[Talk-us] Speed Limit Validity in US Questions

[Paul Johnson]

> As noted above, a speed limit doesn't implicitly revert to another speed
> limit as you pass an intersection. However, it is common to post a
> confirmation speed limit sign at "major" intersections. Most standards
> are vague about what qualifies as a major intersection. Some states say
> it's based on the cross street's traffic volume but don't say how much
> traffic volume the street needs to carry to qualify. Georgia considers
> every intersection with a U.S. or state route to be major. [17]
> T-intersections and four-way intersections wouldi probably be treated
> the same for the purpose of speed limit sign placement.

States and settlements might have the concept of major/minor
intersections, but as far as the MUTCD and federal law is concerned,
as well as most states, there's no distinction.  Intersections are
just intersections.