KYTC set to roll out automated speed monitoring in work zones

Automated speed enforcement is coming to Kentucky state highway work zones.

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet says House Bill 664, which was signed into law earlier this year, allows the use of automated enforcement devices such as cameras in active work zones in Kentucky to ensure compliance with posted speed limits. The KYTC says the enforcement initiative will better protect motorists and construction crews.

In work zones with automated speed enforcement, cameras will be placed within the work zone and officers will be positioned beyond the work zone in order to safely make traffic stops. The KYTC says: “Tickets will only be issued to drivers in person, based on camera or detector data from inside the work zone. Speeding and traffic violations carry a $500 fine when workers are present.”

Speed cameras will be installed this summer and fall in select work zones, with more locations to be included later. Work zones with automated enforcement cameras will have warning signs with flashing lights to notify drivers.

The KYTC says in 2024 more than 1,200 work zone crashes were recorded in Kentucky, resulting in seven deaths and 298 injuries. Visit www.kentuckyhighwaysafety.com for more information.