New Wisconsin speed limit has a decimal point. Why

T.R.U.S.T.
Apr 27
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KFOR by: Nick Witwer, Alix Martichoux

Apr 27, 2026

APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) – A new (and very specific) speed limit has been posting in Wisconsin at the Outagamie County Recycling and Solid Waste facility. Drivers entering the facility need to drive no faster than 17.3 mph.

In a post on social media, officials with the Outagamie County Recycling and Solid Waste said they decided on a posted speed limit of 17.3 mph because it makes drivers pause and look twice, breaking up that “autopilot” feeling that can be experienced when driving on familiar roads.

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