MUTCD 11th Edition (2023)

Section 6H.07 — Lane(s) Closed Signs (W20-5, W20-5a, and W9-3)

Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Section 6H.07. Standards, guidance, options and support statements, with figures and cross-references.

Section 6H.07 Lane(s) Closed Signs (W20-5, W20-5a, and W9-3) Standard: 01 The Lane(s) Closed sign (see Figure 6H-1 ) shall be used in advance of that point where one or more through lanes of a multi-lane roadway are closed. 02 For a single lane closure, the Lane Closed (W20-5) sign (see Figure 6H-1 ) shall use the legend RIGHT (LEFT) LANE CLOSED. Where two or more adjacent lanes are closed, the W20-5a sign (see Figure 6H-1 ) shall use the legend XX RIGHT (LEFT) LANES CLOSED.Option: 03 The distance legend may be either XX FEET, XX MILES, or AHEAD. Guidance: 04 The Interior Lane Shift (W9-3)…

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