Texas Speed Limits Can Be Changed Based On Road Conditions Starting Sept. 1

El Paso Times, El Paso Times
Tue, 08/22/2023 - 8:46am

The altered speed limit would be in effect only when it's posted on signs notifying drivers. It can't be lower than 10 miles under the regular limit.

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