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Loose Gravel: What It Means & What To Do

Loose Gravel (W8-7) - diamond yellow with black warning sign: The road surface is covered with loose gravel
MUTCD CodeW8-7
CategoryWarning Signs
ShapeDiamond
ColorYellow with black

What Does the Loose Gravel Mean?

The road surface is covered with loose gravel. Slow down enough to keep full control of your vehicle.

About This Sign

The surface of the road is covered with loose gravel. Go slow enough to keep complete control of your vehicle. Do not apply brakes suddenly or make sharp turns. Loose gravel lengthens your stopping distance and can throw stones at vehicles behind you.

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