Disclaimer

Educational reference only

MUTCDSignChart.com is an educational reference about California traffic control signs, published by Public Ready. It is intended to help contractors, traffic control drafters, permit coordinators, and others identify and understand traffic control signs. It is not an official publication of Caltrans, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), or any city, county, or local agency.

Not legal or engineering advice

Nothing on this website constitutes legal advice, professional engineering advice, or a substitute for the judgment of a qualified engineer or the requirements of the agency with jurisdiction over a project. Traffic control design and temporary traffic control plans should be prepared and reviewed by qualified professionals.

Always verify against current standards

Sign codes, names, shapes, colors, sizes, placement, spacing, and applications must be verified against the current California MUTCD 2026(effective January 18, 2026), Caltrans sign specifications, Caltrans Standard Plans, the federal MUTCD, project documents, and the reviewing agency’s requirements. Standards change, and the controlling requirement is always the current official document and the agency with jurisdiction.

Sign visuals are representations

The sign graphics on this site are simplified, stylized representations created for educational reference. They are not exact reproductions of official sign artwork and should not be used for fabrication. Use the Caltrans sign specifications and FHWA Standard Highway Signs for sign design and dimensions.

No warranty

While this reference is prepared carefully, MUTCDSignChart.com makes no warranty as to the accuracy, completeness, or currency of the information and assumes no liability for its use. Use of this website is at your own risk.