Warning
MUTCD W2-1
Cross Road Sign — Meaning
- Category
- Warning
- Shape
- Diamond
- Colors
- Yellow, Black
- Text
- (plus sign)
- MUTCD Code
- W2-1
What does the Cross Road Sign mean?
The Cross Road sign is a yellow diamond showing a plus (+) symbol — a 4-way intersection ahead. It warns drivers that a cross street will intersect the road ahead, where vehicles may enter from either side.
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1
Watch for vehicles entering from cross streets
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2
Reduce speed and prepare to yield or stop
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3
Watch for pedestrians and cyclists
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4
Be aware that the cross road may be controlled by Stop or Yield signs
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On rural roads with crossing side streets -
In residential neighborhoods -
On unmarked country intersections -
Where major roads cross minor roads
A Cross Road sign warns of a 4-way intersection ahead but does not give right of way. The actual right-of-way rules depend on traffic signs at the intersection itself (Stop, Yield, or none).
Does the Cross Road sign mean I have right of way?
No — it is a warning sign only. Right of way is determined by signs at the intersection itself.
What is the difference between Cross Road and T-Intersection signs?
Cross Road warns of a 4-way intersection (+ shape). T-Intersection warns the road ends at a T (you must turn left or right).
Are these signs always paired with Stop or Yield?
Not necessarily. The cross road may be a smaller, low-traffic side street with its own controls. The warning sign alerts you to its presence regardless.
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