Guide signs and railroad crossings in Nevada
The Nevada Driver's Handbook shows or names everything on this page: 12 in all, on pages 28–29, 33, 50.
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Guide and service signs
GUIDE shape (horizontal rectangle)
Rectangle — traffic regulations or directions to drivers
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GUIDE shape (route shield)
Shield — route marker
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GUIDE shape (Interstate shield)
Shield — route marker
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INTERSTATE 80
Route signs and markers are usually shaped like a shield, but there are different shapes and colors. These signs show U.S., Interstate and state route numbers.
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International Symbol of Access
This symbol that appears on reserved parking signs, placards and license plates is the international symbol of access for persons with disabilities. Parking spaces marked with this symbol may only be used when the person to whom the valid disabled placard or license plate was issued is either operating or being transported in the vehicle.
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Railroad crossings
RAILROAD shape (circle)
Circle — railroad crossing ahead
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RAILROAD CROSSING shape (crossbuck)
Crossbuck (X) — actual railroad crossing
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RAILROAD CROSSING crossbuck
Railroad crossing signs warn drivers of the need to slow down and possibly stop for a train. The crossbuck (X) marks the actual location of the train tracks. Drivers should look both ways when approaching the crossing and always stay clear of the tracks when a train is approaching.
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Railroad Advance Warning
When drivers see the round railway crossing sign, they should slow down, be ready to stop, and remember: To look both ways, even if there is no stop sign or signal that a train is coming.
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REPORT EMERGENCY OR PROBLEM TO 1-800-555-5555 CROSSING 836 597 H
If a driver gets stuck on the tracks, they should leave the vehicle immediately, locate the Blue Emergency Notification System sign at the railroad crossing and notify the railroad and local law enforcement.
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Flashing Railroad Crossing Signal Lights
If the signal lights are flashing, drivers must stop. They may proceed if no train is visible or it is safe to cross.
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Lowered Railroad Crossing Gate
If a gate is lowered, you may not proceed around it even if a train is not visible.
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