Rough Road: What It Means & What To Do

What Does the Rough Road Mean?

The road surface ahead is rough. Slow down to keep control and to avoid damage to your vehicle.

About This Sign

The pavement ahead is in poor condition, with holes, ruts or broken edges. Slow down before you reach it. Hitting rough pavement at speed can cost you steering control, damage tires and suspension, and shift an unsecured load.

Other Warning Signs

Sharp Turn

W1-1

Curve Ahead

W1-2

Reverse Turn

W1-3

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