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Figure 5.2. Directional Sign Type D2.
Section 5C--Types of Direction Signs
5.12. General Information. There are four types of direction signs: D1, D2, D3 and D4. Both the
Type D1 and D2 Direction Signs use the standard Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
arrow rather than the standard arrow tile used on information signs.
5.13. Usage of Sign Type D1. The Type D1 sign is used on roadways with a posted speed limit of
40-72 km/hr (25-45 miles per hour). Roadways with higher posted speed limits require larger letter
and sign sizes.
5.14. Usage of Sign Type D2. The Type D2 Direction Sign is used on roadways with speed limits of
40 km/hr (25 miles per hour) or less.
5.15. Usage of Sign Type D3. The Type D3 Sign is the standard street name sign.
5.16. Usage of Sign Type D4. The Type D4 Sign is used to direct users to accessible building
entrances.
5.17. Placement Standards. See Chapter 2 for sign placement standards.
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