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Nashville lowers speed limit on popular shortcut street after residents describe ‘greatest danger’
By Braden Ross at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 14, 2026
· 2 min read
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Metro Nashville ’s Traffic and Parking Commission voted to lower the speed limit and add a four-way stop along a Green Hills road that’s a popular shortcut in the area.The speed limit on Woodmont Lane will be reduced from 25 miles per hour to 20.Neighbors who spoke at the...
Key takeaway The speed limit on Woodmont Lane will be reduced from 25 miles per hour to 20.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The decision to lower the speed limit on Woodmont Lane is a step in the right direction, but it also highlights the need for a more comprehensive approach to addressing traffic and safety concerns in Nashville's neighborhoods. The fact that residents are calling for more enforcement and creative solutions to manage cut-through traffic suggests that this is a broader issue that affects not just Green Hills, but potentially other communities as well. The mention of the stoplight at Estes and Abbott Martin as a contributing factor to the problem also raises questions about the city's traffic management strategies and whether they are adequately addressing the needs of local residents. As the city continues to grow and develop, it will be important to prioritize the needs of pedestrians, cyclists, and families, and to find ways to balance these needs with the demands of commuters and drivers.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Metro Nashville’s Traffic and Parking Commission voted to lower the speed limit and add a four-way stop along a Green Hills road that’s a popular shortcut in the area.The speed limit on Woodmont Lane will be reduced from 25 miles per hour to 20.Neighbors who spoke at the...
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