Southern Avenue is bounded by railroad tracks on the south side along this stretch. The speed limit is 35 mph, the same as the standard speed limit throughout Memphis except as otherwise defined by speed limit signs.
Police routinely place radar units on this stretch, both directions, one officer having commented to this writer that it is a “Honey Hole!”
With limited cross traffic, light through traffic and limited stop lights, it is safe to drive 40-45 mph on this stretch and get a speeding ticket.