Speed limit on I-80 increased west of Rawlins

RAWLINS, Wyo. – The speed limit on Interstate 80 west of Rawlins has been increased to 80 mph following a speed study and end of construction work in the area.

The 80 mph limit is now in effect from Exit 209 (Johnson Road) west to Creston Junction. I-80 west of Creston Junction was already signed at 80 mph.

The change comes after a speed study that supported the speed limit increase. However, WYDOT opted to wait until after construction was completed in western Carbon and eastern Sweetwater counties to sign the new limit.

The speed limit on I-80 in the remainder of Carbon County will remain at 75 mph.

For information about this news release, contact WYDOT District 1 public information specialist Matt Murphy at (307) 745-2142.