What this tracks
This dataset records the posted speed limits along Kansas state highways, including standard, truck, and nighttime speed limits.
Why it matters to you
Knowing the exact speed limits helps you avoid tickets when driving unfamiliar stretches of Kansas highways. Truck drivers can check if lower limits apply to their vehicles. If you’re planning a road trip through Kansas, this data tells you whether speed limits drop at night on certain routes — crucial for safe travel planning.
How to read this data
SpeedLimit — The daytime speed limit in mph (sample: 65).
TruckSpeedLimit — Separate limit for commercial vehicles if different (sample: 65).
NightSpeedLimit — Reduced limit after dark if applicable (sample: 65).
RouteID — Identifies the specific highway segment (sample: 0022000590000000).
Try it yourself
Before your next drive on a Kansas state highway, check the speed limits for your route at KDOT’s traveler information website (ksdot.gov) using the RouteID format shown in the data.