Exit Number: What It Means & What To Do
MUTCD CodeE1-4
CategoryGuide Signs
ShapeRectangle (horizontal)
ColorGreen with white
What Does the Exit Number Mean?
This is the exit number for the upcoming interchange.
About This Sign
Exit number signs are placed above or beside the exit ramp, corresponding to the mile marker on the highway.
Where you will see it
You see this sign above or beside an exit ramp. The number matches the mile marker on the highway, so it also helps you know where you are.
What to do
- Match the exit number to your directions.
- Use it to know how soon your exit is coming.
What to remember for the test
The exit number corresponds to the mile marker on the highway.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Exit Number mean?
This is the exit number for the upcoming interchange.
What shape and color is the Exit Number?
The Exit Number uses the Rectangle (horizontal) shape and Green with white coloring.
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