LEWES, Del. — The Delaware Department of Transportation, in partnership with the Delaware State Police, will activate the Electronic Speed Safety Program on southbound SR 1 in the Minos Conaway Road Grade-Separated Intersection work zone beginning Tuesday, October 21, 2025. Signage warning drivers of the speed camera and radar speed signs will be placed along Route 1 south in advance of the work zone.
The first 21 days of the program will serve as a warning period with no violations issued. Beginning Tuesday, November 11, 2025, registered vehicle owners will face civil penalties for first offenses, starting at a base violation of $20 plus $1 for each mile per hour over the posted 50-mph work zone limit, in accordance with Delaware Code §4169(c). For example, a driver traveling 61 mph would face a total fine of $118 after fees. Second and subsequent offenses carry higher penalties. No points will be assessed to driver’s licenses.
DelDOT Secretary Shanté Hastings emphasized that work zone safety is a priority. “Electronic speed enforcement in other work zones has reduced crashes and lowered average speeds. We expect similar results in the Route 1/Minos Conaway work zone, which will be active for the next few years. Please remember to buckle up, slow down, pay attention and be patient,” Hastings said. The ESSP has been active on I-95 near the SR 896 interchange since July 2024, resulting in an average 10% reduction in speeds in both directions and a 19% decrease in crashes.
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