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Divided Highway: What It Means & What To Do

Divided Highway (R6-3) - rectangle (vertical) white with black/red regulatory sign: The road ahead is divided by a median
MUTCD CodeR6-3
CategoryRegulatory Signs
ShapeRectangle (vertical)
ColorWhite with black/red

What Does the Divided Highway Mean?

The road ahead is divided by a median. Keep right of the divider.

About This Sign

This sign alerts drivers that the highway ahead has a physical median or barrier separating opposing traffic.

Where you will see it

This sign is posted where the road ahead is split by a median or barrier that separates opposing traffic. You see it as you approach the start of the divided section.

What to do

  • Keep to the right of the divider.
  • Do not cross the median or barrier.
  • Expect oncoming traffic to be on the other side of the divider.

A common mistake

Drivers sometimes think they can turn across a divider anywhere. A physical median or barrier separates the two directions, so you stay on your side.

What to remember for the test

Remember the key action: keep right of the divider, with opposing traffic separated by a median or barrier.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Divided Highway mean?

The road ahead is divided by a median. Keep right of the divider.

What shape and color is the Divided Highway?

The Divided Highway uses the Rectangle (vertical) shape and White with black/red coloring.

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