Speed Limit Reduced to 45 Miles Per Hour Along Section of U.S. 62 in Lyon County
PADUCAH, Ky. (May 9, 2025) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) has reduced the speed limit along a section of U.S. 62 near Interstate 24 Exit 40 in Lyon County. New signage reducing the speed limit from 55 to 45 miles per hour is expected to be installed today.
This section of U.S. 62 runs from mile points 6.36 to 7.25, from KY 6011/Doom Chapel Road to New Circle Road North. This section passes beneath I-24 at Exit 40, between Kuttawa and Eddyville.
The speed limit reduction is intended to improve safety in an area with high traffic volume, particularly near interstate access ramps.
Approximately 7,860 vehicles travel this section of U.S. 62 in an average day.
When signs are posted, the new 45 mile per hour speed limit will be active and subject to enforcement.
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