Types of Warning Signs
This flashcard set explains common road warning signs and the actions drivers should take in response. It covers hazards like dips, soft shoulders, one-lane bridges, and crossings, promoting safe and cautious driving practices.
Dip
There is a low place in the road. Slow Down to Maintain the control of your vehicle and be ready to stop should the dip be filled with water.

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Dip
There is a low place in the road. Slow Down to Maintain the control of your vehicle and be ready to stop should the dip be filled with water.
Soft Shoulder
There is soft dirt on the road that could cause you to lose control of your car. Only leave the pavement in a emergency. But do so slowly with caut...
One Lane Bridge
You are approaching a bridge that is only big enough for one car to travel through. Make sure it is clear before proceeding.
Pavement Ends
The hard pavement you are traveling on is about to change to an earthen road or lower surface. Slow down to maintain vehicle.
Bicycle Crossing
You are approaching a bicycle crossing that will cross the roadway ahead.
Merging Traffic
You are approaching a place where other traffic lanes are coming together with the one you are traveling on. Watch for merging traffic and be ready...
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
Dip | There is a low place in the road. Slow Down to Maintain the control of your vehicle and be ready to stop should the dip be filled with water. |
Soft Shoulder | There is soft dirt on the road that could cause you to lose control of your car. Only leave the pavement in a emergency. But do so slowly with caution. |
One Lane Bridge | You are approaching a bridge that is only big enough for one car to travel through. Make sure it is clear before proceeding. |
Pavement Ends | The hard pavement you are traveling on is about to change to an earthen road or lower surface. Slow down to maintain vehicle. |
Bicycle Crossing | You are approaching a bicycle crossing that will cross the roadway ahead. |
Merging Traffic | You are approaching a place where other traffic lanes are coming together with the one you are traveling on. Watch for merging traffic and be ready to yield right of way. |
Pedestrian Crossing | Pedestrian Crossing Ahead. Slow down or stop as needed for people crossing the street. |
Narrow Bridge | The bridge ahead is narrower than the road but wide enough to allow for two lanes of traffic but with minimal clearance. Slow down and use caution. |
Slippery When Wet | When this road is wet, slow down to avoid skidding and Drive Slowly. Avoid sudden sharp turns accelerations or stops. |
Divided Highway Ahead | You are approaching a divided highway where traffic traveling in the opposite direction is separated by a median island. Keep to the right |
Divided Highway Ends | The Divided Highway you are traveling on ends 300 to 500 Feet ahead. Use Caution as you approach the point where two way traffic begins. Keep to the Right. |
Low Clearance | The approaching Underpass has a clearance of the measurement shown. If your load or the top of the vehicle is higher than the height listed. Do not Enter. |
Advisory Speed Sign | The highest speed you can safely travel around the curve is 25mph. Advisory speed signs may be used with any diamond shaped warning sign. |
Hill/DownGrade | There is a downgrade ahead. Even though there is a truck on the sign. All drivers should use caution. You may need to shift to a lower gear to maintain control of your vehicle and save breaks. |
Yield Ahead | Slow down and be prepared to stop at the yield sign or adjust to speed of traffic flow as necessary. |
Traffic Signal Ahead | At the intersection ahead there is a traffic signal control sign. Slow down and be prepared to stop as poor visibility is likely. |
Animal Crossing | Beware that the animal commonly found on this sign is commonly found in this area and may cross the highway. particularly during twlight or nighttime hours. |
Stop Sign Ahead | There is a stop sign ahead be prepared to stop. |
Two Way Traffic Ahead | Stay in the right hand lane as the one way street or roadway ends. Prepare for and expect oncoming traffic in the left hand lane. |
Roundabout Circle | There is a roundabout on the highway ahead. |
Right Curve | The road ahead curves to the right. Slow down and keep left |
Double Curve | The road ahead curves right than left. Slow down keep right and do not pass. |
Winding Road | The road is winding. Drive slowly and with caution |
Truck Crossing | Look for Trucks Entering or Crossing the Highway. |
Cross Road | Ahead the roadway crosses the main Highway. Look carefully left and right for other traffic |
Side Road | Another road is entering the road you are from the direction shown. Look for traffic coming from that direction. |
Sharp Right Turn | The road ahead takes a sharp turn in the direction of the arrow. Slow down keep right and do not pass. |
Reduction of Lanes | A reducation in the number of lanes is approaching because the right lane is ending. Traffic in the right lane must merge left and traffic in the left lane must allow traffic to merge. |
Speed Reduction Sign | This sign advises a change in the upcoming speed limit. |