City to reduce speed limit on 32nd Street beginning March 16

The City of Yuma will reduce the speed limit on 32nd Street between Avenue 2 1/2 E and Arizona Avenue from 45 mph to 35 mph beginning Monday, March 16.

City of Yuma Public Works crews will install new speed limit signs the morning of March 16. The change is intended to improve traffic flow, help reduce collisions, and support safer merging onto 32nd Street.

This section of 32nd Street includes multiple driveways, side streets, and frequent turning traffic. The reduced speed limit will better reflect how this roadway is used today.

"Safety is the primary reason for this change," said Director of Engineering David Wostenberg. "Traffic patterns on this section of 32nd Street have changed over time, and lowering the speed limit will help create a safer and more consistent driving experience for motorists."

Motorists should look for the new posted speed limit signs and follow the updated speed limit as part of the City's efforts to improve safety and traffic flow along 32^nd Street.