Speed Limit Lowered on Cotter Highway

Arkansas DOT reduces speed limit to 45 MPH along HWY 62/412 in response to safety concerns

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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The Arkansas Department of Transportation has lowered the speed limit from 50 MPH to 45 MPH along a stretch of Highway 62/412 in the city of Cotter, Arkansas. The change was made in response to recent deadly accidents involving pedestrians, according to Cotter Mayor Mac Caradine.

Why it matters

Reducing the speed limit is a common traffic safety measure to help prevent accidents, especially in areas with pedestrian activity. Cotter has seen an increase in pedestrian-involved incidents, prompting the mayor to request the speed limit change from the state transportation department.

The details

The speed limit reduction applies to the portion of Highway 62/412 from Denton Ferry Road to the Cotter city limits. ARDOT made the change after the Cotter mayor reached out in late 2025 expressing concerns over pedestrian safety and recent deadly crashes in the area.

  • The speed limit change went into effect on Monday, February 25, 2026.

The players

Mac Caradine

The mayor of Cotter, Arkansas who requested the speed limit reduction from the state transportation department.

Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT)

The state agency that implemented the speed limit change along Highway 62/412 in Cotter.

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The takeaway

This speed limit reduction is a proactive step by local officials to improve traffic safety and prevent future pedestrian-involved accidents in Cotter. It demonstrates the city's commitment to protecting its residents and visitors.