Vermont road sign library

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

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Regulatory signs - Vermont

LEFT LANE MUST TURN LEFT
On a multilane road, always make sure you’re in the left lane well in advance of the turn. Never move suddenly from the right lane to the left lane.
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RIGHT LANE MUST TURN RIGHT
The manual does not state it
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STOP
A stop sign has 8 sides. It means you must stop scan the intersection, honor the right of way, and then proceed. REMEMBER: You are required to stop before the stop line, crosswalk (marked or unmarked) or the intersecting road, whichever comes first. (p32) / By law, drivers must STOP not less than 15 feet from the nearest rail when: ... 3. When there is a STOP sign at the crossing. (p37) / If a signal light is dark, as in a power failure, stop as if there are stop signs in all directions. (p31)
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YIELD
Yield right-of-way signs are the shape of an upside down triangle, and they mean you should slow down, search and enter only if the way is clear of pedestrians, bicyclists and vehicles. (p32) / When nearing an intersection marked with a "yield right-of-way" sign, you are required to travel at a speed slow enough to be able to stop if necessary. Enter only when the way is clear. (p28)
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Warning signs - Vermont

Stop Ahead
The manual does not state it
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School
School (printed label). Warning signs are placed where there is danger at all times, and a driver needs to slow down. They are usually diamond-shaped and yellow or green. They may warn of sharp curves, unsafe intersections, or dips in the road. Drivers should slow down. ... A downward arrow under a school or pedestrian sign indicates a crosswalk or crossing area.
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Divided Highway
Divided Highway (printed label). Warning signs are placed where there is danger at all times, and a driver needs to slow down. They are usually diamond-shaped and yellow or green. They may warn of sharp curves, unsafe intersections, or dips in the road. Drivers should slow down.
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Divided Highway Ends
Divided Highway Ends (printed label). Warning signs are placed where there is danger at all times, and a driver needs to slow down. They are usually diamond-shaped and yellow or green. They may warn of sharp curves, unsafe intersections, or dips in the road. Drivers should slow down.
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Work zone signs - Vermont

ROAD WORK AHEAD
Work zone signs are orange and diamond or rectangular shaped. They provide important information to help the driver safely drive through the work zone. They warn the driver of hazards ahead, such as closed lanes, detours, rough pavement, or flaggers.
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ONE LANE BRIDGE
Work zone signs are orange and diamond or rectangular shaped. They provide important information to help the driver safely drive through the work zone. They warn the driver of hazards ahead, such as closed lanes, detours, rough pavement, or flaggers.
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STREET CLOSED 1000 FT
Work zone signs are orange and diamond or rectangular shaped. They provide important information to help the driver safely drive through the work zone. They warn the driver of hazards ahead, such as closed lanes, detours, rough pavement, or flaggers.
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DETOUR (Arrow)
Work zone signs are orange and diamond or rectangular shaped. They provide important information to help the driver safely drive through the work zone. They warn the driver of hazards ahead, such as closed lanes, detours, rough pavement, or flaggers. (p36) / Obey all detour signs. (p46)
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Guide, railroad and other signs - Vermont

Railroad Advance Warning
Circular signs with a large X and the letters RR indicate there is a railroad crossing ahead.
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CROSSBUCK (Railroad Crossing)
Crossbuck signs are at all railroad crossings. They indicate where the tracks are. Slow down, look both ways, and listen for trains before crossing. ... When there are 2 or more tracks, one train passing might hide a train coming the other way.
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Number of Tracks Plate
The smaller signs below the crossbuck indicate how many tracks there are at the crossing. When there are 2 or more tracks, one train passing might hide a train coming the other way.
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Railroad Flashing Lights
There may also be gates and/or flashing lights. (p33) / By law, drivers must STOP not less than 15 feet from the nearest rail when: 1. Flashing lights, lowered gates, or a flagman signals the approach or passage of a railroad train. (p37) / NOTE: Pedestrians, bicyclists, and moped riders also must observe railroad warning signals and may not cross railroad tracks until it is safe to do so. (p37)
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Traffic signals - Vermont

Red Light
Red Light: Stop before reaching either the stop line or the crosswalk, whichever comes first, and wait until the light is green (Green arrow signals may come on while the red light is displayed, you may proceed in the direction of the green arrow). Right turns at circular red lights are usually allowed, but only after the driver has stopped completely, scanned the intersection and yielded the right of way to pedestrians and other vehicles. Some intersections have signs or symbols that indicate you cannot turn right on red. A police officer may direct you through a red light. You should follow the officer’s directions, with caution.
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Yellow Light
Yellow Light: This light warns drivers that the light is about to turn red. If you are too close to the intersection to stop safely, proceed with caution through the intersection.
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Green Light
Green Light: You may proceed on a green light if it is safe to do so. But, if you are turning left you must yield the right of way to oncoming vehicles.
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Dark Signal (Power Failure)
If a signal light is dark, as in a power failure, stop as if there are stop signs in all directions. When a traffic signal is out of order and flashes yellow or red, you must obey that signal.
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Pavement markings - Vermont

Bicycle Lane Marking
Where You May Not Park ... On a marked bicycle lane.
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Disabled Parking Area
Where You May Not Park ... In a marked disabled parking area
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Roundabout Markings
A roundabout is an intersection control feature where traffic enters and exits only through right turns and proceeds in a counter clockwise direction. ... Drivers must yield the right of way to traffic in the roundabout. Enter the roundabout only when there is a safe gap in traffic. Like all intersections, you must also yield to pedestrians and bicyclists when entering or exiting a roundabout. Always use your signal to show your intention to exit the roundabout.
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Double Solid Yellow Center Lines
Highway markings provide important information to drivers. They help a driver correctly position their vehicle, help direct them through various situations, let them know when passing is allowed and warn drivers of upcoming conditions. Major highways are marked with yellow center lines which serve two purposes: Center lines divide a highway into travel lanes. Multi-lane highways without a median have double solid lines to indicate the two opposing lanes of travel.
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