Henrico lowers speed limits on more than 50 roads after safety study

Henrico County is lowering speed limits on more than 50 roads following a comprehensive speed study, WTVR CBS 6 reported. County leaders said the changes aim to align posted speeds with roadway function, surrounding land use, and safety needs for all users, including pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists.

The speed limit reductions will be implemented in phases over the next six months to a year. Roads primarily serving neighborhoods with narrow widths and heavy use will have limits lowered to 25 mph. Examples include Sadler Road between Ireland and Sadler roads, Old Memorial Drive near Turtle Parkway, and parts of Old Williamsburg Road west and east of Interstate 295.

Some roads will have new speed limits set at 35 mph to reduce crash risks, especially run-off-road accidents on rural roads with limited shoulders. Shady Grove Road between Pouncey Tract Road and Shady Grove/Twin Hickory roads is among those affected.

Roadways with narrow alignment and lack of shoulders will see speed limits adjusted to 45 mph. The county has organized the changes by magisterial district and maintains a webpage with updates on implementation dates.

Henrico Public Works encourages community feedback and has invited residents to share their thoughts with the CBS 6 Newsroom as the changes roll out.