Charlotte, North Carolina Speed Traps
Interstate 85
8 lane Interstate between Charlotte and Gastonia, North Carolina is a mere 60mph!
Interstate 85 near Sam Wilson Road
On southbound I-85 at Sam Wilson Rd. troopers frequently sit on the ramp leading to the interstate, using VASCAR to catch speeders.
Interstate 85 near Interstate 485
Troopers sit on the I-485 interchange bridge from I-85 just prior to Sam Wilson Rd. Traffic going north on 85 has to crest a hill prior to the interchange. The interchange is at the bottom of a long hill where troopers have begun using laser to catch people coming over the crest. When you see a unit on the bridge, you usually pass several cars pulled over within half of a mile of passing under the bridge.
W.T. Harris Boulevard
Police are patroling this area from Albermarle Road to the Plaza because of the high accident rate.
Interstate 485 near Providence Road
9:00 am, traveling east on 485, about a mile or two after passing the Providence Rd. exit. A marked SUV was hiding behind bushes on the right. Totally invisible until I was directly next to it. I’ve traveled this route for 8 months and this is the first time I’ve seen a speed trap here in the morning. I hope it’s not a regular occurrence.