Radar Speed Signs

Description
Driver feedback signs that use radar to provide motorists with an instant message, displayed on a reader board, telling them how fast they are driving and to encourage drivers to slow down and drive the posted speed.


Issues Addressed

  • Speeding


Applications

  • Local collector, collector and arterial.

Advantages 

  • Highly visible and very effective educational tool at providing and communicating information to motorists.
  • Effective for temporary speed reduction.
  • Radar speed trailer is portable.


Disadvantages

  • Not self-enforcing.
  • Duration of effectiveness may be limited.
  • Relatively expensive.
  • Not aesthetically pleasing.


Evaluation Considerations

  • May detract from the quaint appearance of a street.

Design/Installation Considerations

  • Install at a location that minimizes visual impact of flashing message on adjacent residential properties.

Springer near Rosita
 

Miramonte near Stanley

 


Radar Speed Trailer