Divided Highway Ends: What It Means & What To Do
What Does the Divided Highway Ends Mean?
The divided highway ends ahead. Prepare for two-way traffic.
About This Sign
This sign warns that the median separating opposing traffic is ending and you will encounter head-on traffic.
Where you will see it
You see this sign where a divided highway is about to end. The median that separated the two directions of traffic stops, and the road becomes two-way.
What to do
- Slow down and stay in your own lane.
- Expect vehicles coming toward you in the opposite lane.
- Do not pass unless you are sure the road is clear.
A common mistake
After driving on a divided road, drivers can forget that oncoming traffic is no longer behind a barrier. Stay alert for head-on traffic and keep to your side.
What to remember for the test
Compare with Divided Highway Begins. Here the median ends, so you must prepare for two-way traffic, with oncoming vehicles in the opposite lane.
Commonly Confused With
Other Warning Signs
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Divided Highway Ends mean?
The divided highway ends ahead. Prepare for two-way traffic.
What shape and color is the Divided Highway Ends?
The Divided Highway Ends uses the Diamond shape and Yellow with black coloring.
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