MOT Advanced Warning Sign Placement 3

Question 1

Which MUTCD table is used to determine advance warning sign spacing for work zones?

Accepted Answer

Table 6C-1

Answer

MUTCD Table 6C-1 provides recommended advance warning sign spacing distances based on posted or statutory speed.

Question 2

A work zone on a 35 mph residential street requires how many advance warning signs at minimum according to standard practice?

Accepted Answer

At least two signs spaced appropriately

Answer

Even on lower-speed roads, at least two advance warning signs are typically required to provide progressive warning to approaching drivers.

Question 3

On a divided highway with a median barrier, how should advance warning signs be handled for both directions?

Accepted Answer

Each direction of travel must be treated as a separate roadway with its own sign sequence

Answer

Each direction on a divided highway is an independent roadway and must have its own complete advance warning sign sequence.

Question 4

What background color are temporary traffic control signs for work zones required to have?

Accepted Answer

Orange with black legend

Answer

MUTCD mandates orange background with black legend for all temporary traffic control signs in work zones.

Question 5

A flagger station is located 500 feet from the last advance warning sign at 45 mph. Is this compliant with MUTCD guidance?

Accepted Answer

No, the recommended advance distance at 45 mph is at least 500 feet before the first sign, not the flagger station

Answer

Advance warning signs must be placed well before the taper, not before the flagger, so drivers receive warning at the full recommended distance.

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