Utah road sign library
Every sign, signal and marking the Utah driver manual shows or names, with its meaning in the manual's words and its page.
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Regulatory signs - Utah
NO PARKING (Symbol)
Check for signs or painted curbs that may ban or limit parking. Colored curb markings indicate some no-parking zones.
Manual page 33 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 33)
FLEX LANES
Signals above the lanes show which lane is safe to travel. Some travel lanes are designed to carry traffic in one direction at certain times and in the opposite direction at other times. Before entering the lane, check to see which lanes can be used at that time. A green arrow means you can use the lane. A red X means you cannot use the lane.
Manual page 39 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 39)
WRONG WAY
There are also “wrong way” signs on the off-ramps and on-ramps to help drivers avoid entering a ramp against traffic.
Manual page 41 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 41)
NO RIGHT TURN ON RED
Free-right turns during a red light are restricted in this continuous flow intersection, along with a traditional right-on-red. Motorists should watch for traffic control signs to know when right turns are permitted.
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Warning signs - Utah
Roundabout Ahead
Slow down as you approach the roundabout. Yield to oncoming traffic, and pedestrians enter when it is clear. Proceed through the roundabout and exit at the desired street.
Manual page 45 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 45)
Lane Ends
Lane Ends. These signs warn of possible danger ahead. They are usually diamond shaped and yellow with black lettering or symbols.
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Merging Traffic
Merging Traffic. These signs warn of possible danger ahead. They are usually diamond shaped and yellow with black lettering or symbols.
Manual page 48 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 48)
Added Lane
Added Lane. These signs warn of possible danger ahead. They are usually diamond shaped and yellow with black lettering or symbols.
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Work zone signs - Utah
Flagger Ahead
Flagger Ahead. WORK ZONE SIGNS Diamond or rectangular and orange with black letters or symbols. These signs warn you of work zones and people working on or near the road.
Manual page 49 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 49)
Workers Ahead
Workers Ahead. WORK ZONE SIGNS Diamond or rectangular and orange with black letters or symbols. These signs warn you of work zones and people working on or near the road.
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ROAD CONSTRUCTION 500 FT
Road Construction Ahead. WORK ZONE SIGNS Diamond or rectangular and orange with black letters or symbols. These signs warn you of work zones and people working on or near the road.
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ONE LANE ROAD 1000 FT
One Lane Road Ahead. WORK ZONE SIGNS Diamond or rectangular and orange with black letters or symbols. These signs warn you of work zones and people working on or near the road.
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Guide, railroad and other signs - Utah
Gas (Fuel) Services
GUIDE SIGNS Square or rectangular and are green, brown, or blue. They advise you about intersecting roads and direct you to cities and towns. They mark points of interest and help you find hospitals, service stations, restaurants, and hotels.
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STATE PARK
GUIDE SIGNS Square or rectangular and are green, brown, or blue. They advise you about intersecting roads and direct you to cities and towns. They mark points of interest and help you find hospitals, service stations, restaurants, and hotels.
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Camping (Trailer)
GUIDE SIGNS Square or rectangular and are green, brown, or blue. They advise you about intersecting roads and direct you to cities and towns. They mark points of interest and help you find hospitals, service stations, restaurants, and hotels.
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Hospital (H)
GUIDE SIGNS Square or rectangular and are green, brown, or blue. They advise you about intersecting roads and direct you to cities and towns. They mark points of interest and help you find hospitals, service stations, restaurants, and hotels.
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Traffic signals - Utah
Ramp Meter Signal
Ramp meters look almost like traffic signals you see at intersections, except they only have red and green lights that alternate. Ramp meters are placed on the freeway on-ramps, and allow only one (unless posted differently) vehicle to pass each time the green light comes on.
Manual page 40 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 40)
Traffic Signal (Red, Yellow, Green)
Traffic lights are usually at intersections. They are red, yellow, and green from top to bottom. If traffic lights are horizontal, the red light is on the left, the yellow light is in the middle, and the green light is on the right. Some locations have single green, yellow, or red lights.
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GREEN TRAFFIC LIGHT
GREEN TRAFFIC LIGHT—you may go through with caution if the way is clear. (p45) / A driver turning left may see either the green arrow (protected), the solid green light (permitted), or a flashing yellow arrow (permitted) signal. (p46)
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GREEN ARROW LIGHT
GREEN ARROW LIGHT—vehicles may proceed only in the direction of the arrow after yielding to vehicles and pedestrians still in the intersection at the time of the light change. (p45) / A driver turning left may see either the green arrow (protected), the solid green light (permitted), or a flashing yellow arrow (permitted) signal. (p46)
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Pavement markings - Utah
GORE AREA
It is against the law to cross over or to drive in the “gore area.” The gore area is between the solid white lines of a lane of traffic and a lane used to either enter or exit from that traffic lane. The gore area can also appear when two highways merge or split. Do not cross over the solid white line.
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Red Curb
In the interest of public safety, there are several places where you are not allowed to park: ... Red-painted curbs or red zones. (p32) / Check for signs or painted curbs that may ban or limit parking. Colored curb markings indicate some no-parking zones. (p33)
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Flex Lane (Double Dashed Yellow Lines)
A flex lane may be used during rush hours. The lanes may have double-dashed yellow lines to either side.
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Express Lane Separator (Crossing Prohibited)
One direction roadway, separating express lane or carpool lane from general lanes - crossing prohibited (p43) / It is illegal to cross a double white line. Moving in and out of the carpool lane is not allowed except in specific locations (called access points) with white dotted striping rather than solid lines. (p40)
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More signs from our practice questions
A signal above a flex lane shows a green arrow. What does it mean?
You can use that lane
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 39 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 39)
A yellow diamond sign shows a straight arrow pointing up with a short line joining it from the lower right. What is it called in the handbook?
Merging Traffic
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 48 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 48)
A yellow diamond sign shows a black plus sign. What is it called in the handbook?
Intersection Ahead
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 48 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 48)
A five-sided yellow sign shows two people walking side by side. What is it called in the handbook?
School Crossing
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 48 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 48)
What does a one-way sign tell you about traffic?
It moves only in the direction of the arrow
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 49 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 49)
Where are animal crossing signs placed?
In areas with many animal/vehicle collisions
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 57 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 57)
What does a fluorescent or reflective orange and red triangle on the rear of a vehicle mean?
The vehicle is moving less than 25 mph
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 84 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 84)
At some locations an overhead sign flashes the logo of a train. What does this mean?
A train is approaching the area
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 89 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 89)
How should you treat an overhead sign that flashes the logo of a train?
As an additional warning device, not an indication to stop
Source: Utah Driver Handbook (2026 edition (new 2026 laws effective May 6, 2026)), page 89 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 89)