City Council Approves Updated Speed Limits for US 181 Harbor Bridge Corridor and SH 361
Speed limits increased on SH 286 and Harbor Bridge; reduced along SH 361 to improve traffic flow and safety
At today’s regularly scheduled City Council meeting, the Council approved an ordinance adjusting speed limits along major local thoroughfares, including State Highway 286 (Crosstown Expressway), U.S. Highway 181 (Harbor Bridge), and State Highway 361.
The adjustments follow speed and traffic engineering studies conducted by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) in accordance with the Texas Transportation Code.
Approved Speed Limit Changes:
- U.S. 181 / Harbor Bridge (I-37 to Beach Avenue): Increased to 65 mph (formerly 55 mph)
- SH 286 / Crosstown Expressway (Lipan Street to I-37): Increased to 65 mph (formerly 50 mph)
- SH 361 (Park Road 22 to Mariners Drive / City Limits): Decreased to 50 mph throughout the entire segment (Previous limits: 55 mph from Park Road 22 to Packery Channel Bridge; 60 mph from Packery Channel Bridge to city limits)
The updated speed limits will take effect once TxDOT installs new speed-limit signage along the designated corridors. Motorists are advised to observe all posted signs and exercise caution as drivers adjust to the new limits.
For more information, media representatives may contact Richard Vargas Jr., senior public information officer, at 361-826-3420 or richardv2@cctexas.com.
