Warning and work zone signs in Oregon
The Oregon Driver Manual shows or names everything on this page: 32 in all, on pages 10–12, 20, 49, 59–60.
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Warning signs
Pedestrian Crossing
Be alert for people crossing your path. These signs may include a flashing yellow beacon that indicates a pedestrian is crossing, has recently crossed or is about to cross.
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Multiuse Path Crossing
People riding bicycles and pedestrians regularly cross the road in the area.
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Sharp Turn
There is a sharp turn in the road ahead.
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Chevron
A sharp curve or change in the direction of the road is at the sign.
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Winding Road
The road contains a series of turns or curves.
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Reversing Curves
The road ahead curves to the right, then left.
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Crossroad
A four-way intersection is ahead. Cross-traffic may enter the road.
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Side Road
A “T” intersection is ahead. Traffic may enter the road from the left or right.
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Merge
Traffic is merging from the side shown.
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Add Lane
Two roadways join together. You do not need to merge.
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Lane Reduction
The indicated lane ends soon. Vehicles in that lane must merge into the through lane.
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Two-Way Traffic Ahead
The one-way road joins a two-way road ahead. You will be facing oncoming traffic.
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Divided Highway Begins or Ends
These signs indicate the beginning or end of a divided highway. Keep to the right.
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Stop Ahead
There is a stop sign ahead. Slow down and prepare to stop.
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Signal Ahead
A traffic signal is ahead. Slow down and be ready to stop.
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Reduced Speed Limit Ahead
A reduced speed limit is ahead. Prepare to slow down.
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Roundabout Ahead
There is a roundabout intersection ahead.
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Low Clearance
The overpass ahead has low clearance. Do not proceed if your vehicle is too tall to pass under it.
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Advisory Speed
Advises the safe speed for freeway ramps and curves. This sign may be used with other signs. Signs may be electronic and may change based on current conditions.
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Slippery When Wet
The pavement is unusually slick when wet.
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Deer
Deer often cross the road in this area. Be alert. Slow down if you see deer or other wildlife.
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Variable Advisory Speed
Variable advisory speed signs are yellow and say, “advisory speed.” These signs recommend a speed based on driving conditions like heavy traffic, poor weather or a slippery road (such as heavy rain, fog, ice or snow). These signs are turned on and off as needed. These are not speed limits, but police may enforce them through the basic rule law.
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School Crossing
This five-sided sign marks the beginning of school zones and warns you about school crossings. These signs will be a yellow color. Actively look for children and be ready to stop.
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Work zone signs
BE PREPARED TO STOP
Work Zones are defined by orange traffic control devices. Orange signs warn you what to expect ahead.
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RIGHT LANE CLOSED AHEAD
Work Zones are defined by orange traffic control devices. Orange signs warn you what to expect ahead.
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DETOUR (arrow right)
Work Zones are defined by orange traffic control devices. Orange signs warn you what to expect ahead.
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END WORK ZONE SPEED LIMIT
The temporary speed posted in a work zone applies at all times, even if workers are not visible. The reduced speed limit applies until you see an End Work Zone Speed Limit sign or another posted speed limit sign.
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Automated Flagger
Automated flagger devices have the same duties as a flagger. Automated flagger devices have red and yellow lights and a stop arm. Stop when the red light is on and the arm is down. Proceed when the yellow light is flashing and the arm is up.
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ROAD WORK AHEAD
Advance Warning Area: Warn Drivers What to Expect
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