In an effort to improve overall public safety, the FHWA (Federal Highway Administration) requires that all stop signs posted on any publicly traveled road must meet MUTCD (Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices) standards or the road owner may be subject to fines.

This regulation also applies to private roads such as those found in shopping centers, parking lots, airports, sports arenas, churches, parks, universities, condo complexes and other similar facilities that are privately owned but where the public is allowed to travel without access restrictions.

The MUTCD is the national guidebook that defines and regulates the size, color, shape, wording and placement of all traffic control devices in the United States. Non-compliance with the MUTCD can result in severe consequences. If property owners or property managers don’t comply with MUTCD regulations, they run the risk of liability and lawsuits should someone be injured or killed on their property.

MUTCD Compliant Stop Signs Should:

• Be retro-reflective so that the color and shape of the sign can be seen in any lighting condition – day or night
• Be 18” x 18” or larger
• Have a red background with white letters

MUTCD compliant stop signs reduce driver confusion by giving drivers the same uniform stop sign messages wherever they travel. This reduces potential mishaps and accidents, making your property safer. Having MUTCD compliant signs may also reduce your insurance costs.

Visit Seton for a variety of MUTCD compliant stop signs.

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