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Kaufman County just raised speed limits on a few major highways, so watch your dash to avoid a surprise ticket. It’s a quick change that might shave a minute off your commute, but don't get too comfortable until you check the new signs.
At a glance
Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 60 before, 1 the 90 before that.
Minimal, primarily related to the cost of installing new signage.
Residents living along Fair Road and County Road 147 who will see reduced heavy truck traffic.
Trucking companies or drivers who must now take a longer route via Rand Road.
The county is restricting heavy trucks from using two local roads to improve safety and reduce road wear. Trucks will now be required to use state highways instead.
The county is adding stop signs and banning through-trucks on Chaparral Road to improve safety for residents in the area.
The county is banning through-trucks on Fair Road and County Road 147 to keep local roads safer and reduce wear and tear. Drivers will need to use Rand Road instead.
The county is considering banning through-trucks on County Road 4024 to improve safety and reduce road wear in residential areas.
New, higher speed-limit signs installed along Kaufman County highways Inforney News
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