Category Archives: Part 2A – Signs – General

This Manual contains standards, guidance, and options for the signing of all types of highways and private roads open to public travel.

FHWA / MUTCD Minimum Retroreflectivity Levels Standards for Retro Reflective Signs / Sign Sheeting

Posted on April 4, 2012 by stacicole

The following chart indicates the minimum requirements for retro reflective sheeting and tape required to meet the 2009 MUTCD Code for road signs that fall under the regulations of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Manual of Uniform Traffic … Continue reading →

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MUTCD Lateral Offset Compliance Date

Posted on May 4, 2012 by stacicole

Lateral Offset January 17, 2013 is the MUTCD compliance date for crash-worthiness of sign supports on roads with posted speed limit of 50 mph or higher. Quoted 2009 MUTCD Standards Section 2A.19 Lateral Offset Standard: 01 For overhead sign supports, … Continue reading →

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