Single Solid Yellow Line: What It Means & What To Do
What Does the Single Solid Yellow Line Mean?
Marks the center of a two-way road; do not cross it to pass on your side.
About This Sign
A solid yellow line separates traffic moving in opposite directions. You should not cross a solid yellow line on your side of the center to pass. On one-way and divided roads, a solid yellow line can also mark the left edge of the roadway.
Where you will see it
You see a single solid yellow line in the center of a two-way road. It separates traffic moving in opposite directions, and on one-way and divided roads it can also mark the left edge.
What to do
- Do not cross the line to pass on your side.
- Stay in your lane and wait for a place where passing is allowed.
- Treat it as the left edge on a one-way or divided road.
A common mistake
Crossing a solid yellow line to pass because the road ahead looks clear. If the line is solid on your side, you should not cross it to pass.
What to remember for the test
Remember: yellow lines separate opposite directions, and a solid one on your side means no passing across it. It can also mark the left edge of a one-way or divided road.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Single Solid Yellow Line mean?
Marks the center of a two-way road; do not cross it to pass on your side.
What shape and color is the Single Solid Yellow Line?
The Single Solid Yellow Line uses the Solid line shape and Yellow coloring.
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