About MUTCDSignChart
A Public Ready Knowledge Resource — an educational California MUTCD traffic control sign reference for the people who plan, review, and build in the public right-of-way.
MUTCDSignChart.com is an educational reference for California traffic control signs. It indexes 143 signs — organized by MUTCD series, sign type, and code — with plain-English meanings, standard sizes, layout drawings, printable downloads, California field-use notes, and CA MUTCD citations.
The site is published by Public Ready, which helps contractors and permit teams get ready for work in the California public right-of-way — including traffic control sign rental and purchase, TCP support, and permit coordination. Its sister site, WorkZoneCompliance.com, covers work zone compliance guidance in depth.
Who this site is for
- Contractors working in the California public right-of-way
- Traffic control drafters preparing TCPs
- Permit coordinators and plan reviewers
- Project managers and engineers
- Public agencies and inspectors
What you’ll find here
Browse signs by MUTCD series, by sign type, or by code or keyword. Every sign page offers a consistent set of files — PNG image, printable PDF, layout drawing, and the official MUTCD reference — plus California-specific notes, free reference downloads, and the TCP sign legend.
Need signs for a California project?
Need to rent, purchase, or include traffic control signs on a California project? Public Ready can help with sign rental, purchase, sign packages, TCP sign legends, and permit coordination.
Educational reference only. This is not an official Caltrans, FHWA, or local agency publication and is not legal or engineering advice. Always verify sign selection, size, placement, spacing, and application against the current CA MUTCD 2026, Caltrans sign specifications, Standard Plans, project documents, and the reviewing agency’s requirements.
Questions or corrections? Contact Public Ready — or email info@publicready.com / call 877-818-1344.