Figure 5G-1. Temporary Traffic Control Signs on Low-Volume Roads

This figure shows 15 temporary traffic control signs for low-volume roads. They are shown as yellow signs with black borders and legends.

W3-4 is shown as a diamond-shaped sign with the words "BE PREPARED TO STOP" on three lines.

W8-7 is shown as a diamond-shaped sign with the words "LOOSE GRAVEL" on two lines.

W13-1 is shown as a square advisory speed plaque with the legend "35 MPH" on two lines, with "35" in large numerals. To the right of this sign, the word "OR" is shown and another sign. This is another square plaque with the numerals "60" in a black circle above the legend "km/h."

W14-3 is shown as a pennant-shaped isosceles triangle with its longer axis horizontal and pointing to the right with the words "NO PASSING ZONE" on three lines.

W16-2 is shown as a horizontal rectangular supplemental plaque with the words "500 FEET" on two lines. To the right of this sign, the word "OR" is shown and another sign. This is another horizontal rectangular plaque with the words "150 METERS" on two lines.

W20-1 is shown as a diamond-shaped sign with the words "ROAD WORK 1500 FT" on three lines. To the right of this sign, the word "OR" is shown and another sign. This is shown as the same sign except the words "450 m" replace the words "1500 FT."

W20-7a is shown as a diamond-shaped sign with a symbol of a person holding a flag extended out to the left side and the hand on the right bent upward at the elbow.

W21-1a is shown as a diamond-shaped sign with a symbol of a right-facing person with a shovel digging.

W21-2 is shown as a diamond-shaped sign with the words "FRESH OIL" on two lines.

W21-3 is shown as a diamond-shaped sign with the words "ROAD MACHINERY AHEAD" on three lines.

W21-5 is shown as a diamond-shaped sign with the words "SHOULDER WORK" on two lines.

W21-6 is shown as a diamond-shaped sign with the words "SURVEY CREW" on two lines.

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