Warning, Construction & Information Signs
What does this sign warn you about?
- ALoose gravel on the road surface ahead.
- BThe paved road ends and turns to gravel ahead.
- CTrucks that carry gravel may enter the road ahead.
- DRocks may fall onto the road from a hillside.
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Correct answer: A. Loose gravel on the road surface ahead.
Why
This yellow diamond warns of loose gravel on the road surface ahead. Gravel can make your tires slide and can fly up and hit other vehicles. Slow down before you reach it, keep extra space, and avoid hard braking and sharp steering. A PAVEMENT ENDS sign is different: it warns that the paved surface changes to a gravel or earth road.
Why the other answers are not correct
- B. That change is shown by a PAVEMENT ENDS sign; this sign warns of loose stones on the surface.
- C. Entering trucks are shown with a truck symbol or TRUCK CROSSING; this sign is about the road surface.
- D. Falling rocks have their own FALLEN ROCKS sign; this sign warns of gravel on the surface.
Verified against Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, 11th Edition with Revision 1 · Section 2C.30 Surface Condition Signs (W8-5, W8-7, W8-8, W8-11, W8-13, and W8-14) · p. 216
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