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NCDOT raises speed limit to 70 mph on Greensboro Urban Loop

FattBoyFresh January 17, 2026 1 minute read

70 mph on the entire Greensboro Urban Loop (I-840) now that all construction is finished, restoring it to the original design speed after it was temporarily set at 65 mph during roadwork. This change brings the loop up to the state's current maximum speed limit, with some discussion ongoing about potentially increasing limits to 75 mph on other highways, although that's a separate legislative matter. Key Details: What: Speed limit increased from 65 mph to 70 mph. Where: The entire Greensboro Urban Loop (I-840). Why: Construction on the loop is complete, allowing the speed limit to return to its designed level. Context: The NCDOT designed the loop for 70 mph, but construction limited it to 65 mph. This is a local adjustment; separate legislative efforts are underway to potentially raise the state's maximum limit from 70 to 75 mph on certain interstates, but that's a different proposal.

NCDOT raises speed limit to 70 mph on Greensboro Urban Loop

The speed limit was previously set at 65 mph due to ongoing construction on various sections.

GREENSBORO, N.C. — According to the North Carolina Department of Transportation, the speed limit on the entire Greensboro Urban Loop has been raised to 70 mph.

The loop was designed for a 70 mph speed limit, but was previously set at 65 mph due to ongoing construction on various sections. With all work now completed and accepted, the speed limit has been restored to its original design speed.