MUTCD 11th Edition (2023)
Section 2A.01 — Function and Purpose of Signs
Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Section 2A.01. Standards, guidance, options and support statements, with figures and cross-references.
Section 2A.01 Function and Purpose of Signs Support: 01 This Manual contains Standards, Guidance, and Options for the signing of all types of highways, and site roadways open to public travel. The functions of signs are to provide regulations, warnings, and guidance information for road users. Words, symbols, and arrows are used to convey the messages. Signs are not typically used to confirm rules of the road (see Paragraph 4 of this Section). 02 Detailed sign requirements are located in the following Chapters of Part 2: Chapter 2B—Regulatory Signs, Barricades, and Gates Chapter 2C—Warning…
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