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North Fulton community bumps heads over speed bumps; City says they’re needed to calm traffic
By Bryan Mims at WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· July 16, 2026
· 2 min read
Some drivers say new speed bumps on public streets in a North Fulton County city are doing more harm than good.[DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]“I actually think that the speed bumps are more the problem than speeding,” said Emily Bahney, who regularly drives through Moun...
Key takeaway [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]“I actually think that the speed bumps are more the problem than speeding,” said Emily Bahney, who regularly drives through Mountain Park, a city of fewer than 600 people.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The debate over speed bumps in Mountain Park reflects a broader challenge in North Fulton County, where small cities are struggling to balance traffic management with resident concerns. As the region's population grows, cut-through traffic has become a major issue, with drivers seeking to avoid congested highways by taking shortcuts through local neighborhoods. Mountain Park's experience suggests that traditional traffic calming measures, such as speed humps, may not be effective in the long term, as they can be worn down over time. The city's decision to install more aggressive speed bumps has sparked controversy, but it also highlights the need for innovative solutions to address traffic safety in these small communities. As Mountain Park and other North Fulton cities continue to grapple with traffic management, they will need to weigh the competing interests of residents, commuters, and emergency responders to find effective and sustainable solutions.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 16, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Some drivers say new speed bumps on public streets in a North Fulton County city are doing more harm than good.[DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]“I actually think that the speed bumps are more the problem than speeding,” said Emily Bahney, who regularly drives through Moun...
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