Dowden Road Speed Management Study

In response to resident concerns, the City of Orlando Transportation Engineering Division engaged a consultant to conduct an in-depth review of Dowden Road. On July 18, 2024, the consultant delivered a speed management study focusing on the stretch of Dowden Road from the State Road 417 northbound ramp terminal intersection to Founders Street. The study's primary objective was to assess safety issues arising from vehicles exceeding the posted 35 mph speed limit.

The study proposed a range of short-term and long-term strategies to address speeding along the corridor. In response, the City of Orlando's Transportation Engineering Division translated these short-term recommendations into actionable, prioritized project steps. With a focus on safety and protecting vulnerable road users, the city prioritized improvements at school crossings, intersections with significant pedestrian and bicycle activity, and locations with a history of frequent crashes.