Consideration of a resolution to change the speed limit for one segment of Rd 132, Westedt Rd, from mile post 0.0 to 2.00. (Postponed from Feb 3, 2026)

Summary

The Laramie County Board of Commissioners is considering a resolution to change the speed limit on a specific section of Westedt Road (County Road 132), from mile post 0.0 to 2.00. A speed study conducted in June 2024 by Inberg-Miller Engineers analyzed this paved segment. The study concluded that the current posted speed limit of 40 mph is lower than warranted by traffic conditions and safety data. The recommendation is to increase the speed limit to 50 mph for this 2-mile stretch of Westedt Road. This change is consistent with Wyoming Statute 31-5-303(e) and aims to align the posted speed limit with the 85th percentile speed observed during the study (52 mph). The resolution authorizes the County Public Works Department to update the signage accordingly. This item was previously postponed from February 3, 2026.

Citizen Impact

Residents using Westedt Road between mile post 0.0 and 2.00 will experience a 10 mph increase in the posted speed limit, from 40 mph to 50 mph. This change is based on an engineering speed study and aims to reflect current traffic conditions.

Confidence

high