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No Pedestrians: What It Means & What To Do

No Pedestrians (R9-3) - rectangle (vertical) white with black/red regulatory sign: Pedestrians are not allowed on this roadway
MUTCD CodeR9-3
CategoryRegulatory Signs
ShapeRectangle (vertical)
ColorWhite with black/red

What Does the No Pedestrians Mean?

Pedestrians are not allowed on this roadway.

About This Sign

This sign prohibits pedestrian access, commonly seen on freeways and controlled-access highways.

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