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Solid and Broken Yellow Lines: What It Means & What To Do

Solid and Broken Yellow Lines (PM-7) - solid and broken line yellow pavement marking sign: You may pass only from the side with the broken line
MUTCD CodePM-7
CategoryPavement Markings
ShapeSolid and broken line
ColorYellow

What Does the Solid and Broken Yellow Lines Mean?

You may pass only from the side with the broken line.

About This Sign

When a solid yellow line and a broken yellow line run together, passing is allowed only for the traffic next to the broken line. If the solid line is on your side, you may not cross it to pass.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Solid and Broken Yellow Lines mean?

You may pass only from the side with the broken line.

What shape and color is the Solid and Broken Yellow Lines?

The Solid and Broken Yellow Lines uses the Solid and broken line shape and Yellow coloring.

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