MUTCD 11th Edition (2023)

Section 3A.04 — Functions, Widths, and Patterns of Longitudinal Pavement Markings

Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Section 3A.04. Standards, guidance, options and support statements, with figures and cross-references.

Section 3A.04 Functions, Widths, and Patterns of Longitudinal Pavement Markings Standard: 01 The general functions of longitudinal lines shall be as follows:A. A double line indicates maximum or special restrictions. B. A solid line discourages or prohibits crossing (depending on the specific application). C. A broken line indicates a permissive condition. D. A dotted lane line provides warning of a downstream change in lane function. E. A dotted line used as a lane line or edge line extension guides vehicles through an intersection, a taper area, or an interchange ramp area. 02 The widths…

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