Washington Unleashes First-Ever Work Zone Highway Speed Camera

The article outlines Washington State’s launch of its first work zone speed camera on I-5 near DuPont to improve worker safety. Using LiDAR technology, the system captures speeding vehicles, issuing warnings for first offenses and $248 fines for repeat violations. Infractions are non-moving and appealable. The program aims to reduce crashes, with revenue supporting traffic safety initiatives. Additional mobile units will be deployed statewide in active work zones.