NC Road Signs and Helpful Information
Regulatory Signs
The eight-sided (or octagonal) sign is the stop sign. The word “STOP” is printed in
white on a red background. The octagonal shape is used for stop signs only. The
stop sign is usually posted six to 50 feet from the intersection. When you approach
this sign, the law requires you to come to a FULL stop. Do not proceed to move again
until you are sure the way is clear. When a stop sign, stoplight, flashing light, or other
traffic-control device requires a vehicle to stop at an intersection, the driver must stop
at the appropriately marked stop line. If there is no stop line or marked crosswalk, the
driver must stop before entering the intersection where he/she has a view of the
intersecting street.
Rectangular and square–shaped signs, which are normally black and white or red
and white, are also used to show speed limits and other regulations. These signs will
also have messages such as "NO U-TURN" or "KEEP RIGHT EXCEPT TO PASS."
Failure to obey these signs is unsafe as well as a violation of the traffic laws.
The handicapped parking sign indicates that a space is reserved for persons who
qualify for a handicapped license plate or a dashboard placard.
Warning and Caution Signs
The pennant–shaped yellow warning sign emphasizes, rather than replaces, the
rectangular regulatory "DO NOT PASS" sign. The pennant is located on the left side
of the road and points to the beginning of the no-passing zone (solid yellow line in
your lane). Diamond–shaped signs are also caution or warning signs. They are
normally black on yellow, but when they are black on orange, they warn of conditions
for construction or maintenance areas. When you see one of these signs, drive with
extra care. One of the most important caution signs is the "STOP AHEAD" sign. It is
placed far ahead of a stop sign when the driver’s view of the stop sign is blocked by a
curve or other objects.
Diamond–shaped caution or warning signs that are orange with black messages warn
about construction or maintenance areas.
A circular sign, with a black cross and the black letters "RR" on a yellow background,
gives advance warning of a railroad crossing. When you see this sign, slow down.
Stop if necessary to be sure you can safely clear the crossing.
The five-sided (or pentagon) sign warns of a school zone or a school crossing. You
should be especially watchful for children in these areas. In many school zones, the
speed limit is reduced during certain school hours.
Guide and Informational Signs
Guide/informational signs give directions, routes, distances and indicate services.
Interstate, U.S. and N.C. highways are numbered and marked.
Odd-numbered highways generally run north and south, and even-numbered
highways generally run east and west.
Regulatory Signs
The eight-sided (or octagonal) sign is the stop sign. The word “STOP” is printed in
white on a red background. The octagonal shape is used for stop signs only. The
stop sign is usually posted six to 50 feet from the intersection. When you approach
this sign, the law requires you to come to a FULL stop. Do not proceed to move again
until you are sure the way is clear. When a stop sign, stoplight, flashing light, or other
traffic-control device requires a vehicle to stop at an intersection, the driver must stop
at the appropriately marked stop line. If there is no stop line or marked crosswalk, the
driver must stop before entering the intersection where he/she has a view of the
intersecting street.
Rectangular and square–shaped signs, which are normally black and white or red
and white, are also used to show speed limits and other regulations. These signs will
also have messages such as "NO U-TURN" or "KEEP RIGHT EXCEPT TO PASS."
Failure to obey these signs is unsafe as well as a violation of the traffic laws.
The handicapped parking sign indicates that a space is reserved for persons who
qualify for a handicapped license plate or a dashboard placard.
Warning and Caution Signs
The pennant–shaped yellow warning sign emphasizes, rather than replaces, the
rectangular regulatory "DO NOT PASS" sign. The pennant is located on the left side
of the road and points to the beginning of the no-passing zone (solid yellow line in
your lane). Diamond–shaped signs are also caution or warning signs. They are
normally black on yellow, but when they are black on orange, they warn of conditions
for construction or maintenance areas. When you see one of these signs, drive with
extra care. One of the most important caution signs is the "STOP AHEAD" sign. It is
placed far ahead of a stop sign when the driver’s view of the stop sign is blocked by a
curve or other objects.
Diamond–shaped caution or warning signs that are orange with black messages warn
about construction or maintenance areas.
A circular sign, with a black cross and the black letters "RR" on a yellow background,
gives advance warning of a railroad crossing. When you see this sign, slow down.
Stop if necessary to be sure you can safely clear the crossing.
The five-sided (or pentagon) sign warns of a school zone or a school crossing. You
should be especially watchful for children in these areas. In many school zones, the
speed limit is reduced during certain school hours.
Guide and Informational Signs
Guide/informational signs give directions, routes, distances and indicate services.
Interstate, U.S. and N.C. highways are numbered and marked.
Odd-numbered highways generally run north and south, and even-numbered
highways generally run east and west.
NC Road Signs
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