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Shoulder Work: What It Means & What To Do

Shoulder Work (W21-5) - diamond orange with black construction sign: Work is being done on the road shoulder
MUTCD CodeW21-5
CategoryConstruction Signs
ShapeDiamond
ColorOrange with black

What Does the Shoulder Work Mean?

Work is being done on the road shoulder. Stay in your lane.

About This Sign

This sign warns that the shoulder is being repaired or is unusable due to construction activity.

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Road Work Ahead (W20-1) - diamond orange with black construction sign: Construction or maintenance work is ahead

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