Gas Station Sign — Meaning
- Category
- Services
- Shape
- Square
- Colors
- Blue, White
- Text
- (gas pump symbol)
- MUTCD Code
- D9-7
What does the Gas Station Sign mean?
The Gas Station sign is a blue square showing a white gas pump symbol. Part of the family of "Services" signs along interstates and major highways, it indicates that gas stations are available at the next exit.
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Take the indicated exit if you need fuel
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Note: services signs only list operations near the exit (typically within 1/4 mile)
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Plan ahead — the next services sign may be many miles away
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In remote areas, fill up when possible to avoid running out
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On highways approaching exits with gas stations -
At rest area information panels -
Often combined with food, lodging, and other service icons
Services signs use BLUE backgrounds — the same color family as interstate shields. Don't confuse with green exit/destination signs or yellow warning signs.
Practice questions about the Gas Station Sign
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States that test this sign
The Gas Station Sign appears in DMV practice tests for 50 states. Click any state to see its full DMV practice page.
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