Guide, railroad and other signs in Vermont
The Vermont Driver's Manual shows or names everything on this page: 14 in all, on pages 30, 32–33, 37, 51, 54, 59.
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Guide and service signs
LEFT LANE / RIGHT LANE (Roundabout)
Some roundabouts have more than one circulating lane for traffic. These require the user to pay special attention to the lane assignment signs and pavement markings before entering the roundabout in order to select the proper lane. ... Drivers may not change lanes once in the roundabout.
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DIVIDED HIGHWAY
The manual does not state it
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Mile Marker
Mile markers can be used to pinpoint the exact location of a crash scene. Use this information to help the police when reporting a crash.
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Railroad crossings
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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Railroad Gate (Lowered)
It is against the law to drive your vehicle through, around, or under a closed railroad gate. (p37) / 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)
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Railroad Emergency Notification Sign
If a dangerous condition exists at a rail crossing, call the number listed on the emergency sign. This will allow the rail company to stop or reroute approaching rail traffic until the hazard is removed. Be sure to give the posted crossing number so that the hazard can be identified correctly.
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Railroad Crossing Pavement Marking (R X R)
The manual does not state it
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Stop Line
Red Light: Stop before reaching either the stop line or the crosswalk, whichever comes first (p31) / REMEMBER: You are required to stop before the stop line, crosswalk (marked or unmarked) or the intersecting road, whichever comes first. (p32)
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Other signs and symbols
Slow-Moving Vehicle Emblem
A sign in the shape of a triangle with the points cut off is displayed on vehicles which travel at slow speeds. For example, you will often see these signs on farm vehicles. (p33) / A slow moving vehicle, such as a tractor or other piece of large farm machinery is unable to travel at highway speed. It is identified by an orange and red triangular sign mounted on the rear of the vehicle. These signs help motorists recognize the vehicle ahead more quickly. (p44)
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THINK (Alcohol Memorial Sign)
The manual does not state it
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ENCARE Memorial Sign
The Vermont Emergency Nurses Association (ENCARE) sponsors the installation of signs at the site of alcohol related fatal crashes. When you see one of these signs, it means someone died at that location because of a drunk driver.
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