Originally Posted by
noisebeam
D. The maximum speed provided in this section is reduced to the speed that is reasonable and prudent under the conditions and with regard to the actual and potential hazards then existing, including the following conditions:
1. Approaching and crossing an intersection or railroad crossing.
2. Approaching and going around a curve.
3. Approaching a hillcrest.
4. Traveling on a narrow or winding roadway.
Noisebeam - you silly misguided man. What is written in the law is irrelevant, the only thing that matters is how the law is enforced. The actual (enforced) speed law says that unless you are travelling significantly faster than the posted speed, you need to stay to the far right of the roadway and keep out of the way of real traffic. In this case, since the speed limit sign said '45', you would not be driving properly if you were going less than 50 or 55.