Lower Speed Limit For Lake Canobolas Road

The speed limit on Lake Canobolas Road near Orange will be reduced to deliver safer trips for all road users.

Transport for NSW conducted a speed zone review along the 6.25-kilometre length of Lake Canobolas Road last year in re­sponse to a request from a member of the community.

Transport for NSW Acting Regional Direc­tor West Holly Davies said the review as­sessed a number of factors including loca­tion, crash history, road environment, the number of access points, road usage, traffic mix and traffic volumes, and recommended a reduced speed limit be implemented.

“Lake Canobolas Road connects tourists and residents to the likes of Lake Canobo­las, Mount Canobolas National Park, winer­ies, a scout camp, residential properties and farms,” Ms Davies said.

“Due to the geometrical constraints of the road, increased traffic volumes and the level of development along the route a lower speed limit is warranted.

“Tragically, there was a fatal crash – one of two serious crashes in the space of 24-hours – on Lake Canobolas Road re­cently so improving safety is paramount at this time. Reducing speed is proven to in­crease safety.”

As a result of the speed zone review, the 80 km/h speed limit on Lake Canobolas Road will be reduced to 70 km/h from Fri­day 21 February and new signage will be installed to advise motorists of the changes.

“While motorists may experience slight changes in travel times, ensuring the safety of all road users remains our top priority,” Ms Davies said.

A speed zone review is a comprehensive process that includes site inspections, anal­ysis of the current road environment and road condition, consideration of crash data and traffic volumes.

A speed zone review can be suggested by councils, police or residents online at https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/roadsafety/topics-tips/speeding/have-your-say/speed-limits-have-your-say

Transport for NSW is responsible for re­viewing and setting speed limits on all public roads in NSW.