North Dakota road sign library

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

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Regulatory signs - North Dakota

STOP
The Stop sign is the only eight-sided sign. The Stop sign tells you that you must come to a complete stop before the stop line or crosswalk area. If there is no stop line or crosswalk, stop as near as possible before the intersection where you can safely see traffic approaching from all directions.
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YIELD
The Yield sign means that you must yield the right of way. The sign tells you to slow down and stop if necessary so you can yield the right of way.
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SPEED LIMIT 55
The Speed Limit sign is an example of a regulatory sign showing the maximum speed permitted under ideal conditions. These signs will normally be found on the right-hand side of streets and highways.
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ONE WAY (Left Arrow)
The One Way sign tells you that traffic on that particular road flows in the direction of the arrow only.
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NO PASSING ZONE
Some states use the yellow pennant-shaped warning sign in addition to the rectangle "Do Not Pass." The rectangular "Do Not Pass" sign is placed on the right side of the road while the pennant-shaped sign is found on the left-hand side.
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Right Turn
These warning signs indicate curves or turns in the road. They give you time to reduce your speed before you enter the curve or turn. They are often supplemented with an advisory speed sign showing the maximum recommended speed to negotiate the curve or turn.
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Reverse Curve (Right First)
These warning signs indicate curves or turns in the road. They give you time to reduce your speed before you enter the curve or turn. They are often supplemented with an advisory speed sign showing the maximum recommended speed to negotiate the curve or turn.
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Reverse Turn (Right First)
These warning signs indicate curves or turns in the road. They give you time to reduce your speed before you enter the curve or turn. They are often supplemented with an advisory speed sign showing the maximum recommended speed to negotiate the curve or turn.
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ONE LANE ROAD AHEAD
Special signs and traffic control devices are used in highway work zones. Most signs in work areas are diamond shaped. A few signs are rectangular. These signs are orange with a black legend.
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ROAD CLOSED
Special signs and traffic control devices are used in highway work zones. Most signs in work areas are diamond shaped. A few signs are rectangular. These signs are orange with a black legend.
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DETOUR 1500 FT
Special signs and traffic control devices are used in highway work zones. Most signs in work areas are diamond shaped. A few signs are rectangular. These signs are orange with a black legend.
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Flagger Ahead (Symbol)
Special signs and traffic control devices are used in highway work zones. Most signs in work areas are diamond shaped. A few signs are rectangular. These signs are orange with a black legend.
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Railroad Advance Warning
The Railroad Advance Warning sign is round with black lettering on a yellow background. The sign indicates that you are nearing a railroad crossing. You should slow down so that you can safely stop if a train is coming. (p18: These advance-warning signs warn you that a railroad crossing is ahead. Begin to slow down and be prepared to stop.)
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Slow-Moving Vehicle Emblem
Slow-moving vehicle signs are shaped like a triangle. They are orange with a red, reflective border. This sign is mounted on the rear of vehicles or equipment being towed at a speed of 25 miles per hour or less. Slow down and use caution.
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MILE 44
Milepost signs are long rectangles. The letters are white on a green background. The numbers on these signs tell you how many miles you are from the south or west border of the state or origin of the route within the state.
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Hospital
Hospital. Service signs are rectangular. The symbols are white on a blue background.
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Steady Red Light
A red indication means STOP. As with the stop sign, you must stop at a marked stop line or before a crosswalk. Remain stopped until the light changes and the intersection is clear of pedestrians and vehicles.
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Steady Yellow Light
A yellow indication means WARNING or CAUTION. The light is changing from green to red.
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Steady Green Light
Green means GO—but only if the intersection is clear.
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Flashing Red Light
Flashing red means the same thing as a stop sign—STOP. Proceed when the intersection is clear of pedestrians and vehicles.
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Broken Yellow Center Line
Broken yellow center lines are used on two-lane, two-way roads. You may cross them only to turn left or to pass another vehicle.
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Solid and Broken Yellow Lines
One solid line with one broken line means no passing when you are in the lane with the solid line. The solid line may be crossed only to turn left.
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Double Solid Yellow Center Lines
Two solid yellow lines on a two-lane road means no passing in either direction. Crossing the centerline is permitted only as part of a left-turn maneuver.
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Undivided Roadway (Multi-Lane, Two-Way)
Multi-lane, two-way roadway, crossing the centerline is permitted only as part of a left-turn maneuver.
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