What is the speed limit in a municipal alley?

The speed limit in a municipal alley is set at 15 mph. This lower speed limit is established to ensure the safety of both pedestrians and vehicles in areas that are often narrow and may have limited visibility. Alleys typically have reduced traffic and are used for various purposes, such as access to backyards and garages, which further necessitates a slower speed to navigate safely.

Maintaining a speed of 15 mph allows drivers to react more quickly to any unexpected obstacles, such as children playing or parked vehicles, thereby promoting safer driving conditions in these confined spaces. Other speed limits, such as 20 mph or 25 mph, are typically applied to larger roads and streets where higher speeds can be safely managed, but are not appropriate in the context of an alley.