Lane Use Control Signs - Meaning

What do Lane Use Control signs mean?

Lane Use Control signs are regulatory signs indicating which turn may be made from the lane at an intersection. Drivers can only go in the direction indicated by the sign and any road markings for their traffic lane. A curved arrow and the word "ONLY" tells road users driving in the indicated lane that they must turn in the direction of the arrow. A lane with both a curved and straight arrow indicates that drivers may either turn or go straight.

Intersection Lane Control signs may:
• require road users in certain lanes to turn
• require road users to stay in the same lane and proceed straight through an intersection
• permit turns from a lane where such turns would otherwise not be permitted
• indicate permitted movements from a lane

The pictured example indicates that at the intersection ahead traffic in the left lane must turn left, while traffic in the adjoining lane may turn left or continue straight ahead.

What type of sign are Lane Use Control signs?

Lane Use Control signs are regulatory signs. These signs control traffic and set limits.

What color(s) are Lane Use Control signs?

Lane Use Controls signs are black and white. They have a white background with black borders, symbols and lettering.

What shape are Lane Use Control traffic signs?

Lane Use Control signs are in the shape of a rectangle or a square, with black symbols and lettering.

Where are Lane Use Control signs commonly posted?

Lane Use Control signs are installed before intersections where drivers can only in the direction indicated for their traffic lane.

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Lane Use Control Signs - What To Do

When you see a Lane Use Control sign while driving, you must move your vehicle only in the direction indicated by the sign and any road markings for your traffic lane.