Beginning Nov. 18, 2024, the speed limit on Highway 32 between County KR and Sheridan Road/Seventh Avenue in Kenosha County will be reduced to 35 m.p.h. This decrease (from 45 m.p.h.) is a result of a collaborative pilot program between the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), Kenosha County, the City of Kenosha, and the Village of Somers, intending to enhance safety.
The new 35 m.p.h. speed limit is intended to reduce crash-related fatalities and injuries within this corridor. Reminder of the change will be displayed along the road including:
- Numerous speed limit signs throughout the corridor
- Dynamic speed signs showing drivers their speed compared to the speed limit
- Temporary electronic message boards at the entry points of the reduced speed zone notifying drivers of the change
Commuters should be aware that State and County law enforcement will have an increased presence along the corridor, focusing on visibility and education.
“Reducing the speed limit is a critical step toward improving safety on this stretch of road,” said Kenosha County Sheriff David Zoerner. “Higher speeds lead to more dangerous crashes, and our goal is to reduce the risk of injury and fatalities.”
