Description:

Speed feedback signs are used as part of targeted speed enforcement. Signs can be temporary or permanently fixed on street poles. These measures can be installed at locations to bring awareness to driver speeds and can enhance safety of all roadway users.

Advantages:

•    Provides immediate feedback.

•    Low-to-median cost to implement with high benefit.

•    Uses a standard traffic control device easily recognizable by motorists.

Disadvantages:

•    Not aesthetically appealing.

•    May become less effective over time.

•    Installing of permanent signs may be impacted by the availability of a power source

•    May result in higher speeds from aggressive drivers trying to get a higher speed readout.

Suitable:

•    School Zones.

•    Residential and Collector Streets.

•    Roadways with known speeding concerns.

•    Areas with recurring speeding problems.