MUTCD 11th Edition (2023)

Section 6H.03 — ROAD (STREET) WORK Sign (W20-1)

Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Section 6H.03. Standards, guidance, options and support statements, with figures and cross-references.

Section 6H.03 ROAD (STREET) WORK Sign (W20-1) Guidance: 01 The ROAD (STREET) WORK (W20-1) sign (see Figure 6H-1 ), which serves as a general warning of obstructions or restrictions, should be located in advance of the work space or any detour, on the road where the work is taking place. 02 Where traffic can enter a TTC zone from a crossroad or a major (high-volume) driveway, an advance warning sign should be used on the crossroad or major driveway. Option: 03 The legend STREET may be substituted for ROAD and the distance legend may be either XX FEET, XX MILES, or AHEAD.

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