using the ~~“stealthstat”~~ monitoring equipment. The data should be gathered over a 48-hour minimum time period.		Exceptions to any of the above requirements may be made if sufficient evidence exists for speeding as gathered by using the “stealth” monitoring equipment. The data should be gathered over a 48-hour minimum time period.

	Upon investigation of a citizen request, if it is determined that the area is adequately signed according to this suggested guideline, the appropriate location information is forwarded to the Overland Park Police Department for enforcement. If enforcement is not successful in reducing the speeds of the traveling motorist, the location will be reviewed to determine if it meets the warrants for traffic calming measures as established in the Traffic Calming Policy.		Upon investigation of a citizen request, if it is determined that the area is adequately signed according to this suggested guideline, the appropriate location information is forwarded to the Overland Park Police Department for enforcement. If enforcement is not successful in reducing the speeds of the traveling motorist, the location will be reviewed to determine if it meets the warrants for traffic calming measures as established in the Traffic Calming Policy.

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	== Governing Document Reference: ==		== Governing Document Reference: ==
	[http://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways (MUTCD)], 2009 or latest edition and the [http://~~www~~.~~opkansas~~.~~org~~/wp-~~content/uploads/downloads~~/~~1204~~-~~overland-park~~-~~traffic-ordinance-including-table-of-contents-and-index.pdf~~ Overland Park Municipal Code (OPMC), Title 12 – Traffic, Chapter 12.04.]		[http://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways (MUTCD)], 2009 or latest edition and the [http://online.encodeplus.com/regs/overlandpark-ks/doc-viewer.aspx?secid=3158&keywords=12.04.085#secid-3155 Overland Park Municipal Code (OPMC), Title 12 – Traffic, Chapter 12.04.]

	== MUTCD Requirements: ==		== MUTCD Requirements: ==

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	== MUTCD Requirements: ==		== MUTCD Requirements: ==
	“Speed Limit” (R2-1) signs shall display the speed limit as establish by law, ordinance, regulation, or as adopted by the authorized agency based on an engineering study. The speed limits displayed shall be in multiples of 5 mph. The speed posted should be the 85th-percentile speed of free-flowing traffic rounded up to the nearest 5 mph increment. [[~~File~~:R2-1.png\|right]]		“Speed Limit” (R2-1) signs shall display the speed limit as establish by law, ordinance, regulation, or as adopted by the authorized agency based on an engineering study. The speed limits displayed shall be in multiples of 5 mph. The speed posted should be the 85th-percentile speed of free-flowing traffic rounded up to the nearest 5 mph increment. [[Image:R2-1.png\|right]]

	“Speed Limit” (R2-1) signs, indicating speed limits for which posting is required by law, shall be located at the points of change from one speed limit to another. At the downstream end of the section to which a speed limit applies, a “Speed Limit” sign showing the next speed limit shall be installed. Additional “Speed Limit” signs shall be installed beyond major intersections and at other locations where it is necessary to remind road users of the speed limit that is applicable.		“Speed Limit” (R2-1) signs, indicating speed limits for which posting is required by law, shall be located at the points of change from one speed limit to another. At the downstream end of the section to which a speed limit applies, a “Speed Limit” sign showing the next speed limit shall be installed. Additional “Speed Limit” signs shall be installed beyond major intersections and at other locations where it is necessary to remind road users of the speed limit that is applicable.

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	Governing Document Reference:		== Governing Document Reference: ==
	[http://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways (MUTCD)], 2009 or latest edition and the [http://www.opkansas.org/wp-content/uploads/downloads/1204-overland-park-traffic-ordinance-including-table-of-contents-and-index.pdf Overland Park Municipal Code 12.04.]		[http://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways (MUTCD)], 2009 or latest edition and the [http://www.opkansas.org/wp-content/uploads/downloads/1204-overland-park-traffic-ordinance-including-table-of-contents-and-index.pdf Overland Park Municipal Code (OPMC), Title 12 – Traffic, Chapter 12.04.]

	== MUTCD Requirements: ==		== MUTCD Requirements: ==

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	~~<u>~~On Residential Streets:~~</u><br>~~		===On Residential Streets:===
	It is not the intent to install “Speed Limit” signs on residential streets within sub-divisions where the primary traffic is generated from citizens that reside within. “Speed Limit” signs are generally installed on residential streets at locations where traffic would be entering from a street that has a higher posted speed limit. The intent is to provide the motorist information in regard to an impending change in posted speed, which may otherwise be difficult to perceive. “Speed Limit” signs are not normally installed on cul-de-sac streets.		It is not the intent to install “Speed Limit” signs on residential streets within sub-divisions where the primary traffic is generated from citizens that reside within. “Speed Limit” signs are generally installed on residential streets at locations where traffic would be entering from a street that has a higher posted speed limit. The intent is to provide the motorist information in regard to an impending change in posted speed, which may otherwise be difficult to perceive. “Speed Limit” signs are not normally installed on cul-de-sac streets.

	~~<u>~~On Collector Streets:~~</u><br>~~		===On Collector Streets:===
	“Speed Limit” signs are generally installed on collector streets at locations where traffic would be entering from a street that has a higher posted speed limit and at intervals not to exceed approximately 1/2-mile intervals. Additional signs may be installed by request if deemed necessary for excessive speeding violations in order to support better enforcement. Changes in speed limit can be achieved upon a spot speed study indicating the 85th percentile speed and as approved by the City Traffic Engineer.		“Speed Limit” signs are generally installed on collector streets at locations where traffic would be entering from a street that has a higher posted speed limit and at intervals not to exceed approximately 1/2-mile intervals. Additional signs may be installed by request if deemed necessary for excessive speeding violations in order to support better enforcement. Changes in speed limit can be achieved upon a spot speed study indicating the 85th percentile speed and as approved by the City Traffic Engineer.

	~~<u>~~On Thoroughfare Streets:~~</u><br>~~		===On Thoroughfare Streets:===
	“Speed Limit” signs are generally installed downstream of thoroughfare-thoroughfare intersections, and downstream of collector street intersections or at approximately the ½ mile points. Additional signs may be installed by request if deemed necessary for excessive speeding violations in order to support better enforcement. Changes in speed limit can be achieved upon a spot speed study indicating the 85th percentile speed and as approved by the City Traffic Engineer.		“Speed Limit” signs are generally installed downstream of thoroughfare-thoroughfare intersections, and downstream of collector street intersections or at approximately the ½ mile points. Additional signs may be installed by request if deemed necessary for excessive speeding violations in order to support better enforcement. Changes in speed limit can be achieved upon a spot speed study indicating the 85th percentile speed and as approved by the City Traffic Engineer.

Bruce Wacker: /* MUTCD Requirements: */

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	== MUTCD Requirements: ==		== MUTCD Requirements: ==
	“Speed Limit” (R2-1) signs shall display the speed limit as establish by law, ordinance, regulation, or as adopted by the authorized agency based on an engineering study. The speed limits displayed shall be in multiples of 5 mph. The speed posted should be the 85th-percentile speed of free-flowing traffic rounded up to the nearest 5 mph increment.		“Speed Limit” (R2-1) signs shall display the speed limit as establish by law, ordinance, regulation, or as adopted by the authorized agency based on an engineering study. The speed limits displayed shall be in multiples of 5 mph. The speed posted should be the 85th-percentile speed of free-flowing traffic rounded up to the nearest 5 mph increment. [[File:R2-1.png\|right]]

	“Speed Limit” (R2-1) signs, indicating speed limits for which posting is required by law, shall be located at the points of change from one speed limit to another. At the downstream end of the section to which a speed limit applies, a “Speed Limit” sign showing the next speed limit shall be installed. Additional “Speed Limit” signs shall be installed beyond major intersections and at other locations where it is necessary to remind road users of the speed limit that is applicable.		“Speed Limit” (R2-1) signs, indicating speed limits for which posting is required by law, shall be located at the points of change from one speed limit to another. At the downstream end of the section to which a speed limit applies, a “Speed Limit” sign showing the next speed limit shall be installed. Additional “Speed Limit” signs shall be installed beyond major intersections and at other locations where it is necessary to remind road users of the speed limit that is applicable.
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	== City of Overland Park Guidelines for Installation: ==		== City of Overland Park Guidelines for Installation: ==

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	“Speed Limit” (R2-1) signs, indicating speed limits for which posting is required by law, shall be located at the points of change from one speed limit to another. At the downstream end of the section to which a speed limit applies, a “Speed Limit” sign showing the next speed limit shall be installed. Additional “Speed Limit” signs shall be installed beyond major intersections and at other locations where it is necessary to remind road users of the speed limit that is applicable.		“Speed Limit” (R2-1) signs, indicating speed limits for which posting is required by law, shall be located at the points of change from one speed limit to another. At the downstream end of the section to which a speed limit applies, a “Speed Limit” sign showing the next speed limit shall be installed. Additional “Speed Limit” signs shall be installed beyond major intersections and at other locations where it is necessary to remind road users of the speed limit that is applicable.
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	== City of Overland Park Guidelines for Installation: ==		== City of Overland Park Guidelines for Installation: ==

Bruce Wacker: /* City of Overland Park Guidelines for Installation: */

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	== City of Overland Park Guidelines for Installation: ==		== City of Overland Park Guidelines for Installation: ==
	A field investigation is required to determine if a “Speed Limit” sign is to be installed. ~~City~~ Municipal Code 12.04.033 “Speed Limitations; Restrictions” establishes appropriate speeds on particular streets. The general guidelines are as follows:		A field investigation is required to determine if a “Speed Limit” sign is to be installed. [http://www.opkansas.org/wp-content/uploads/downloads/1204-overland-park-traffic-ordinance-including-table-of-contents-and-index.pdf Overland Park Municipal Code 12.04.033]“Speed Limitations; Restrictions” establishes appropriate speeds on particular streets. The general guidelines are as follows:

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