MUTCD 11th Edition (2023)

Section 2C.46 — Added Lane Signs (W4-3 and W4-6)

Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Section 2C.46. Standards, guidance, options and support statements, with figures and cross-references.

Section 2C.46 Added Lane Signs (W4-3 and W4-6) Guidance: 01 The Added Lane (W4-3) sign (see Figure 2C-11 ) should be installed in advance of a point where two roadways converge and merging movements are not required. When possible, the Added Lane sign should be placed such that it is visible from both roadways; if this is not possible, an Added Lane sign should be placed on the side of each roadway. 02 When an Added Lane (W4-3) sign is installed on a major roadway, the symbol should be oriented right or left as appropriate to depict the side from which the entering roadway converges, with the…

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