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Massachusetts road sign library

Every sign, signal and marking the Massachusetts driver manual shows or names, with its meaning in the manual's words and its page.

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Regulatory signs - Massachusetts

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Warning signs - Massachusetts

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Work zone signs - Massachusetts

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Guide, railroad and other signs - Massachusetts

  • Railroad Crossing Ahead

    Railroad Crossing Ahead

    There is usually a round warning sign before a railroad crossing. When you see this sign, slow down and prepare to stop. If you see or hear a train coming, do not speed up and try to beat the train to the crossing.

    Manual page 84 · Open this page in the manual

  • Interstate Route Marker

    Interstate Route Marker

    Interstate highway signs are blue, red, and white shields.

    Manual page 85 · Open this page in the manual

  • JCT Numbered Route

    JCT Numbered Route

    Junction with a numbered route ahead

    Manual page 85 · Open this page in the manual

  • Information

    Information

    In the “guide signs” category are route markers, distance and destination signs, and informational signs. Green signs give highway directions and guide you through highway interchanges. Blue signs list motorist services, like gas, food, and lodging. Brown signs direct you to public recreational areas, state and national parks, points of interest, and scenic sites.

    Manual page 85 · Open this page in the manual

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Traffic signals - Massachusetts

  • Traffic Signal (Red, Yellow, Green)

    Traffic Signal (Red, Yellow, Green)

    Traffic signals are usually three round lights: red, yellow, and green circles, from top to bottom. There are also other types of signals, such as single flashing lights, colored arrows, and signals with 4 or 5 sections.

    Manual page 80 · Open this page in the manual

  • Steady Red Light

    Steady Red Light

    A steady red circle means “stop.” Do not go until the light turns green. You can make a right turn on a red light only after you come to a complete stop and yield to pedestrians or other vehicles in your path. You may not turn on red if a NO TURN ON RED sign is posted.

    Manual page 81 · Open this page in the manual

  • Steady Red Arrow

    Steady Red Arrow

    A steady red arrow means the same as a steady red, circular signal (see the preceding Steady Red section). However, it only applies to vehicles going in the direction of the arrow.

    Manual page 81 · Open this page in the manual

  • Flashing Red Light

    Flashing Red Light

    A flashing red circle means the same as a STOP sign. Come to a complete stop. Obey the right-of-way laws and proceed when it is safe.

    Manual page 81 · Open this page in the manual

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Pavement markings - Massachusetts

  • Broken White Line

    Broken White Line

    Broken white lines separate lanes of traffic traveling in the same direction. Once you have signaled, and it is safe to do so, you may cross this line when changing lanes.

    Manual page 89 · Open this page in the manual

  • Solid White Line

    Solid White Line

    A solid white line marks the right edge of the roadway or separates lanes of traffic traveling in the same direction, including bicycle lanes. You can go in the same direction on both sides of this line (except the shoulder), but you should not cross it unless you need to avoid danger.

    Manual page 90 · Open this page in the manual

  • Double Solid White Line

    Double Solid White Line

    A double solid white line separates two lanes of traffic going in the same direction. Crossing a double solid white line is not allowed.

    Manual page 90 · Open this page in the manual

  • Broken Yellow Line

    Broken Yellow Line

    A broken yellow line separates lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions. Stay to the right of the line, unless you are passing a vehicle in front of you. When passing, you may cross this line temporarily when it is safe to do so.

    Manual page 90 · Open this page in the manual

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