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Road Closed: What It Means & What To Do

Road Closed (R11-2) - rectangle (vertical) white with black/red regulatory sign: The road ahead is closed to all traffic
MUTCD CodeR11-2
CategoryRegulatory Signs
ShapeRectangle (vertical)
ColorWhite with black/red

What Does the Road Closed Mean?

The road ahead is closed to all traffic. Do not proceed.

About This Sign

The Road Closed sign indicates the road is impassable ahead, often due to construction, flooding, or an emergency.

Other Regulatory Signs

Stop Sign (R1-1) - octagon red with white regulatory sign: Come to a complete stop before the stop line or crosswalk

Stop Sign

R1-1

Yield Sign (R1-2) - triangle (inverted) red and white regulatory sign: Slow down and be prepared to stop

Yield Sign

R1-2

Stop for Pedestrians in Crosswalk (R1-5b) - rectangle (vertical) white with black/red regulatory sign: Stop for pedestrians within the crosswalk

Stop for Pedestrians in Crosswalk

R1-5b

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Road Closed mean?

The road ahead is closed to all traffic. Do not proceed.

What shape and color is the Road Closed?

The Road Closed uses the Rectangle (vertical) shape and White with black/red coloring.

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