New Speed Limit Will Improve Safety for Bicyclists, Motorists and Pedestrians
(November 3, 2022) -The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) will reduce the speed limit on MD 707 (Gray’s Corner Road) from MD 589 (Race Track Road) to Riddle Lane in Berlin, Worcester County, from 50 mph to 40 mph tomorrow.
MDOT SHA initiated a traffic study along MD 707 in response to community concerns. After traffic engineers collected and analyzed data, including actual speeds, traffic counts and travel demand, they determined the speed limit should be lowered to enhance the safety of pedestrians, bicyclists and motorists.
“The safety of every customer on our roadway system is our priority,” said MDOT SHA Administrator Tim Smith. “MDOT SHA will continue to work with our stakeholders to identify conditions where roadway users will benefit from improved safety measures and then implement wise solutions.”
New speed limit signs were recently installed to alert motorists of the upcoming change.
The Move Over Law in Maryland requires motorists to make a lane change or slow down when approaching any stopped, standing, or parked vehicle displaying hazard warning lights, road flares or other caution signals. The expanded law is in place to protect emergency responders and motorists who encounter a roadside emergency.
Motorists in need may dial #77 on their mobile device for roadside assistance.
For a list of all major MDOT SHA projects, go to
Project Portal. Visit our homepage at
roads.maryland.gov. For a look at real-time traffic conditions, go to
md511.maryland.gov.
Editor’s Note
From intersection improvements to widening and new interchange construction, MDOT SHA is investing in projects to enhance the commute and daily travel for millions of Marylanders. MDOT SHA maintains more than 2,500 bridges and 17,000 miles of non-toll state roads – the interstate, US and state numbered routes in Maryland’s 23 counties.