Speed Limit Reduced to 50 MPH at Charleston I-64/I-77 Split
WSAZ Investigates reports that a new, reduced speed limit of 50 MPH has been implemented at the I-64/I-77 split in Charleston, down from 60 MPH. This change follows a pattern of dangerous crashes and fatalities at the interchange.
Charleston Huntington, WV, October 23, 2026 —
A new speed limit of 50 miles per hour has been implemented at the I-64/I-77 split in Charleston, down from the previous limit of 60 mph, according to a report by WSAZ Investigates.
The change comes amid a pattern of dangerous crashes and fatalities at the interchange, the report says. The summary provided does not specify how many crashes or fatalities have occurred, when they happened, or what circumstances were involved.
Details about when the reduced limit took effect, which agency made the change, and how the new limit will be enforced were not provided. The available information also does not include a statement from transportation officials or other parties explaining the decision.
The reported change lowers the posted speed limit by 10 mph at the Charleston interchange. Further information about the change, including any related safety measures or public announcements, was not included in the summary.
Story summarized from the original created by WSAZ News Staff on www.wsaz.com, see more information here.
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