Detour: What It Means & What To Do
What Does the Detour Mean?
Follow the detour route to bypass a closed section of road.
About This Sign
This sign indicates a temporary alternate route around a road closure or construction zone.
Where you will see it
You see this sign where a road is closed or under construction and traffic is sent onto a temporary alternate route. It points you around the closed section.
What to do
- Follow the detour signs around the closed section.
- Keep following the detour markers until you are back on your route.
- Slow down on unfamiliar roads.
A common mistake
Trying to drive through the closed section or turning back to the old road. The detour is the only route set up around the closure, so stay on it.
What to remember for the test
Remember that a detour is a temporary alternate route around a closure or construction zone. Follow the posted detour markers and do not use the closed road.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Detour mean?
Follow the detour route to bypass a closed section of road.
What shape and color is the Detour?
The Detour uses the Rectangle (horizontal) shape and Orange with black coloring.
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