Ohio road sign library
Every sign, signal and marking the Ohio driver manual shows or names, with its meaning in the manual's words and its page.
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Regulatory signs - Ohio
SPEED LIMIT 15
Generally, speed limits are based on the type of road (two-lane, divided highways, etc.), and the road’s location as described in the examples below. [Table row: 15 — Alleys within a municipal corporation]
Manual page 9
SPEED LIMIT 20
Generally, speed limits are based on the type of road (two-lane, divided highways, etc.), and the road’s location as described in the examples below. [Table row: 20 — School Zones during recess and while children are arriving or leaving school during normal hours of operation]
Manual page 9
SPEED LIMIT 25
Generally, speed limits are based on the type of road (two-lane, divided highways, etc.), and the road’s location as described in the examples below. [Table row: 25 — Streets within a municipal corporation]
Manual page 9
SPEED LIMIT 35
Generally, speed limits are based on the type of road (two-lane, divided highways, etc.), and the road’s location as described in the examples below. [Table row: 35 — State routes or through highways, except controlled-access highways within municipal corporations outside business districts]
Manual page 9
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Warning and work zone signs - Ohio
ROUNDABOUT AHEAD
Warning Signs tell a driver of possible danger that might be ahead. The signs are usually yellow with black lettering or symbols and are diamond shaped.
Manual page 11
REVERSE CURVE (FIRST CURVE RIGHT)
Warning Signs tell a driver of possible danger that might be ahead. The signs are usually yellow with black lettering or symbols and are diamond shaped.
Manual page 11
STEEP DOWNGRADE
Warning Signs tell a driver of possible danger that might be ahead. The signs are usually yellow with black lettering or symbols and are diamond shaped.
Manual page 11
T INTERSECTION AHEAD
Warning Signs tell a driver of possible danger that might be ahead. The signs are usually yellow with black lettering or symbols and are diamond shaped.
Manual page 11
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Guide, railroad and other signs - Ohio
RAILROAD CROSSING WARNING
A round, yellow warning sign with an “X” symbol and “RR” letters, or a white, X-shaped (crossbuck) sign with the text “Railroad Crossing” indicates a highway-railroad grade crossing. ... These signs caution you to slow down and be prepared to stop upon seeing or hearing a train.
Manual page 11
GAS SERVICE
Guide Signs’ shapes may be square or rectangular, and colors may be green, brown, or blue. These signs provide points of interest and services along the highway, information on intersecting roads, and help direct drivers to cities and towns. Guide signs can help you find hospitals, gas stations or service stations, restaurants, and hotels.
Manual page 12
NATIONAL FOREST ROUTE 132
Guide Signs’ shapes may be square or rectangular, and colors may be green, brown, or blue. These signs provide points of interest and services along the highway, information on intersecting roads, and help direct drivers to cities and towns. Guide signs can help you find hospitals, gas stations or service stations, restaurants, and hotels.
Manual page 12
CAMPING
Guide Signs’ shapes may be square or rectangular, and colors may be green, brown, or blue. These signs provide points of interest and services along the highway, information on intersecting roads, and help direct drivers to cities and towns. Guide signs can help you find hospitals, gas stations or service stations, restaurants, and hotels.
Manual page 12
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Traffic signals and pavement markings - Ohio
RED
A red traffic light means stop before entering the intersection. You must wait behind the stop line, crosswalk, or intersection until the traffic light turns green.
Manual page 10
YELLOW
A yellow traffic light indicates the color is about to change to red; use caution. Prepare to stop.
Manual page 10
GREEN
A green traffic light means you may travel with caution through the intersection if it is clear to do so.
Manual page 10
GREEN ARROW
A light marked with a green arrow indicates you can turn in the direction of the arrow without stopping.
Manual page 10
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More signs from our practice questions
What does a light marked with a green arrow indicate?
You can turn in the direction of the arrow without stopping
Source: Ohio Driver Manual (HSY 7607 10/25 (October 2025)), page 10
On a prohibitory sign, the red circle with a slash represents which word?
NO
Source: Ohio Driver Manual (HSY 7607 10/25 (October 2025)), page 11
What do the shape and color of route number signs indicate?
The type of roadway
Source: Ohio Driver Manual (HSY 7607 10/25 (October 2025)), page 12