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.
Where you will see it
You see this sign where the pavement ahead is in poor condition, with holes, ruts or broken edges. It warns you before you reach the damaged surface.
What to do
- Slow down before you reach the rough section.
- Watch for holes, ruts and broken edges.
- Check that your load is secure.
A common mistake
Hitting the rough pavement at speed instead of slowing down first. A fast hit can cost you steering control, damage tires and suspension, and shift an unsecured load.
What to remember for the test
Remember the reason to slow down early: rough pavement can cause loss of control and vehicle damage. Do your slowing before you reach it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Rough Road mean?
The road surface ahead is rough. Slow down to keep control and to avoid damage to your vehicle.
What shape and color is the Rough Road?
The Rough Road uses the Diamond shape and Yellow with black coloring.
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