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Pass on Either Side: What It Means & What To Do

Pass on Either Side (W12-1) - diamond yellow with black warning sign: Traffic may pass on either side of the traffic island or obstruction ahead
MUTCD CodeW12-1
CategoryWarning Signs
ShapeDiamond
ColorYellow with black

What Does the Pass on Either Side Mean?

Traffic may pass on either side of the traffic island or obstruction ahead.

About This Sign

Indicates traffic is permitted to pass on either side of a traffic island or an obstruction. Pick one side early, signal if you are changing lanes to do it, and do not straddle the divide.

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