The Springfield Township Police Department took to social media to share the results collected by a speed sign on Krumroy Road, an area now recognized as a hotspot for lead-footed drivers. Over 20 days, the data, as released in a Facebook post yesterday, paints a stark picture: out of the 55,228 vehicles tracked, 2,102 were caught violating the speed limit. This averages out to approximately 106 violations each day, accounting for 3.8% of the total traffic.
According to the Springfield Township Police Department's post, the average vehicle speed is 36 mph on a road where the posted limit is 35 mph. It's the 85th percentile speed, however, that has marked Krumroy Road for increased enforcement, with numbers hitting 40 mph. Anticipating the foot that seems ever inclined to press heavier on the pedal, the township's officers have escalated their patrol efforts, letting radar run rampant in the hopes of curbing this disturbing trend.
The department clearly outlines its objective on its Facebook announcement, cautioning drivers with a stark warning, "Please be mindful of your speed. Violators risk receiving a citation. Our goal is to keep all roadways safe for drivers, pedestrians, and residents alike."
In response to the collected data, motorists who frequently use Krumroy Road can expect a more visible police presence, with officers ready to issue citations to those testing the limits. The township is doubling down on its efforts to make the roadways safer, acting on data that suggests many are exceeding the threshold of what's legally allowed, even by a single mph.
