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Weight Limit: What It Means & What To Do

Weight Limit (R12-1) - rectangle (vertical) white with black/red regulatory sign: Vehicles exceeding the posted weight are prohibited from using this road or bridge
MUTCD CodeR12-1
CategoryRegulatory Signs
ShapeRectangle (vertical)
ColorWhite with black/red

What Does the Weight Limit Mean?

Vehicles exceeding the posted weight are prohibited from using this road or bridge.

About This Sign

Weight limit signs protect roads and bridges from damage by heavy vehicles. Overweight vehicles must use an alternate route.

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