Guide, railroad and other signs in North Dakota
The North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual shows or names everything on this page: 19 in all, on pages 12, 14–15, 18–19.
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Guide and service signs
Guide Sign: 46 Kindred
Signs which give direction are rectangular in shape. The letters are white on a green background. These signs give information about the direction of and distance to your destination. They give information about junctions and routes as well.
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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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Telephone
Telephone. Service signs are rectangular. The symbols are white on a blue background.
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Gas
Gas. Service signs are rectangular. The symbols are white on a blue background.
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Symbol of Access (Wheelchair)
This is a special sign. The symbol of access sign indicates that facilities such as rest areas are free of barriers to people with mobility impairments.
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Picnic Area
Recreational area signs are rectangular. The symbols are white on a brown background.
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Camping (Tent)
Recreational area signs are rectangular. The symbols are white on a brown background.
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Motorcycle Trail
Recreational area signs are rectangular. The symbols are white on a brown background.
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Bicycle Trail
Recreational area signs are rectangular. The symbols are white on a brown background.
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Horseback Riding
Recreational area signs are rectangular. The symbols are white on a brown background.
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Hiking Trail
Recreational area signs are rectangular. The symbols are white on a brown background.
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Railroad crossings
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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Railroad Crossbuck
This is a crossbuck. It is found at railroad crossings. If there is more than one track, the sign below tells you the number of tracks. Make sure all the tracks are clear and no trains are approaching before you cross.
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3 TRACKS Plaque
If there is more than one track, the sign below tells you the number of tracks.
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Railroad Pavement Marking (R X R)
Pavement markings may be used with the crossbuck at railroad crossings. When a train is crossing, stop at least 15 feet before the crossing.
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Railroad Gate and Flashing Lights
At some crossings, gates and red flashing lights are used. Do not cross the tracks when the red lights are flashing. And never drive around the gates when they are down.
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Emergency Notification Sign
The Federal Railroad Administration posts emergency phone numbers on railroad crossing posts or the metal control boxes near the tracks. Call this number if you see an obstruction on the railroad tracks or any other problems at a railroad crossing such as the lights or gates are not working properly.
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Other signs and symbols
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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