Speed humps are typically installed as part of a series along a street segment. Proper spacing is important to maintain consistent speed reduction and safe vehicle operation.

No. Speed humps are not installed too close to intersections, stop signs, traffic signals, or other traffic control devices to avoid operational and safety conflicts.

Speed humps may be reevaluated if roadway conditions change, if operational or safety concerns arise, or if the device is no longer serving its intended purpose.

Yes. Proposed speed hump locations are reviewed to ensure emergency response and transit operations are not adversely affected.

No. Submitting a request does not guarantee that a speed hump will be installed. All requests must meet established traffic engineering and safety criteria before installation is considered.

Any speed hump request will get filtered and logged in.  Meanwhile, we shall receive a notification of the new request.  

Speed Hump Application

Speed hump requests must be submitted through the City’s online request form. The form is designed to determine whether a request is eligible for further engineering review before it is accepted.

Any speed hump request will get filtered and logged in.  Meanwhile, we shall receive a notification of the new request.  

Speed Hump Application

Evaluation timelines vary depending on data collection needs, workload, and scheduling. Some requests require traffic studies, field inspections, and coordination with multiple departments before a determination can be made.

Requests are evaluated using traffic engineering data and field observations, which may include:

• Traffic speeds and speed study results
• Traffic volumes
• Crash history
• Roadway geometry (curves, sight distance, width)
• Neighborhood characteristics
• Emergency vehicle access requirements

These factors help determine whether a speed hump would improve safety without creating additional issues.

If a request does not qualify for a speed hump, staff may consider or recommend other traffic safety measures depending on the nature of the concern.

A speed hump is a raised section of asphalt installed across a residential street to reduce vehicle speeds and improve neighborhood safety. Speed humps are designed to slow traffic gradually and are most effective when installed as part of an overall traffic calming approach.

Speed humps are intended for residential local streets with low to moderate traffic volumes. In general, eligible streets must meet characteristics such as:

• Primarily residential land use
• Posted speed limit of 30 MPH or less
• One travel lane per direction
• No nearby traffic signals or stop signs within close proximity
• Suitable spacing for proper installation

Speed humps are not installed on arterial streets or roadways designed to carry higher volumes of traffic.

For questions about speed humps or the request process, contact the City of Laredo Traffic Safety Department.  (956) 795-2550.

Only residents who live on the street being requested may submit a speed hump request. Requests submitted by non‑residents, property managers, or individuals living on adjacent streets may not be considered.

Any speed hump request will get filtered and logged in.  Meanwhile, we shall receive a notification of the new request.  

Speed Hump Application

When approved, speed humps are installed and maintained by the City, subject to available funding and scheduling.

A street may not qualify if:

• The roadway carries high traffic volumes
• The posted speed limit is above 30 MPH
• The street functions as a major neighborhood connector
• There are emergency access or operational concerns
• Existing traffic control devices are too close to the proposed location
• The location was evaluated recently

In such cases, other traffic management options may be more appropriate.