Nebraska road sign library
Every sign, signal and marking the Nebraska driver manual shows or names, with its meaning in the manual's words and its page.
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Regulatory signs - Nebraska
Octagon: STOP
The octagonal (eight-sided) shape always means stop.
Manual page 35 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 35)
Triangle: YIELD
The triangle (three-sided) shape always means yield.
Manual page 35 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 35)
Rectangle: REGULATORY OR GUIDE
When vertical, signs are generally used to give instructions or tell you the law. When horizontal, signs give directions or information.
Manual page 35 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 35)
STOP
Come to a complete stop before entering an intersection. If there is a painted stop line, stop at the line. Stop before entering a crosswalk, painted or unpainted. If there is no crosswalk, stop at the safest point nearest the intersecting roadway to obtain a clear view of approaching traffic.
Manual page 36 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 36)
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Warning and work zone signs - Nebraska
Diamond: WARNING
These signs warn you of special conditions or hazards ahead. Slow and proceed with caution.
Manual page 35 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 35)
Pentagon: SCHOOL AND SCHOOL CROSSING
The pentagon (five-sided) shape marks school zones and warns of school children crosswalks.
Manual page 35 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 35)
Pennant: NO PASSING ZONE
Signs indicate a no passing zone.
Manual page 35 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 35)
Signal Ahead
Traffic signal is ahead. Be prepared to stop.
Manual page 38 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 38)
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Guide, railroad and other signs - Nebraska
Crossbuck with 3 TRACKS Plate
Advises the motor vehicle operator of a railroad crossing ahead. It means look both ways, listen for and yield to trains and be prepared to stop if a train is approaching. The number under the crossbuck indicates there is more than one set of tracks following the sign.
Manual page 35 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 35)
Railroad Flashing Light Signals
May be used with crossbucks. Stop when the lights are flashing. Do not cross until you can do it safely. If there is more than one track, be careful to watch for trains from either the same or opposite direction.
Manual page 35 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 35)
Railroad Gates
Used with flashing lights at some railroad crossings. Stop when the lights start to flash before the gate goes down. Remain stopped until the gates go up and the lights stop flashing. NEVER DRIVE AROUND THE GATES. It is dangerous and against the law.
Manual page 35 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 35)
Railroad Crossing
Advises the motor vehicle operator of a railroad crossing ahead. It means yield and be prepared to stop if a train is approaching.
Manual page 41 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 41)
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Traffic signals - Nebraska
Red Light
Stop – come to a complete stop before reaching the intersection, stop line or crosswalk, and remain stopped as long as the light is red. During a power failure when the signal lights are not operating, a dark (uncovered) signal light is to be taken as a stop sign.
Manual page 31 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 31)
Yellow Light
Caution – a steady yellow light is a warning that the light is about to change. If the vehicle has not entered the intersection, it should be brought to a safe stop. If in the intersection, continue moving and clear it safely. Speeding up to "beat the light" is unlawful.
Manual page 31 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 31)
Green Light
Go – A vehicle may proceed through an intersection in the direction indicated by the signal if the roadway is clear.
Manual page 31 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 31)
Flashing Red Light
A complete stop is required, yielding to oncoming traffic or pedestrians, before proceeding when the way is clear. A flashing red light at a railroad crossing requires a complete stop even if a train is not visible.
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Pavement markings - Nebraska
Broken Yellow Center Line
A broken yellow line indicates that passing on the left is permitted when the way ahead is clear. Overtaking and passing should be done with care because of oncoming traffic.
Manual page 44 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 44)
Solid and Broken Yellow Lines
A broken yellow line alongside a solid yellow line indicates that passing is permitted on the side of the broken line, but not on the side of the solid line.
Manual page 44 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 44)
Double Solid Yellow Lines
Double solid yellow lines mark the center of the road and separate oncoming traffic. Passing is not allowed in either direction. Making a left turn or avoiding an obstruction are the only lawful crossings allowed over double yellow lines, when turning into or from an alley, private road, or driveway unless otherwise prohibited by signs.
Manual page 44 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 44)
Shared Center Left Turn Lane
A center lane separated with solid and broken yellow lines reserves a lane for left turns shared with traffic from the opposite direction. Motorists entering this lane should use caution and may only turn left. Using this lane to pass is prohibited. Signs or arrow markings on the pavement will assist drivers in recognizing this useful turning lane.
Manual page 45 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 45)
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More signs from our practice questions
When may a driver proceed in the direction of a green arrow?
If in the proper lane and the roadway is clear
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 32 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 32)
What are lane use signals used for?
To reverse a lane's direction during different hours of the day
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 32 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 32)
What does a red "X" signal over a lane mean?
Never drive in that lane
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 32 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 32)
What does a steady yellow "X" signal over a lane mean?
Move out of the lane as soon as it is safe; a red "X" is coming
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 32 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 32)
What does a downward green arrow symbol over a lane mean?
It is permitted to drive in that lane
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 32 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 32)
Which of these is a message shown on a red sign?
Do not enter
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 34 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 34)
What are yellow signs used for?
Warnings about unexpected conditions
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 34 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 34)
What are yellow-green signs used for?
Warnings for pedestrians, bicycles, playgrounds, schools and school buses
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 34 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 34)
What kind of information do green signs give?
Guide information, such as distance or direction
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 34 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 34)
What kind of information do green and white guide signs give?
Directional and distance information
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 42 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 42)
What kind of information do blue signs give?
Motorist services, such as rest areas or hospitals
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 34 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 34)
What do blue and white signs direct motorists to?
Services, such as hospitals, gas, food and lodging
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 42 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 42)
What does an orange sign alert drivers to?
Road workers or a construction area
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 34 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 34)
What do horizontal rectangular signs generally give?
Directions or information
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 35 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 35)
What does a five-sided (pentagon) sign mark?
School zones and school crosswalks
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 35 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 35)
When must a driver stop at a railroad crossing with gates?
When the lights start to flash, before the gate goes down
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 35 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 35)
What does a red circle with a slash on a regulatory sign mean?
NO; the symbol shows what is prohibited
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 36 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 36)
At a stop sign with a painted stop line, where must a driver stop?
At the line
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 36 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 36)
At a stop sign, what must a driver do about a crosswalk?
Stop before entering the crosswalk, whether it is painted or unpainted
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 36 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 36)
At a stop sign with no stop line and no crosswalk, where must a driver stop?
At the safest point nearest the intersecting road with a clear view
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 36 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 36)
A white sign shows a black U-turn arrow inside a red circle with a slash. What does it mean?
U-turn prohibited
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 36 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 36)
A red rectangle with white WRONG WAY, or a red circle with a white bar and the words DO NOT ENTER. What must a driver do at this sign?
Not drive past the sign
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 37 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 37)
A white vertical sign shows CENTER LANE above two opposite curved arrows and ONLY. What does it mean?
A driver may use the lane only to make a left turn
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 37 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 37)
A yellow sign with the word EXIT, a number and M.P.H. is posted at a freeway or expressway exit. What does the number give?
The advisory safe speed for the exit
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 39 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 39)
A yellow diamond sign shows a truck tilted on a steep slope. What does the manual say to do?
Check your brakes
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 39 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 39)
A small yellow rectangular sign with 15 MPH on it is mounted below a diamond warning sign. What does it do?
It indicates the advisory speed for the condition.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 40 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 40)
A yellow diamond sign shows three arrows forming a circle. When you reach the roundabout ahead, whom must you yield to?
All vehicles approaching on your left already in the roundabout
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 41 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 41)
A round sign shows a large X with the letters R and R. What does it mean?
Yield and be prepared to stop if a train is approaching
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 41 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 41)
On Nebraska highways, reference post markers are located at what spacing?
One mile increments
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 42 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 42)
What is the purpose of a reference post marker?
To give a reference point when assistance is needed
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 42 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 42)
What can be done with the messages on dynamic message signs?
They can be changed to reflect current conditions
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 42 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 42)
Where are most dynamic message signs located?
Permanently mounted along freeways
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 42 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 42)
What do orange signs with messages in black letters identify?
Work zones
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 43 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 43)
What does the Railroad Emergency Notification System (ENS) sign provide to the public?
A 24/7/365 telephone number to report problems or emergencies
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 58 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 58)
Who answers the toll-free number on a Railroad Emergency Notification System (ENS) sign?
Railroad dispatchers
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 58 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 58)