MUTCD 11th Edition (2023)
Section 3A.03 — Colors
Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Section 3A.03. Standards, guidance, options and support statements, with figures and cross-references.
Section 3A.03 Colors Standard: 01 Markings shall be yellow, white, red, blue, or purple. The colors for markings shall conform to the standard highway colors. Option: 02 Black markings may be used in combination with the colors mentioned in Paragraph 1 of this Section to enhance the contrast with a light-colored pavement.Standard: 03 When used, yellow markings for longitudinal lines shall delineate:A. The separation of traffic traveling in opposite directions, B. The left-hand edge of the roadways of divided highways and one-way streets or ramps, or C. The separation of two-way left-turn…
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