Traffic FAQ

Research and studies have found that motorists will drive on a street at a speed they feel comfortable with, regardless of the posted speed. Posting artificially lower speed limits does not slow traffic and can increase the potential for accidents. Research has shown that roadways are safer when all vehicles travel around the same speed, thus the need to appropriately sign the roadway. Engineering studies are used to determine the posted speed limits. If you have further questions about speed limits or speeding, please contact us at 702. 229.6331 or transportation@lasvegasnevada.gov.

The installation of speed humps or other traffic calming measures requires an evaluation of traffic volumes, speeds and crash history performed by our Transportation team. From our study, we will be able to make recommendations on appropriate treatments for the situation in question. To request a study in your neighborhood, please contact us at 702.229.6331 or transportation@lasvegasnevada.gov.

Traffic signal timing can be a tricky and sensitive subject. City staff coordinates with the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada on timing of traffic signals throughout the city. Most traffic signals are coordinated to work with each other to minimize the number of stops along a corridor. Any issues that arise related to traffic signal timing can be passed along to our Transportation team for further study at 702.229.6331 or transportation@lasvegasnevada.gov.

The decision to install a traffic signal is based on a traffic engineering study and must follow federal guidelines and requirements. If there is an intersection that feels is unsafe or has high traffic volumes, contact us at 702.229.6331 or transportation@lasvegasnevada.gov for further study of the intersection.