No Outlet: What It Means & What To Do
What Does the No Outlet Mean?
This road leads to a dead end. There is no through road to another street.
About This Sign
A no outlet sign indicates a neighborhood or road network that has only one entrance/exit. Unlike a dead end, there may be side streets but none connect to another through road.
Where you will see it
You see this sign at the entrance to a neighborhood or group of streets that has only one way in and out, so none of its roads connect through to another street.
What to do
- Expect no through road to another street.
- Turn around if you are only trying to get through.
A common mistake
Drivers confuse No Outlet with Dead End. A no outlet area may have several side streets, but none of them connect to another through road.
What to remember for the test
Remember the difference: a dead end is a single road that ends, while No Outlet covers a whole area with one entrance and exit.
Commonly Confused With
Other Warning Signs
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the No Outlet mean?
This road leads to a dead end. There is no through road to another street.
What shape and color is the No Outlet?
The No Outlet uses the Diamond shape and Yellow with black coloring.
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